Avinor, the operator of Oslo Airport, has issued a warning regarding a taxi fraud scheme that has emerged at the airport. Signs have been posted to alert travelers about taxi drivers who have been banned from the main taxi area near the terminal. Instead, these drivers are now operating from airport parking lots, approaching customers directly inside the terminal or just outside it. Cathrine Framholt from Avinor highlighted that customers often do not know the fare until they are already in the vehicle, which has caused significant concern among travelers.

The problem stems from taxi drivers who, instead of adhering to regulations, have found a way to circumvent them by soliciting customers inside the terminal. This not only creates an issue of transparency regarding pricing, but it also poses safety risks, as using a parking lot as a makeshift taxi stand can lead to hazardous traffic conditions. The presence of such unregulated taxi services undermines the efforts of compliant taxi drivers who operate within the legal frameworks established by Avinor.

Avinor's response has been proactive, with the installation of warning signs at Gardermoen Airport to educate travelers about this issue. The organization urges passengers to be cautious and emphasizes the importance of using licensed taxi services to avoid potential fraud and ensure a safe travel experience. The awareness campaign aims to protect travelers from inflated fares and uphold the integrity of the transport system at the airport.