Bringing my own car to Norway

Hi,

You are facing a difficult problem. Bringing a car to Norway is indeed expensive as it is to bring one here. One can usually say that if you have a light car with a small motor, it's best to bring it in and pay the tax, if it's a big heavy car it's not worth it. The tax is mainly calculated on weight and power.

As for avoiding the tax, there is no much option. If you have a contract without a defined end, it will not work. you cannot the probationary period. If you have a contract for less than two years, you can have your car for free during this period prevailing that you complete the adequate paperwork upon entering the country.

If you live in Norway with a foreign car, you run the risk the car being confiscated  if you are stopped by the police. Should this happen, there is no possible negotiation, they just take your car. Some people do take this risk, though, it's your choice.

On a side note, whichever you choose, don't forget to put on winter tired from first of november, or if there is snow on the road. It's illegal to drive without them and you won't be covered by your insurance.

I had no intention of avoiding tax, it was just a question when I have to pay them. Thanks for all the answers.

I have winter tires right now on the car. The car has 1040 kg and 95 HP. So it's neither heavy or very powerful.

Still have to make a decision.

Hi
I drove my british car here in norway for over a year without any problems! I decided to make it legal a few months back and it cost me 105% of what i paid for the car in the first place! The only proof i had about the value of the car was a letter stating the amount i paid for the car from the previous owner. I now have norwegian plates and needed new lights as my british lights pointed the wrong way! It cost 47,000kr for everything.

Good luck!