Moving To Norway

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Customs Regulations for Norway

A valid Passport (copy)
An inventory containing value of items (in Norwegian or English, inventory must be legible)
Inventory (legible original and one copy in Norwegian or English)
Norwegian Customs Form RG-124 or RG-124A (original, must be completed and signed by Customer)
- This form can be obtained from a Destination Agent
Either the Original Bill or the Lading or Air Waybill
Declaration Form RD 0030E/Importation of Removal Goods Declaration

The Customer’s presence at the time of customs clearance may be required
Used household goods and personal effects are duty and value added tax free if they have been in owner’s possession and have been used for at least one year prior to importation
- These goods must show signs of wear and tear

In Norway, some articles may not be imported whatsoever. These items include, but may not be limited to:

Drugs, medicine and poison (small quantities of medicine for personal use are allowed)
Alcohol that is over 60 percent alcohol by volume (ABV)
Weapons and ammunition for weapons
Fireworks
Potatoes
Mammals, birds and all other exotic animals not native to Norway
Plants and plant parts used for cultivation

Some articles may have restricted quantities or require special authorization/ payments of duties and taxes to clear customs in Norway. These items include, but are not limited to:

Televisions (must be reported to Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation – NRK)
Vitamins (Norway only allows a very low milligram dosage in pills – including them in your shipment is not advised)
Medications (the shipper must hand-carry all medications and prescriptions to show to Customs on arrival)
Weapons (a local police permit is required)
Food items (only small quantities of canned or dried food and spices can be imported)
Wood packaging materials (must be treated and marked according to ISPM-15 regulations)
Live plants (certificate from the Plant and Wildlife Department at origin is required)
Alcohol (import permit is required and can be obtained by the Ministry of Drugs prior to import)

Customers moving to Norway may import one vehicle (or motorcycle) per family member. The vehicle may be admitted into the country if:

Owner is present for Customs clearance
Paperwork states mileage, make, year, model, registration, plate and chassis number and the year the car was registered in the owner’s name
All vehicles must comply with safety standards and emission control regulations.
Vehicle has to arrive in Norway within three months of owner’s arrival
Vehicle must be registered and insured in Norway before it can be driven
Only family members residing at owner’s residence are permitted to use the vehicle

You will need the following documents:

Vehicle title and registration
Original Bill of Lading
Status report

When importing a pet to Norway, the requirements are as follows:

Dogs, cats and ferrets from all EU (European Union) countries must have pet EU-passports, ID marking and valid rabies vaccination
- Dogs and cats require a valid blood-test documentation
- Dogs must also be given approved tapeworm treatment against Echinococcus multilocularis a minimum of 24 and maximum of 120 hours before import
- Some types of dogs are forbidden in Norway
- Small rodents, cage birds and rabbits must also have valid import permits issued by the Norwegian Food Safety Authority
- Customer must contact Customs at the border when arriving in Norway
If you are coming from a listed third world country you will need:
- Everything required for EU countries
- A veterinary health-certificate
- Animal must be checked by a Veterinarian at the border
- Notify The Norwegian Food Safety Authority (NFSA) 48 hours prior to arrival
If you are not coming from a listed third world country you will require:
- A veterinary health certificate or passport
- ID (microchip)
- Dogs must also be given approved tapeworm treatment against Echinococcus multilocularis a minimum of 24 and maximum of 120 hours before import
- A rabies vaccination
- Blood-sample for control of antibodies after 30-day period (must wait 90-days after blood test before entering Norway)
- Contact the NFSA 48 hours before arrival
- Must enter Norway through Oslo (Gardermoen) or Storskog

New items (any item used for less than 12 months are subject to import tax and duty)
All used household goods can be imported tax and duty free if the owner has lived abroad for at least one year and the shipment has been owned and used during that year prior to importation
Cigarettes and other tobacco products
- Limit 200 cigarettes
- Limit 200 tobacco leaves
- Limit 250 grams of all other tobacco products
- Customer must be 18-years-old or older
Alcohol
- Import permit is required and must be obtained from the Ministry of Drugs prior to import
- High duties and taxes may apply, shipping alcohol is not advised
- A detailed list is needed, including brand, volume, year and strength
- Spirits with more than 60% ABV cannot be imported
- Detailed list must be included
- Load at container doors for easy access
Import taxes and duties are approximately 105% of the current value of the vehicle
Autos duty-free if they are owned by a foreign customer moving to Norway on a two year visa and auto is re-exported at the end of the two years
- Customer has owned the vehicle and it has been registered in owner’s name for at least one year with a minimum of 5000km/3200 miles prior to importation
- Returning Norwegians must have resided abroad for at least five continuous years
  - One exception – a foreign visitor entering Norway on a 2 year visa may bring a vehicle in duty/tax free with the understanding that the auto must be exported from Norway at the end of this period
- Customer has had possession of a driver’s license for a minimum of one year
- Vehicle will not be sold within two years after date of importation

NOTE – Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, International sea & air shipping cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.

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How International Sea & Air can help for moving to Norway

To start, one of our trained moving specialists will provide a one-on-one consultation with you, thoroughly outlining your moving options based on certain criteria, such as:

Your moving timeline. When do you need to be in Norway?
Your real estate plans. Will you be renting or buying?
Your family/household size. Will you be moving alone or with your family? For business or personal reasons?
Cubic feet estimate. How large is your shipment?

What Will Moving to Norway Cost?

For an accurate estimate of your shipment size, you should schedule a home survey as early as possible for your move to Norway. Our moving specialists will assess your belongings to give you the best estimate possible to expedite your relocation. The cost of moving to Norway will vary considerably based on the cubic footage of your belongings and your proposed destination arrival time.

Don’t forget to ask about our overseas packing and custom crating services, too!

About Norway

Norway (officially the Kingdom of Norway) is a Scandinavian constitutional monarchy which contains the western section of the Scandinavian Peninsula, the volcanic island Jan Mayen, the archipelago Svalbard, the uninhabited, sub-antarctic volcanic island Bouvet Island and a portion of Antarctica called Queen Maud Land. Boasting the 4^th highest per capita income in the world, Norway also offers citizens universal health care, a comprehensive social security system and is well known for its stores of petroleum, natural gas, fresh water and hydropower.

In addition to scenic views that include mountains, fjords, volcanic islands and glaciers, Norway is known as the “Land of the Midnight Sun,” because from late May to late July the sun does not set completely below the horizon in areas that are above the Arctic Circle. The rest of Norway has 20 hours of daylight during this period with the sun not rising above the horizon from late November to late January in the North and the remainder of the country receiving shortened daylight hours.

Norway also features a colder climate than most countries and a spectacular view of the Northern Lights, (the aurora borealis).

Can’t wait to get started with your overseas relocation to Norway? First, find out what you’ll need to clear Customs.

Moving to Norway from the U.S.

If you are moving to Norway from the United States, there’s plenty to be excited about, but there’s also plenty to consider and prepare for before you head across the globe.

The last thing you want to worry about is the logistics of a complicated move. That’s why you should plan on hiring a qualified and trustworthy international moving company to get your shipment overseas without any mishap – allowing you to focus on beginning your new life in Norway.

International Sea & Air Shipping will make your transition to Norway as seamless as possible by providing top-notch shipping services for all of your household goods, and much more! We are experts in all areas of international relocation, so give us a call and book your move!