Export control
Topic
Under Norway’s export control system, a range of products, technology and services may only be exported from Norway if the exporter has obtained an export licence from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. See the categories below to learn more about the export control legislation, the types of products, technology and services that require an export licence, and sanctions and restrictive measures.
What is Norway's export control system?
Read more about legislation, lists of controlled items and ‘catch-all’ clauses.
Information for exporters
Read more about the responsibilities of exporters.
Sanctions and restrictive measures
Read more about sanctions and restrictive measures, and about exports to Russia and Iran.
Related topics
Current
Defence-related exports from Norway in 2017
In 2017, Norway exported arms and military equipment worth around NOK 5.4 billion, up from NOK 3.6 billion in 2016. Exports of arms and ammunition accounted for just under NOK 4.7 billion, and other defence-related products for around NOK 680 million. The total value of exports of defence-related services, repairs, production rights and brokering services was NOK 520 million.
Suspension of export licences to the UAE
On the basis of a comprehensive assessment of the situation in Yemen and the increasing risks associated with the United Arab Emirates’ military engagement in the country, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs decided on 19 December 2017 to suspend licences that have already been issued for the export of Category A defence-related products to the United Arab Emirates.
Defence-related exports from Norway in 2016
In 2016, Norway exported arms and military equipment for around NOK 3.6 billion. This is an increase of 10 % from 2015. Exports of arms and munitions accounted for around NOK 2.9 billion of this amount, and other defence-related products for NOK 650 million. In addition, there were exports of dual-use items, in other words civilian products with military uses, with a total value of aroundNOK 300 million.
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Contact
Section for Export Control
E-mail: seksjon.for.eksportkontroll@mfa.no
Phone: +47 23 95 06 50 (Monday to Friday 10.00-14.00)
Address: Postboks 8114 Dep. , 0032 Oslo
Visitor address: 7. juniplassen 1,