From January 1, 2024, the current system of registering staffing enterprises will be removed and replaced with an approval system. This means that staffing enterprises that provide labor leasing services in Norway and are already registered must obtain approval from the Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority (Arbeidstilsynet) to operate legally. The new application form will be made available in November 2023.
In the application, all staffing enterprises must include:
All foreign entities that do not have a fixed place of business or domicile in Norway must have a Norwegian representative. The representative must have:
The approval will later be recorded in a register. The register will also indicate whether a staffing enterprise has an approval application under review or has not received approval after such an application has been submitted.
If a company hires from a staffing enterprise that is not approved, the hired employee can demand regular employment with the hiring company and compensation. Non-compliance with the new rules can also lead to penalty fees.
The approval system will come into effect on January 1, 2024. During the period from January 1, 2024, to March 31, 2024, there will be a transitional arrangement that allows hiring from companies that have submitted an approval application to the Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority for processing.
Magnus Legal can assist the employer with the entire application process, if desired. This can be easily done by delegating Altinn access to one of our lawyers, who will ensure a complete and hassle-free application process for you.
Magnus Legal can also assist with help in preparing the necessary attachments and documentation: