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Norway

EuropeEEA member (not EU). EU TPD snus ban does not apply.

Last reviewed: 2026-04

Travelling to Norway with snus or nicotine pouches? Snus is legal and nicotine pouches are banned. Cigarettes are legal for adults aged 18+. This page covers the legal status of snus, nicotine pouches, cigarettes, and vaping in Norway as of 2026-04, with official sources where available.

Snus

Legal

Minimum age: 18+

Legal basis: Tobakksskadeloven (Lov 1973-03-09 nr. 14)

Snus fully legal. Not subject to EU snus ban. Standardised packaging required since 2017. Online orders from abroad prohibited since 2022.

Official source

Nicotine Pouches

Banned

Legal basis: Tobakksskadeloven; Norwegian health regulations (2023)

Nicotine pouches (tobacco-free) are not approved for sale and cannot be imported even for personal use.

Official source

Cigarettes

Legal

Minimum age: 18+

Cigarettes legal 18+. Norway introduced plain packaging in 2017, the first country in the world to do so. Cross-border online orders are prohibited.

Official source

Vape / E-cigarettes

Legal

Minimum age: 18+

E-cigarettes legal for adults 18+. Regulated similarly to EU TPD. Nicotine max 20 mg/ml. Cross-border online orders from abroad prohibited.

Official source

Personal Import

Snus
Allowed

Physical import for personal use allowed. Online orders from abroad are prohibited.

Nicotine Pouches
Prohibited

Sources

Disclaimer: The information on this site is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws and regulations regarding snus, nicotine pouches, cigarettes and vaping change frequently. Always verify the current legal status with official government sources before travelling. NicotineAtlas assumes no liability for actions taken based on information presented here.