Switzerland–Norway freight: services and trade framework
Norway is an EFTA member like Switzerland, with a wealthy economy based on oil, fishing and technology. Oslo and Bergen are the main economic centres. Trade relations between Switzerland and Norway are facilitated by their shared EFTA membership.
As EFTA partners, Switzerland and Norway share common trade agreements with third countries. The volume of bilateral trade is significant, particularly in the energy, maritime and pharmaceutical sectors.
Services offered by Franzosini SA for Norway
- Road transport FTL/LTL
- Groupage
- Customs clearance
- Distribution
Specific regulations and requirements
- Non-EU member: specific customs declaration (TVINN system)
- Mattilsynet: authority for food, animals and plants
- Alcohol: import of alcohol regulated by Vinmonopolet
- Agricultural products: very high duties (protection of the Norwegian domestic market)
Trade framework and agreements
- EFTA Convention (Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein)
- European Economic Area (EEA) — Norway member
- EFTA agreements with third countries