International Parcel Package delivery Norway

Customs for parcel shipping to Norway

In Norway customs regulations are controlled by Tollvesenet (Norway Customs Department). Their main objectives are to stop illegal exports and imports, assess duties correctly, collect duties, and provide good service to users. They are charged with protecting Norwegian society from threats to public health and safety. They make use of methods of inteligence, risk anaysis, and selective targeting to protect Norway. Tollvesnet prides itself on staying up to date with modern technology, communication, and international collaboration.

Security concerns when shipping parcels to Norway

Norway prohibits the importation of hazardous materials which may include acids, batteries, biological products, chemicals, corrosives, cosmetics, dry ice, flammables, gases, infectious agents, liquids, magnets, oxidizers, paint, perfume, poisons, radioactive substances, and toiletries. Also prohibited from importation are Viagra, prescription medication, organic matter such as seeds or soil, fur, non perishable food, bearer documents, and products containing biocide dimethylfumarate. Restricted materials include plant and animal products, human corpses and body parts, pornographic material, games of chance, potatoes, and other items.

Parcel documents delivering to Norway

Norwegian Customs and Excise makes use of electronic solutions to expedite the movement of goods. Although they are not part of the EU they do offer an option to declare goods electronically. The computer system offers a simple payment solution that checks the sender's credit. If a recipient is unable to pay they have measures in place to adapt to the debtors circumstances. If a parcel contains restricted goods then it should direct the sender to the additional documentation required, including where to apply for commercial licenses and certificates.

Parcel delivery limitations to Norway

It is against Norwegian law to send the following items without special permission and official documentation: prescription drugs, poisons, alcohol over 60% in volume, fireworks, potatoes, animals, plants, seeds, or bulbs. Please do not send more than 200 cigarettes or 250 grams of tobacco without applying for a commercial permit. Do not send an excessive amount of alcohol in the amount of over 1 litre of spirits or 2 litres of beer. Do not send more than 10 kilograms of foodstuffs with out a permit.