Fireworks in Norway (2026)
Last reviewed: 30 October 2026
In short: Fireworks sold to consumers are category 1 (age limit 12, may be used all year) and categories 2 and 3 (age limit 18). Sale directly to consumers is allowed only from 27 to 31 December, and private individuals may fire fireworks only on New Year's Eve from 18:00 to 02:00. Municipalities may set local restrictions in defined areas.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Consumers may buy and use category F2 fireworksConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Minimum age to buyConsumer fireworks (category F2) | 18 years [1] |
| Minimum age to possess or let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | 18 years [1] |
| Minimum age to buyConsumer fireworks (category F2) | 12 years [1] |
| Minimum age to possess or let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | 12 years [1] |
| When they may be sold to the publicConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Sale directly to consumers is allowed only from 27 to 31 December, over the counter, by licensed sellers with a fixed point of sale. [1] |
| When they may be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Private individuals may fire fireworks only on New Year's Eve; at other times of the year only with special permission. Category 1 fireworks can be used all year. [1] |
| Hours when they may be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | On New Year's Eve from 18:00 to 02:00. [1] |
| Where they may not be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Fireworks must not be fired in dense built-up areas, near dry forest or in other fire-hazardous surroundings. Municipalities may issue local rules restricting use in specified areas where experience shows a danger to life, health, the environment or property; local ban zones are possible, but not a total municipal ban. [1] |
| Fireworks consumers may useConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Fireworks are divided into four categories. Category 1 (low risk, minimal noise, age 12) can be used all year; categories 2 and 3 (age 18) are for outdoor use; category 4 is for professionals only. [1] |
| Local restrictionsConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Municipalities may issue local regulations restricting the use of fireworks in specified areas and may create local ban zones, but not a total ban. [1] |
Notes
- Category 2 fireworks are sold to consumers over the counter in the sale period, to people aged 18 or over.
- The DSB page lists an age limit of 18 for categories 2 and 3 and 12 for category 1 and small sparklers.
- Category 1: low-risk fireworks, including indoor fireworks in homes; may be used all year.
- Municipalities (usually the fire service) grant the trading permit.
- The rule for private individuals; categories 2 and 3 need permission outside New Year's Eve.
- Local restrictions are set by each municipality.
- Check the municipality for local rules.
Sources
- Direktoratet for samfunnssikkerhet og beredskap (DSB): Kjøp, salg, bruk og kontroll av fyrverkeri (consulted 30 October 2026) · all sources
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