Decree No. 872 of 1999 relative to examination of hunters on Svalbard. Country/Territory Svalbard (Norway) Document type Regulation Date 1999 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Hunting/capture Hunting authorization/permit Geographical area Arctic, Atlantic Ocean Islands, Europe, Northern Europe Entry into force notes The Decree enters into force immediately. Abstract All persons who wish to hunt on Svalbard shall be subject to examination (art. 1). These persons shall be registered in the Norwegian Register of Hunters or shall possess all qualifications as hunters in their country of origin (art. 2). The examination consists of a practical test and a theoretical exam. The positive result of the examination shall be valid without time limitations. (11 articles) Full text Norwegian Website www.lovdata.no References - Legislation Implements Decree relative to the administration of wildlife on Svalbard (No. 516 of 1996). Legislation | Svalbard (Norway) | 1996 Keyword: Hunting/capture, Hunting authorization/permit, Protection of species Source: FAO, FAOLEX