Business opportunities for companies in Norway's defense sector
Norway has decided to spend 1,624 billion NOK on its defense before the year 2036. A move decision resulting from the newly evolving security situation in Europe and Norway’s ...
Key considerations for back-to-back clauses in construction contracts
In larger construction projects, there are often several contractual levels involved, from the client to the main contractor, then to the subcontractors, and sometimes ...
Property Ownership: Shares vs. Direct Purchase – Which is Better?
What is the difference between your company investing directly in property instead of acquiring shares in a property company? What are the benefits for you as a business owner? In ...
Norwegian property tax for residence and commercial properties
Property tax (eiendomsskatt) is a local tax that Norwegian municipalities can choose to impose on both residential and commercial properties. As of now, 323 municipalities have ...
Key considerations for drafting Norwegian employment contracts
As an employer in Norway, you are obliged to draw up a written employment contract in all employment relationships, and there are specific legal requirements for drafting ...
Strict notification deadlines in NS 8405 and NS 8407
In order to avoid taking a financial hit on a construction project, it is crucial that the deadlines for notifications and requests are met. Failing to meet these deadlines may ...
Rules for temporary layoffs - What employers need to know
Temporary layoffs can be a challenging situation for both employers and employees. When your business faces temporary difficulties, layoffs can be a necessary step to reduce costs ...
7 essential steps in the Norwegian layoff process
Businesses are not immune to shifting markets and economic downturns. When order volumes decline, or future contracts become uncertain, temporary layoffs—known as permittering in ...
Norwegian tax rates 2026
The tax percent in Norway depend on the income and it is determined with basic income tax and bracket tax. Here are the tax rates in Norway for 2026.
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...