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Lotteritilsynet explains Norway’s rules for small lotteries and bazaars

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Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)

Norway’s Lotteritilsynet outlined rules allowing anyone to hold small lotteries and bazaars under changes that took effect on 1 January 2023. Annual turnover is capped at NOK200,000, proceeds cannot support commercial purposes, and organisers no longer need to notify the authority or report earnings; professional operators and alcohol prizes are not permitted.

Community organisers can run eligible lotteries without prior notice, but must observe the turnover cap and restrictions.

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