Category: Norway – Tax

Navigating the Norwegian tax year can be challenging for residents, expats, and temporary workers alike. From deadlines and filing requirements to payment schedules and penalties, understanding the system ensures you remain compliant while avoiding unnecessary costs. This guide covers all...

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Every taxpayer in Norway—whether individual or business—should understand how the Norwegian tax audit process (skattekontroll) works. This guide walks you through who gets audited, what triggers an audit, what documents the tax authorities require, and how to protect your rights...

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Norway’s exit tax rules have become stricter, targeting expats and shareholders leaving the country. From 2025 onwards, expats need to carefully evaluate the tax impact of moving abroad, especially when holding shares, options, or other equity investments. This guide explains...

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Understanding how Norway calculates personal income for bracket tax is essential for taxpayers. The system ensures progressive taxation, where higher earnings lead to higher tax contributions. This guide breaks down how your income is assessed, which sources are included, and...

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Navigating withholding and payroll taxes in Norway is a key responsibility for employers. Norway’s system requires companies to ensure that income tax and social security contributions are withheld correctly from employees’ salaries and paid to the Norwegian Tax Administration. This...

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Dividend taxation in Norway is often a point of confusion, especially due to the 1.72 adjustment rule. This adjustment increases the taxable amount of dividends before the 22% general income tax is applied, leading to an effective tax rate much...

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Many employers in Norway provide free or subsidized housing as part of their compensation packages. While this can significantly reduce living costs, it also comes with tax implications. This guide explains how free housing benefits are treated under Norwegian tax...

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Norwegian residents earning income abroad often face the risk of double taxation. Fortunately, foreign tax relief in Norway allows taxpayers to claim credits for income tax paid overseas, reducing or eliminating the possibility of paying tax twice. This guide explains...

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Planning to move abroad while holding Norwegian shares or options? Norway’s exit tax regime is one of the most important rules for expats and shareholders. This blog explains who is affected, how the exit tax works, and what you must...

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Equity compensation such as share options and restricted stock units (RSUs) has become a popular way for Norwegian companies to attract and retain talent. However, these benefits come with complex tax rules that employees and employers must understand to avoid...

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