Taxation
Property Law
How Norwegian wealth tax is affected by property ownership
Norway is one of the few countries that impose a tax on net wealth. All individuals who are tax residents in Norway are liable to pay tax on their global net wealth. This means ...
Contract Law
Construction Law
Construction contracts types overview
When approaching construction projects in Norway, the choice of contract is crucial for proper risk allocation, cost management, and avoiding disputes. The Norwegian construction ...
Global Mobility
What is a temporary residence permit?
Norwegian immigration law provides for both permanent and temporary residence permits. The terminology surrounding these permits can be complex and challenging to navigate. Terms ...
Labor Law
Mandatory workplace regulations in Norway – are yours in place?
The workplace regulation governs the daily operations within the company and is designed to protect the rights and obligations of both the employer and the employees. As the ...
Business in Norway
Global Mobility
Registration and approval guide for foreign electrical workers
When a foreign company is looking to do business in Norway, navigating the legal landscape can be challenging. Not only does Norwegian Compliance include an extensive list of ...
News
New rules for accessing shareholder information: What you need to know
On February 1, 2025, a new regulation on access to the shareholder register, shares registered in Central Securities Depository (CSD), and trustee-registered shares entered into ...
Labor Law
Business in Norway
Employees vs. Subcontractors: The importance of proper classification
Companies doing business in Norway face unique challenges, especially regarding the classification of workers as employees or subcontractors. Understanding these distinctions is ...
Labor Law
When terminating an employee becomes necessary
As an employer responsible for your employees, you may find yourself in challenging situations where an employee fails to meet expectations. Perhaps the employee does not follow ...
News
Hearing Proposal: Repeal of voluntary tax return correction rules
The Ministry of Finance has recently proposed to repeal the current rules for voluntary correction under the Tax Administration Act. This implies that taxpayers who voluntarily ...
Accounting
Why fulfilling accounting obligations drive business success in Norway
Norway offers an appealing business environment that continues to attract a growing number of international companies. However, Norway's distinctive accounting and tax regulations ...
Corporate Law
Contract Law
What rules apply to company transactions with related parties?
If you run a limited liability company, you will likely engage in various agreements with suppliers, customers, and other business partners. Typically, the company’s board of ...
Global Mobility
Taxation
How does company car taxation work for foreign companies in Norway?
Understanding local company car taxation is essential for foreign companies operating in Norway with employees who use company cars. Norwegian tax authorities have specific rules ...