Corporate Law
Business in Norway
The importance of thorough contract review in Norway
When establishing a business in Norway, it is crucial for a foreign company to thoroughly review its contracts. If you don't have proper contracts in order, you risk ...
Business in Norway
What is HMSREG? Norway's subcontractor registration tool explained
HMSREG is an electronic tool that lets Norwegian contractors register crew and access key compliance information about subcontractors — including tax and fee payment status, staff ...
Business in Norway
Global Mobility
Taxation
Hypotax in Norway: The home-based approach
Work assignments across borders are common, but it can be a problem to recruit personnel with the right qualifications for positions abroad. One reason may be the uncertainty ...
Business in Norway
Insights on the Norwegian business culture
If you plan to do business in Norway, understanding the Norwegian business culture can give you an edge in quickly establishing a sustainable business and settling in. In this ...
Business in Norway
Global Mobility
Hiring a Norwegian employee—9 legal requirements you must know
Are you a foreign company planning to hire a Norwegian employee to work in Norway? Norwegian employment law is comprehensive and applies fully to foreign employers — regardless of ...
Contract Law
Business in Norway
Business in Norway—contract drafting and negotiation
Doing business in Norway requires more than just drafting a contract—it requires understanding how Norwegian law treats agreements. Unlike some legal systems, Norwegian contract ...
Corporate Law
Business in Norway
Business in Norway—Avoid sanctions and penalty charges
As a foreign multinational doing business in Norway you should be aware of the multitude of compliance obligations you must adhere to. Failure to comply may imply severe sanctions.
Labor Law
The rules for overtime and work hours in Norway
In Norway, employee rights are strongly safeguarded by the Working Environment Act. Among the key rules are those regulating standard working hours and overtime. For employers, it ...
Taxation
How to do a self-assessment on your tax return
The Norwegian tax assessment determines the tax basis and calculation of tax liability for the taxpayer and is based on the submitted self-assessment. Have you discovered that ...
Corporate Law
Business in Norway
How to register a company in Norway—4 required steps
Registering a foreign company in Norway involves up to four separate registration obligations, depending on your turnover, number of employees, and how long you operate in the ...
Sustainability
The EU's new climate law
On June 24th 2021, the European Parliament adopted the Climate Act for the EU. Through this law, the EU is aiming to achieve its goal of becoming climate neutral by 2050. So how ...
Sustainability
Business in Norway
Grants for sustainable businesses in Norway
In an effort to foster sustainability and green development, the Norwegian government and select private organizations offer subsidies to companies that can demonstrate ...