Labor Law
News
Oslo Court: Hire-labor limits upheld as compatible with EEA law
In December 2022, the Norwegian government decided to significant tightened the regulations for hiring of labor from staffing agencies. The changes meant that the general access ...
Labor Law
Overtime pay in Norway—Key rules for employers
Norwegian labor law contains clear rules on working hours and overtime pay. Many foreign employers are surprised to learn that these rules are mandatory and very strict. Below, we ...
Labor Law
News
Overview of Norwegian dismissal rulings 2025
This overview highlights key rulings from 2025 that shed light on employers’ obligations and employees’ rights when terminations are disputed. Our goal is to give HR managers, ...
Business in Norway
Global Mobility
Key compliance rules for employers relocating employees to Norway
Relocating employees to Norway involves navigating visa rules, work permits, employment contracts, tax reporting, and National Insurance obligations — and getting any of these ...
Construction Law
Key elements to include in a construction contract
When entering into a construction contract, it's crucial to ensure that all necessary elements are included to avoid misunderstandings and potential conflicts. A well-drafted ...
Labor Law
News
Important Norwegian court decisions 2025
So far in 2025, several important Norwegian court rulings have clarified employers’ obligations under the Working Environment Act, employment classification rules, and collective ...
Labor Law
News
Clarified requirements for Norway’s psychosocial work environment
From 1 January 2026, the Working Environment Act § 4-3 will be clarified to include a non-exhaustive list of psychosocial work environment factors. While this does not introduce ...
Labor Law
News
Norwegian Labor Law—new rules on age limits in working life
A change adopted on 20 May 2025 stipulates that, from 1 January 2026, companies in Norway can no longer set internal age limits below 72 years The exception is where a lower limit ...
Labor Law
News
The Labour Inspection Authority gets new and stricter enforcement tools
As of 1 July 2025, a comprehensive package of legislative changes came into force, giving the Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority more power and authority than before. This ...
Global Mobility
Can I work in Norway with an EU residence permit?
Global mobility often involves navigating complex cross-border rules—especially when employees move between countries within the European Economic Area (EEA). Norway is not a ...
Global Mobility
Norwegian visa requirements for foreign employees
When relocating employees to work in Norway, it is crucial to ensure they meet all legal requirements for employment and residency. One of the most frequent questions is whether a ...
Property Law
Construction Law
How to handle temporary use permits and completion certificates
As a contractor in Norway, have you experienced that your project is nearing completion, but the paperwork is standing in the way of handover and final settlement? For both you ...