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VAT Registration in Norway for Foreign Companies
Selling goods or services in Norway triggers VAT obligations once taxable turnover exceeds NOK 50,000 in a rolling 12-month period. Registration, filing and compliance follow Norwegian rules — and the Tax Authority communicates only in Norwegian. You need a local partner who handles the process and the ongoing obligations.
When VAT registration is required
Foreign companies must register for Norwegian VAT when they meet any of these conditions:
- NOK 50,000 threshold. Taxable turnover from sales of goods or services in Norway exceeds NOK 50,000 in a rolling 12-month period.
- Import of goods. You import goods to Norway for resale or business use and need to reclaim import VAT.
- Construction or installation. You perform construction or installation work on Norwegian territory — even short-term projects can trigger registration.
- Exempt transactions only? If all your Norwegian sales fall under reverse charge (B2B services), you may not need registration — but your specific situation decides. Our VAT Registration Checker gives you a quick first answer.
What the service includes
VAT registration
Preparation and submission of the registration application to Skatteetaten, including all supporting documentation.
VAT representative
For non-EEA companies: acting as your mandatory Norwegian VAT representative.
Bimonthly VAT returns
Filing of VAT returns (MVA-melding) every two months, or annually for low-turnover businesses.
Reverse charge handling
Correct classification of cross-border transactions, import VAT and reverse charge mechanics.
VAT reconciliation
Monthly reconciliation of VAT accounts against your bookkeeping, catching errors before filing.
Fixed pricing
One clear monthly fee. No hourly billing, no surprises. The scope is defined before work begins.
Who delivers this service
Accounts Lab AS
Licensed Norwegian accounting firm (Org.nr 928 750 817). Your accountant is a statsautorisert regnskapsfører — the highest Norwegian accounting certification. Direct contact with the senior accountant handling your file. No call centers, no juniors.
accountslab.no →Frequently asked questions
How long does VAT registration take?
Typically 2–4 weeks from submission, depending on documentation completeness and the Tax Authority's processing time.
Do I need a fiscal representative?
EEA-based companies do not need a representative. Non-EEA companies must appoint a Norwegian VAT representative who is jointly liable for VAT obligations.
What if my sales are only B2B services?
Pure B2B services to Norwegian businesses may fall under reverse charge, meaning the buyer handles VAT. But physical presence, goods or mixed supplies change the picture. Use our VAT Checker for a quick assessment.
Can I reclaim Norwegian VAT without being registered?
Foreign businesses not registered for VAT in Norway can apply for VAT refunds through the refund scheme — but the process is separate and has strict deadlines (30 June following the calendar year).
What does the fixed pricing cover?
Registration, ongoing filing, reconciliation and correspondence with the Tax Authority. The fee depends on transaction volume and complexity — you get a clear quote after the assessment.
Related guides and tools
- VAT Registration Guide — thresholds, process, reverse charge rules
- VAT Registration Checker — 5 questions → required / verify / not yet
- Presence Risk Checker — will your project trigger VAT, payroll or PE?
- Full Accounting Service — bookkeeping, payroll, annual accounts and tax returns
Reviewed by Mauro Bonito, Statsautorisert Regnskapsforer — Accounts Lab AS (Org.nr 928 750 817).
Not sure if you need VAT registration?
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