The import and export of foreign currency is not limited. Import of national currency is limited to the amount of 25 thousand NOK. Import of larger amounts must be accompanied by a special customs declaration. There are no restrictions on traveler's checks.
The question of how much alcohol can be brought into Norway is of interest to many vacationers. Up to 2 liters of beer, up to 1 liter of spirits (up to 60%), up to 1 liter of wine (up to 22%), or up to 2 liters of wine if no spirits are imported are duty-free.
In addition, for items brought into Norway by airplane, up to 200 cigarettes or 250 grams of tobacco (provided the importing person is over the age of 18) are allowed. Importation of hard liquor is allowed only for persons who have reached 20 years of age, while beer and wine can be imported by individuals at least 18 years of age. There are no separate rules on how much alcohol can be taken out of Norway; customs will be guided by the import rules.
This also includes household items and things within the limits of personal needs. Foodstuffs - up to 10 kg. If you are entering by car, you can bring gasoline up to a maximum of 10 liters in a jerry can.
The total value of imported items and products must not exceed 5000 NOK. Importing medicines for personal use is only possible with a written authorization (prescription) from a doctor.
Weapons, narcotics, certain medicines without proper customs authorization and prescription accompaniment are among the things that are forbidden to bring into Norway. Raw meat, fresh vegetables, and dairy products cannot be imported. Protected species of animals and birds, items of artistic, cultural, and historical value are prohibited from being taken out of Norway.
Violation of customs regulations leads to visa revocation and a ban from entering the country for a very long time.
If you want to save money on your shopping, take advantage of Global Blue Tax Free. If you see the logo on the door of a store, you can save up to 19% on your purchase.
With more than 4,000 Global Blue Tax Free stores across Norway, be sure to ask for a special tax refund receipt when shopping.
To get a tax refund in Norway, you need at least 315 NOK (about 42 EUR) per store. Get a Tax Free receipt at the time of purchase as well. The goods must be exported from the country unused within one month of purchase. Those who permanently reside outside Norway are eligible for Tax Free reimbursement.
You can only get a VAT refund on goods that you export from Norway. VAT refunds do not apply to food and services that you have used in the country itself.
Before you leave Norway, contact any of Global Blue's offices, where you'll need to present your Tax Free receipts, passport or other ID and the goods you bought. For example, there's an office at Oslo Airport.
