VAT registration in Norway can be a complex and time-sensitive process, especially for international companies unfamiliar with Norwegian and international VAT legislation and Norwegian VAT reporting requirements. At Enter Norway Consulting & Accounting, we specialize in helping foreign businesses navigate the VAT system efficiently and correctly.
Whether you are planning a short-term construction project, delivering services across borders, or establishing long-term operations, our VAT experts provide tailored evaluations and reporting solutions.especially adapted to your company situation.
Why VAT Registration in Norway Is So Important
If your business is planning to sell goods or services in Norway, it may be legally required to register for Value Added Tax (VAT). Norway is not a part of the European Union’s VAT collaboration and therefore has a separate VAT system. Norway’s VAT rules apply broadly and are strictly enforced, and failure to register on time can result in penalties, delayed operations, blocked payments or contracts being canceled.
At Enter Norway, we offer specialized VAT registration services in Norway for international companies that want to:
- Start projects or deliver services in Norway
- Import goods into the country
- Operate as a subcontractor in public procurement or private contracts
- Invoice Norwegian clients correctly, with the the correct VAT.
This is particularly important for companies from EU countries, as we repeat that Norway is not part of the European Union. As such, VAT and customs procedures differ significantly from what EU businesses may expect, especially for goods imported into Norway and work performed in Norway.
You can read more about VAT registration here.
Full-Service VAT Assistance – Tailored to Foreign Companies
Our team of certified accountants, legal consultants, and tax advisors will support you through every step of the VAT process. Our services include:
- Mandatory VAT registration for foreign companies
- VAT liability assessments, based on project type, location, and business structure
- Import VAT and customs compliance for goods shipped into Norway
- VAT separation and structuring for branches vs. parent company
- Invoicing support to ensure your sales documents meet Norwegian VAT standards
- Ongoing VAT accounting, reporting, and filing
- Dialogue with the Norwegian Tax Administration
- Transition support when your company becomes VAT liable
- VAT refund assistance for companies without a permanent establishment in Norway
- Sector-specific advisory, including construction, shipping, chemicals, and energy
We also provide early-stage legal assessments to help you determine whether your planned business activities in Norway will become VAT liable– and if so, when. This allows you to plan ahead and avoid unexpected regulatory hurdles.
If your company needs to transition from non-VAT liable to VAT liable status, we assist with the dialogue with the Norwegian Tax Administration and perform all necessary adjustments, both practically and in your accounting system.
Because VAT in Norway is governed by both national rules and international agreements, our accountants and legal advisors work closely together to ensure all aspects of your business are covered — both in terms of compliance and strategy.
Navigating Norwegian VAT Without a Local Entity
Foreign companies can be VAT liable in Norway even without a physical presence. In such cases, Enter Norway acts as your local representative and ensures that all obligations are fulfilled on your behalf. We also help you understand the nuances between being VAT registered and being VAT liable — and make sure your business takes the right path based on your project scope and revenue.
Our clients include both main contractors and smaller subcontractors working on public construction projects, where correct VAT handling is often a prerequisite for getting paid and staying compliant.
We assist with all necessary documentation and setup – from registering your company and obtaining an organization number, to structuring your reporting systems for VAT compliance.
Industry Experience and Cross-Border Expertise
Enter Norway Consulting, Legal and Accounting has the experience from helping hundreds of international businesses — including main contractors and subcontractors in public procurement projects — successfully manage VAT registration in Norway. We also work with companies in sectors such as oil & gas, manufacturing, import/export, mecanical industry, metal industry, shipbuilding, interior design, and more.
We understand the challenges foreign companies face when operating in a non-EU country like Norway, especially when it comes to VAT, posted workers, complicated minimum salary system, differences in work legislation, import declarations, tax and deductions. . We are here to help you to plan your project and build a solid structure to avoid costly delays or unpleasant surprises.
Enter Norway Accounting – Your Trusted Financial Partner
VAT is just one part of doing business successfully in Norway. That is why Enter Norway Accounting, our certified accounting firm, supports international companies with a full range of accounting and financial services — from day-to-day bookkeeping and payroll to annual accounts and tax compliance.
As a certified and authorized accounting firm, we help you streamline your financial processes so you can focus on your core business. Whether you need VAT accounting, tax reporting, reconciliation and control, cash flow management, or payroll in accordance with Norwegian legislation, our experienced team provides tailored solutions that fit your company’s structure and objectives.
By leveraging our expertise and technology, we ensure efficiency, accuracy, and full compliance — allowing your team to dedicate more time to growth and operations while we take care of the numbers.
You can read more about Enter Norway Accounting here.
More Than Just VAT – Get Complete Business Support
While VAT registration is often the first step, Enter Norway also provides end-to-end support for your operations in Norway:
- Company registration and branch setup
- HR and administrative assistance
- Payroll, HSE cards, and employment law compliance
- Tax evaluations and advice – both corporate and personal
- Import/export support and documentation
- Day-to-day accounting and financial reporting
From planning and entry into the market, to de-registration and project closure, we follow and support your business every step of the way.
Read more about our services and what we offer here.
Get Started with your VAT Registration in Norway
Whether you are in the early planning stages or already active in the Norwegian market, Enter Norway can help you manage your VAT registration with precision and confidence. Our multilingual team is ready to assist, and we tailor every solution to fit your business and your obligations under Norwegian law.Book an appointment today and get started with professional VAT registration in Norway — the right way, from the start.