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Intro: How to Make the Move

We are happy that you are considering Oslo as your next home and look forward to welcoming you here.

To help you navigate and prepare for your move, see the introductory tips below. For information on immigration requirements specific to you, visit UDI, the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration.

If you’ve already moved to Oslo, refer to Getting Settled and explore the Oslopolitan website to see all the resources available to you. The city's Welcome to Oslo website provides detailed relocation information.

  1. 01 Do I Need a Job?
  2. 02 Obtain a Residence Permit
  3. 03 Get a D-number for Temporary Stays or a National ID
  4. 04 Relocate With Family
  5. 05 Find a Job in Norway
  6. 06 Recognition of Foreign Education
  7. 07 Coming to Oslo as a Student
  8. 08 Open a Norwegian Bank Account
  9. 09 Find Housing
  10. 10 Cost of Living
  11. 11 Customs for Pets and Belongings
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11 Customs for Pets and Belongings

What are you bringing with you to Norway?

Photo of dog in cardboard box

Photo: Erda Estremera on Unsplash

Customs and toll - what can you bring?

If you have owned and used your furniture and household objects abroad for longer than a year and are planning to move to Norway permanently, you can import them free of duties. That is: if the household goods are imported for personal use.

For electronics, be sure to check plug types and voltage compatibility (Norway uses 220 volts with type C and F electrical plugs). Follow customs regulations for exempt items and pets.

What and how to declare

In order to be exempt from customs and duty, you will need to make an inventory list and submit a declaration to Norwegian Customs upon arrival. If you are unable to be present when the goods arrive, you need to make sure that your transfer company or those bringing your goods can present the declaration for you.

There are a few exceptions which are not exempt from duties and taxis, such as food products, vehicles, alcohol, weapons, plants and animals. You can find the full list onNorwegian Customs.

Bringing your pet to Oslo

If you want to bring your pet - dogs cats and ferrets have to be identified by a microchip or clearly readable tattoo. Check vaccine requirements for your pet. You can read about the rules for animal transfer on Norwegian Customs.

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