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Synnøve Sørdal - Lawyer & Partner

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Synnøve is a seasoned business lawyer with extensive expertise in Norwegian Value Added Tax (VAT), customs regulations, and general business law. Her background includes 16 years of legal practice and 3 years at the Tax and VAT department of the Norwegian Tax Administration. She advises Norwegian and international companies on various VAT and tax matters, such as guiding foreign businesses entering the Norwegian market, providing VAT support for real estate projects, and assisting clients in audits and assessments with the Tax Administration.

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Synnøve Sørdal - Lawyer & Partner23. May 2025

How to get VAT refund in Norway: 6 key considerations

Has your company made purchases in Norway that included Norwegian VAT? If the company is not VAT-registered in Norway, you cannot reclaim the VAT through the ...
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Synnøve Sørdal - Lawyer & Partner26. January 2023

Import to Norway – VAT and customs

Norway is not a member of the European Union (EU). However, Norway is a member of the European Economic Area (EEA). This means that transactions of goods ...
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Synnøve Sørdal - Lawyer & Partner6. December 2022

7 FAQ's about VAT for foreign companies operating in Norway

Foreign businesses that direct their operations towards the Norwegian market will at some point face Norwegian VAT regulations and must know how to deal with ...
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Synnøve Sørdal - Lawyer & Partner27. October 2022

Pre-registration for VAT in Norway in order to deduct VAT

Navigating the complexities of business registration in Norway’s VAT system can be daunting, especially when faced with the delay in accessing crucial tax ...
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Synnøve Sørdal - Lawyer & Partner11. November 2021

Should your business register for VAT in Norway?

Are you wondering if your business should register for VAT in Norway? Determining whether your company meets the criteria for VAT registration can be complex, ...
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Synnøve Sørdal - Lawyer & Partner22. October 2021

VAT on e-commerce (VOEC) in Norway

How do you navigate the rules and regulations of VAT on e-commerce in Norway? Fact is that sellers and online marketplaces are liable for VAT on cross-border ...
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Synnøve Sørdal - Lawyer & Partner13. September 2021

Import of services – reverse charge in Norway

In the area of Norwegian taxation, a notable mechanism comes into play when businesses procure services from foreign suppliers. Known as 'import of services - ...
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