Hip, Hip, Hurra? Norway prepares for another COVID-era 17 Mai
For the second year running, the people of Norway will have to make do and celebrate Norway’s favorite day with restrictions, infection control measures, and…
Norwegian Customs
Norwegian customs stop truck with millions of cigarettes and over 10,000 liters of alcohol and beer
In February, a Polish driver was arrested by the police. The truck he was driving was allegedly filled with millions of cigarettes and over 10,000…
Easter in Norway: How is it celebrated?
Easter is a holiday that Norwegians look forward to with relish. More than just a religious holiday, it can involve one final ski for the…
Norwegian customs seized 260% more marijuana in 2020 than the year before
Norwegian customs seized more than 2.5 times more marijuana in 2020 than in 2019. Despite the strictest border control, the Customs’ marihuana seizure statistics remained…
New survey: Every fourth Norwegian occasionally smuggles goods
While almost 70% of Norwegians claim that they never smuggle anything, 27% admit that they do so occasionally. According to an annual survey that Kantar…
Norwegian customs stop two illegal imports of endangered animal and plant species at Gardermoen
The Norwegian Customs Service stopped two illegal shipments of endangered species in an international operation. They contained crocodile skin belts and cactus supplements. A shipment…
13 uniquely Norwegian customs
We’re covering a number of Norwegian customs, their stories, and how to navigate them if you’re not Norwegian. Customs are social phenomena. They’re everywhere, whether…
Tolletaten with major campaign in the Oslo Fjord and along the southern coast
In connection with the Pentecost weekend and the start of the boating season, Tolletaten (Customs Administration) will carry out a large boat campaign in the…
