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The Magnus Legal Blog

Are you planning a business project in Norway? Our legal team has extensive experience assisting foreign companies with legal matters. With our expertise and practical insights, we ensure your success in navigating Norwegian business operations. We're here to help your business thrive. Check out our blog to learn more.

Amalie Gjerde Utheim - Associate Lawyer7. October 2024

National budget 2025: VAT, excise taxes and customs duties

On October 7, 2024, the Støre government presented its proposal for the 2025 national budget. No significant changes have been announced for most businesses. ...
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Jarand Hanto Aarhus - Associate Lawyer7. October 2024

New tax on foreign income in the economic zone and continental shelf

In 2024, a new provision was introduced that extends the tax obligation to foreign companies involved in mineral activities, renewable energy, and carbon ...
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Jarand Hanto Aarhus - Associate Lawyer7. October 2024

The 2025 Norwegian national budget: Proposed changes to the exit tax

On October 7, 2024, the Støre government presented the National Budget 2025. Key takeaways include a notable tightening of exit tax regulations. The proposed ...
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Sigve Fagerli Strømsnes - Associate lawyer7. October 2024

New requirements for registering business beneficial owners

Certain parts of the Regulation to the Register of Beneficial Ownership Act came into force on October 1, 2024. The Regulation now requires many legal ...
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Terese Eriksen Eldholm - Lawyer16. September 2024

Regulations of sick pay for employers in Norway

In Norway, understanding and managing sick pay obligations is crucial for employers to ensure compliance with the law. In this blog, we’ll outline the key ...
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Øivind Henrik von Mehren - Lawyer & Partner5. September 2024

Key steps for starting business activities in Norway

When foreign companies embark on projects and launch business operations in Norway, several key factors must be considered. To simplify the onboarding and ...
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Elisabeth Cramer - Lawyer26. August 2024

Why contract classification is key to staying compliant in Norway

When foreign companies engage in business activities in Norway, it is important to early understand how your contract will be classified as this impact ...
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Thea Slethaug - Lawyer10. July 2024

Development and construction agreements: Effective and important tools

In Norway development and construction agreements are important tools in both the private and public sectors, laying the groundwork for collaboration between ...
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Amalie Gjerde Utheim - Associate Lawyer8. July 2024

What is an A-report: Essential guide for employers in Norway

The A-report (known as A-melding in Norwegian) is a mandatory monthly submission for employers in Norway, detailing employees' salaries, employment conditions, ...
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Thea Slethaug - Lawyer17. June 2024

Should I choose Sole Proprietorship or Limited Liability Company?

Deciding whether to establish a Sole Proprietorship (SP) or a Limited Liability Company (LLC) is a crucial step for any entrepreneur. In an SP, you bear full ...
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Axel Bjørke - Associate lawyer3. June 2024

How to establish a Norwegian branch of a foreign company (NUF)

When planning business activities in Norway, one key step in this process is to register your company. The most common corporate legal entities selected by ...
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May-Liz Rasmussen - Head of Immigration30. May 2024

3 key Norwegian residence permit exemptions

Are you representing a foreign company conducting operations in Norway and looking to deploy your own staff? You’ve likely encountered the extensive paperwork ...
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