Classification of maritime Areas
The classification of maritime areas is based on the United Nation’s Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and defines varying degrees of national sovereignty, jurisdiction, and management and utilization of resources. The term Norway’s maritime boundaries refer to the borders and zones in marine areas governed by Norwegian legislation. These areas encompass the maritime zones surrounding mainland Norway, Jan Mayen, Svalbard, and Bouvet Island.
Maritime Areas 2026
- Valid from
- 1.1.2026
- Valid to
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The classification of maritime areas is based on the United Nation’s Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and defines varying degrees of national sovereignty, jurisdiction, and management and utilization of resources. The term Norway’s maritime boundaries refer to the borders and zones in marine areas governed by Norwegian legislation. These areas encompass the maritime zones surrounding mainland Norway, Jan Mayen, Svalbard, and Bouvet Island.