Norway is the most recent country to have banned the display of tobacco products and other smoking articles. The ban entered into effect on January 1, 2010.
Since January 1, 2010, the visible display of tobacco products and smoking articles such as pipes and cigarette paper in sales outlets is banned. The ban does not apply to specialist tobacco stores but these represent a very small number across Norway. In fact, in 2009 there were only about 10 such stores.
Other legislation
Advertising of tobacco products is prohibited in Norway.
Cigarette packs carry text health warnings on both the front (30%) and back (40%) of packaging. Graphic health warnings on cigarette and roll your own packaging will be implemented as of 2011.
Smoking is prohibited in all public places, including workplaces, bars and restaurants.
It is illegal to sell tobacco products to people under the age of 18.
There is no retail licensing scheme in place.
Source: Ministry of Health