Discover all you need to know about shipping packages to Norway and calculating import duties. Norway, not part of the European Union, adheres to its own import policies, including import duties, VAT, and additional taxes.
Chantal has been writing about logistics topics for almost two decades and has worked for major international carriers.
Discover all you need to know about shipping packages to Norway.
Import duties are taxes imposed by the government on imported goods. When importing from Norway, you must pay duties based on the type and value of the goods, including shipping and insurance costs. Duty rates vary significantly, typically ranging from 2.5% to 15%, with exemptions for certain items like books and higher rates for products such as alcohol and tobacco. Additionally, Norwegian VAT is generally 25%, with reduced rates of 15% for items like food and books. Excise and environmental taxes may also apply based on the goods imported.
You can find an overview here on the website of the Norwegian government.
You can also use ParcelParcel's convenient import duties cost calculator to estimate duties, VAT, and clearance costs for shipments to Norway quickly. This tool simplifies international shipping planning and preparation.
When ordering goods like a camera from Norway, understanding import duties is crucial. Import duties are applicable if the declared value exceeds €150. VAT is also levied on imported goods.
Use our Import duties calculator van ParcelParcel for a quick estimate of import duties, VAT, and clearance fees for your shipment to Norway. Here's how:
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Compliance with Norwegian customs
Adhering to Norwegian customs regulations is essential. Properly declaring goods and providing required documentation, such as invoices and waybills, is mandatory. Non-compliance may result in penalties and shipment delays.
When importing to Norway, consider:
Regulations and restrictions: Certain goods, such as firearms, pharmaceuticals, and food products, may have specific import restrictions or require permits. You can find the official list here.
Customs clearance: Understanding the clearance process and ensuring all paperwork is accurate and complete can prevent delays.
Local representation: Depending on the type and volume of imports, appointing a local representative or customs broker can facilitate smoother transactions.
For further information on shipping to Norway, you can always contact our support specialists via Live Chat (weekdays 08:00-17:30), phone, or email.
ParcelParcel’s support team is happy to be of assistance with import duties, VAT, or the clearance process.
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You can instantly check the shipping costs through our rate calculator. Enter the weight, dimensions, and destination country of your shipment, and you will see all available shipping options along with their respective delivery times. The calculator can be used to compare shipping rates for both export and import shipments.
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Shipping costs are calculated based on dimensions (LxWxH in cm), weight (in kg), and the destination country. Both the actual weight (as shown on the scale) and the volumetric weight are considered.
The volumetric weight is the weight calculated based on the space your shipment occupies in the plane. The higher of the two weights (volumetric or actual weight) is used to calculate the shipping rate. You don't need to calculate this yourself; our calculator does it for you.
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You can use the discount code PP10 for 10% discount on the transportation costs of your first shipment. You can apply the discount code during the checkout process (instructions).
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Whether additional costs apply depends on whether your shipment stays within the European Union or is sent to/from a country outside the European Union. Below, you can see the additional costs for each situation.
Within the European Union
If, for example, you send a shipment from the Netherlands to Italy (within the EU), there will be an additional 21% VAT on the shipping costs.
Furthermore, if your shipment stays within the European Union, you won't have to deal with any import duties or customs clearance fees because your shipment doesn't go through customs. Please note that the European Union is not the same as Europe.
View here all the countries that are part of the European Union. For example, Switzerland is part of Europe but not part of the European Union.
Outside the European Union
If, for example, you send a shipment from the Netherlands to the United States, there will be no VAT (0%) applied to the displayed shipping rates.
However, there might be import duties levied by customs in the destination country if you send a shipment to/from a country outside the European Union. Typically, customs costs are charged to the recipient. This is known as Delivered At Place (DAP) in logistics terminology.
Customs is a government agency that levies import duties in certain cases to protect the local market. As a company, you can also ship using Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), which means any customs costs will be charged to you as the sender.
If you have any questions about this topic, feel free to contact us. Additionally, you can read everything about import duties, VAT, and the customs clearance process in this blog.
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A customs invoice is a form where all the goods you want to ship are specified. This invoice includes an English description of the goods, along with their corresponding value and weight.
The contents of your shipment must be specified per type of product you're sending to avoid delays at customs. A customs invoice is always prepared in quadruplicate in accordance with customs guidelines.
When is a customs invoice required?
A customs invoice is only required for shipments to/from countries outside the European Union (e.g., Netherlands - United States). If your shipment stays within the European Union (e.g., Netherlands - Italy), your shipment will not go through customs, and therefore, a customs invoice is not required.
Additionally, document shipments are not subject to customs, so if you're sending a document to a country within/outside the European Union, no customs invoice is needed.
Please note that not all goods can be shipped to every country. You can find a list of goods that cannot be sent via ParcelParcel on this page.
Do I need to create a customs invoice myself?
If you're sending a shipment to/from a country outside the European Union, it's mandatory to include a customs invoice with the shipment. We provide free support in creating a customs invoice.
You can easily generate a customs invoice through our shipping platform. The customs invoice will be automatically generated based on the content you specified during your booking.
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You can import just as easily as export via ParcelParcel.
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You can find a list of goods that cannot be shipped via ParcelParcel on this page.
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