Know the Rules for Your Move in Norway

A transport licence from the Norwegian Public Roads Administration, issued under the Professional Transport Act and EU road transport rules that apply in Norway through the European Economic Area (EEA) Agreement.

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Norway is not a member of the European Union, but it is part of the European Economic Area (EEA), so the EU rules on access to the road haulage profession and market apply in Norway. Any company that carries goods by motor vehicle for payment needs a transport licence (løyve) from the Norwegian Public Roads Administration (Statens vegvesen). Since 1 January 2025, the licence for goods transport is a community licence (fellesskapsløyve), which covers both domestic moves and moves to other EEA countries. Norway has no removal-specific contract law, so the terms of a household move are largely set by the contract. Always confirm current requirements directly before hiring a mover.

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Transport licensing

A community licence for goods transport from Statens vegvesen, held by the company that operates the vehicles, with conditions on establishment, good repute, financial standing, and professional competence.

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Liability for your goods

No statutory liability regime applies to household removals. The Norwegian Consumer Council advises that the contract must state who is responsible for the goods and any upper limit on the mover’s liability.

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Consumer protection & resources

Guidance from the Norwegian Consumer Council (Forbrukerrådet), mediation through the Norwegian Consumer Authority (Forbrukertilsynet), and decisions by the Consumer Complaints Committee (Forbrukerklageutvalget).

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International moves

The same community licence covers road moves between EEA countries. Road moves to or through countries outside the EEA need permits such as ECMT removal permits or single-trip permits.

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Norway

A transport licence from the Norwegian Public Roads Administration is required to carry goods by motor vehicle for payment. Since 1 January 2025, that licence is a community licence covering both domestic and European Economic Area transport.View requirements

International: Norway

The community licence a Norwegian mover already needs for domestic work also covers road moves between European Economic Area countries. Road moves to or through countries outside the EEA need additional permits.View requirements

Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference only. Regulations may change. Always confirm current requirements directly with Statens vegvesen and Forbrukertilsynet before hiring a mover.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

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