Navigating security clearance with Norway’s Defence Estates Agency
Many Norwegian and foreign entrepreneurs are seeking new opportunities as activity in the construction sector declines. At the same time, the defense sector is booming, with major ...
Common pitfalls when relocating employees to Norway
In today’s market, hiring employees from outside Norway or sending employees to Norway happen frequently. Relocating employees to Norway is fully possible, but missteps can lead ...
OECD 2025 Update: New Guidance on Home Office PE Risk
On 18 November 2025, the OECD Council approved the latest update to the OECD Model Tax Convention and its Commentary. The update does not change the legal definition of a ...
Your checklist for employee secondment to Norway
Foreign companies with business activities in Norway will often need to relocate employees to work on local projects. In these global mobility processes, many companies are ...
How to transfer shares under the Norwegian Companies Act
Are you planning to sell or transfer shares in a Norwegian company — for example to an employee, your own holding company, an investor, a co-owner, or perhaps to children or ...
Letters of intent in property transactions—what to know before signing
When buying or selling real estate, it can be wise to start with a letter of intent (LOI) before signing the final contract. Many believe that such a letter is merely a ...
Doing business in Norway? Here's why you need a legal partner
Entering the Norwegian market comes with more than just business opportunities—it also means dealing with a demanding set of rules and obligations. From taxation, VAT, and ...
New rules about retirement age in Norway—changes from January 1, 2026
The Norwegian Parliament has passed updated regulations that will remove companies' previous right to establish internal age limits for pension. Starting January 1, 2026, all ...
NS 8406: Possible consequences of failing to meet a deadline
The popular Norwegian standard contract, NS 8406, requires both parties to give notices and replies within certain deadlines. Yet, any consequences of failing to meet these ...
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, ...
Supreme Court ruling: Legal deadlines for extending termination claims
On 20 October, the Norwegian Supreme Court issued its ruling (HR-2025-2052-U) in an employment dispute concerning dismissal, addressing the question of whether the employee, as ...
What employers must know about social security contributions in Norway
Foreign employers planning to send employees to work in Norway need to take several factors into consideration. One important factor that is crucial to be aware of is social ...