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Norway

Substance legality overview · Last updated 2026-03-05

🌿 CannabisRESTRICTED⚡ Nicotine PouchesILLEGAL🫧 SnusLEGAL💨 E-CigarettesILLEGAL🔥 Heated TobaccoILLEGAL
ILLEGAL

💨 E-Cigarettes

The sale and use of e-cigarettes are banned in Norway, including online purchases. There is no confirmed information on whether individuals can import these products for personal use. If you have any relevant or updated information about e-cigarette regulations or access in Norway, please contact the GSTHR team.

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Last verified: 2026-01-29

LEGAL

🫧 Snus

Snus is not banned in Norway, however the Norwegian Government restricted snus to plain packaging in 2017.

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Last verified: 2023-02-24

ILLEGAL

🔥 Heated Tobacco

Heated tobacco products are prohibited in Norway under Regulation no. 1044 of 13 October 1989 Concerning the Prohibition against New tobacco and Nicotine Products.

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Last verified: 2022-09-02

ILLEGAL

⚡ Nicotine Pouches

Nicotine pouches are a relatively new product which can provide users of high-risk tobacco with an alternative that poses fewer risks to their health. Read more about nicotine pouches in our briefing paper

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Last verified: 2026-03-04

RESTRICTED

🌿 Cannabis

Cannabis is partially regulated or restricted in Norway. Recreational: Illegal | Medical: Legal.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. Laws change frequently — always verify with local authorities or a qualified lawyer before traveling or making decisions based on this data.

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