Ragnhild’s core expertise lies in immigration matters, including applications for residence permits for work in Norway, as well as national and international taxation. She provides advisory services to both domestic and international individuals and companies. With over 17 years of experience in both the private and public sectors, Ragnhild has extensive knowledge in the necessary registrations, reporting, self-assessment of taxes (such as tax returns), and handling of appeals. She specializes in personal taxation related to seafarers and offshore workers. Before joining Magnus Legal in 2024, Ragnhild worked as a tax lawyer/senior tax lawyer at the Norwegian Tax Administration (individuals/foreigners) from 2019 to 2023. From 2015 to 2018, she was an associate attorney at Magnus Legal, and from 2007 to 2014, she worked as a tax lawyer at Advanced Solutions.
Blog Post by Ragnhild Myren Stephansen - Associate Lawyer
Ragnhild Myren Stephansen - Associate Lawyer27. October 2025
The entry/exit system (EES)—Key facts on implementation
The Schengen area is introducing a new border control system called the entry/exit system (EES). This system will collect and store traveler data to improve border management, ...
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Ragnhild Myren Stephansen - Associate Lawyer29. September 2025
Family reunification for foreign skilled workers in Norway
Many Norwegian companies struggle to find the right skills domestically and therefore recruit skilled workers from abroad. But what happens when one of your employees wants to ...
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Ragnhild Myren Stephansen - Associate Lawyer30. May 2024
3 key Norwegian residence permit exemptions
Are you representing a foreign company conducting operations in Norway and looking to send your own staff? You’ve likely encountered the extensive paperwork involved. Navigating ...
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Ragnhild Myren Stephansen - Associate Lawyer25. August 2022
Employee relocation: Norwegian residence permit requirements
If you are planning to hire foreign labor to work in Norway, it is crucial to understand the residence permit requirements. The rules vary depending on whether your employee is ...
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Ragnhild Myren Stephansen - Associate Lawyer9. March 2021
UK citizen working offshore in Norway? Do you need a residence permit?
Are you employing British citizens working offshore in Norway? Did you know that not all British citizens need residence permits when working in Norway? Let's take a look at the ...
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Ragnhild Myren Stephansen - Associate Lawyer27. November 2020
Seconded employees in Norway: Residence permit, tax and reporting
When UK citizens are seconded to work in Norway, a residence permit is generally required. While some exceptions may apply depending on the circumstances, this rule has important ...
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