When exporting and importing goods to and from Norway there are many rules and regulations to follow. The topics relating to this section give you more depth information.
15/04/2008 :: Export
Export documentation (hyperlink eller “pop up windows” gjelder info under alle understrekede temaer)
Which types of export documents are necessary? Pro forma invoice, export declaration for customs and freight documents, depending on way of transportation (car, railway, airplane, boat, etc.) and forwarding agents documents. Insurance documents, certificate of origin and product certificates can also be required. Export licences and certificates showing that the goods have been controlled regarding quality, quantity, customs value etc. before shipment (Pre Shipment Inspection) can also be required.
Export promotion
According to the EEA-Agreement there is no export promotion support. Ref. Art.92
National Organisations supporting import/export transactions
There are several organisations and institutions that can assist companies in their import and export, like the Euro Info Centre-network in Norway, the Norwegian Trade Council, Eksportfinans, GIEK and the Norwegian Industrial and Regional Development Fund.
Import
When importing goods there are many rules and regulations to follow. The Norwegian Customs Authority collects the import duties and taxes for all goods from abroad or coming through Svalbard or Jan Mayen. The Norwegian Customs Authority has web-pages in Norwegian. For closer information, please contact the nearest custom-house, or contact Narviktelefonene no. 800 33 840 or e-mail via BEDIN for further assistance.
Time limited import
There is an international convention regarding carnet by time limited import. ATA-carnet can be used for goods that are time limited imported for use in Norway.
ATA-Carnet
ATA-Carnet is simplified customs clearance. It is issued by the Chamber of Commerce. There is no information available in English on the internet. Please contact the Chamber of Commerce.
Import of motor vehicles as removal goods
This web-page gives you information concerning the importation of motor vehicles in connection with owners taking up residence in Norway.
http://www.toll.no/templates_TAD/Category.aspx?id=68478&epslanguage=EN
International Conventions
International trade is regulated by various international agreements. Norway is a member of various international organizations like the WTO, OECD, EFTA, EEA and free trade agreements.
The EEA-Agreement
The Agreement on the European Economic Area (EEA) extends the Single Market of the EU to three out of the four EFTA countries, namely Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. Switzerland, while being a member of EFTA is not a Party to the EEA, having voted against membership in December 1992. Switzerland maintains and develops its relationship with the EU through broadened bilateral Agreements. The EEA constitutes a market of approximately 455 million consumers. Within the EEA there is free movement of goods, services, capital and persons. Citizens of all 18 countries have the right to move freely throughout the EEA - to live, work, set up business, invest or buy real estate, with a few minor limitations in certain sectors.
Common rules for public procurement in Norway and the EU
The EEA Agreement contains common rules for public procurement in countries in the European Economic Area, covering public-sector purchases of goods, services and building and construction projects. Norway, like the EU countries, has also acceded to the World Trade Organisation's Government Procurement Agreement. Legislation governing public procurement in Norway consists of rules for purchases of goods, purchases of services, building and construction project contracts, and special rules for the supply sectors. These rules are laid down as four different sets of regulations pursuant to Act No. 116 of 27. November 1992 relating to public procurement, etc.
The World Trade Organization (WTO)
The World Trade Organization (WTO) was established 1. January 1995 and is a continuation of GATT. Its main purpose is to liberalize the world trade by reducing customs and taxes between the participating countries.
The World Trade Organization (WTO) is the only global international organization dealing with the rules of trade between nations. At its heart are the WTO agreements, negotiated and signed by the bulk of the world’s trading nations and ratified in their parliaments. The goal is to help producers of goods and services, exporters, and importers conduct their business.
National guidelines
Under this section you will find information regarding customs duty tariffs, national and international standards, national restrictions, governmental import/export limitations and preferences and national organisations supporting import/export transactions.
Further reading: http://www.regjeringen.no/en/dep/ud.html?id=833
Governmental import/export limitations
For certain goods there are import and export limitations. The listed web-references give you more information about import and export limitations.
Import of nutrients
After the extension of the EEA-agreement in 1998, the system of import control was changed. All importers of nutrients shall register by the local food control authorities, and almost all goods that are going to be imported shall be reported in advance to the Authorities in charge.
Further reading and the last updates on Bedin: http://www.bedin.no/php/d_hovedemneside/cf/hApp_103/hParent_1579/hDKey_2