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Norwegian VAT lawyer

Norwegian VAT and customs advisory

We help foreign companies navigate the complexities of Value Added Tax and customs regulations, ensuring compliance with Norwegian VAT rules.
Any company that sells goods or services to customers in Norway, or operates within the country, must comply with Norwegian VAT rules — and additional customs regulations apply when importing goods across the border. Getting registration, rates, and reporting right from the start helps you avoid unnecessary costs, delays, and penalties. 
Aider Legal helps foreign companies navigate the full scope of Norwegian VAT and customs compliance, from initial registration through ongoing reporting and correspondence with the Norwegian Tax Administration. Whether you're just entering the Norwegian market or managing an established operation, our team makes sure your VAT and customs obligations are handled correctly.
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VAT and customs experts with comprehensive and practical insight

With close to 30 years of experience advising on Norwegian VAT and customs matters, our lawyers have worked closely with accountants across Norway, giving them direct insight into the financial realities behind VAT compliance — not just the legal requirements. That collaboration means every recommendation accounts for how VAT decisions actually affect your company's operations and finances. Meet the team who will guide your VAT and customs matters.
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Synnøve Sørdal Lawyer | Partner | Head of Department BergenCONTACT ME
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OUR VAT SERVICES

We help you navigate VAT and customs regulations in Norway

From VAT registration to reporting, we support you at every stage of your VAT and customs obligations, ensuring your business complies with Norwegian regulations and avoids unnecessary costs or penalties.

VAT registration and compliance

We assess your VAT liability, manage registration in the VAT register, and handle company registration in Norway, ensuring your business is set up correctly from the start.
  • VAT liability assessment
  • Registration in the VAT register
  • Company registration in Norway
  • VAT compliance

Customs and import

We manage import assessments, excise duties, and customs credit applications, helping you clear and report goods correctly and avoid unnecessary penalties.
  • Assessment on import, excise duties, and more
  • Import VAT assistance and customs credit application

VAT registration and compliance

We handle VAT representation and reporting on your behalf, including refund applications for foreign enterprises, so your obligations are met accurately and on time.
  • VAT representation
  • VAT reporting
  • VAT refund applications for foreign enterprises

VAT advisory and guidance

We guide you on the correct treatment of VAT under Norwegian accounting legislation, helping you apply the rules correctly to your specific business situation.
  • Norwegian accounting legislation
  • Guidance on the appropriate treatment of VAT
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FAQ—VAT in Norway
Our FAQ page covers common questions on Norwegian VAT obligations and requirements.
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Get the full overview of Norwegian VAT rules and obligations. Explore our online guide. 
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AN OVERVIEW OF THE NORWEGIAN VAT SYSTEM

VAT handling in Norway

Adhering to Norwegian rules and regulations is crucial for conducting business in Norway. One of the most significant aspects is the handling of value-added tax (VAT). This requirement applies to any company that sells goods or services to a Norwegian entity or operates within Norway, necessitating compliance with VAT regulations. Here is an overview of the VAT obligations in Norway. 

Obtain a Norwegian organization number

The type of corporation you choose is of great importance in relation to liability, risk, tax, rights, and duties. You should weigh the risks and income opportunities related to the different types of entities against each other.
Register for VAT — Option 1 This option is useful if you expect to incur significant VAT costs at an early stage, typically if goods will be imported.
Register for VAT — Option 2 Depending on where your enterprise is domiciled, this option may require you to register via a VAT representative. However, a number of EU/EEA countries are exempt from this requirement.
Check for VAT rates

The normal VAT rate is 25%. However, some goods and services have a lower rate of 15% and 12%, and some are VAT exempt. 
Check the accrued VAT costs Important! As a main rule, all VAT incurred is deductible, but some costs are non-deductible. Errors in the VAT return will typically be levied with a 20% penalty on the wrongfully deducted VAT.
Are you importing goods to Norway?

If you are importing goods, you are responsible for clearing and reporting the goods correctly.

VAT on imported goods is deferred to your VAT return. Make sure you report the correct transactional value of the goods.
Submit your VAT returns

VAT returns are submitted bi-monthly. The return must be submitted, and VAT must be paid within one month and then days after the end of each period, even when there is no turnover.

Missing the deadline will result in penalties, and interest charges on the late amount.
Ask for help in time Mistakes are costly. Make sure you ask for professional and proper help in time.
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Experts in Value Added Tax and customs ready to assist

VAT questions rarely stop at the legal rules — they touch bookkeeping, reporting, and your company's broader financial setup too. As part of Aider Group, our VAT lawyers work directly alongside in-house accountants, so you get one coordinated answer instead of conflicting advice from separate legal and accounting providers. Contact us to make sure your VAT and customs obligations are handled correctly from every angles.

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