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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

We often receive inquiries about legal assistance from Norwegian and international contacts. Here are the most frequently asked and relevant questions. 

Do you help individuals?

Magnus Legal is a business law firm that specializes in helping Norwegian and foreign companies with legal challenges and questions.

Our services for individuals are mainly connected to your employment with a company we assist or if your employer contacts us on your behalf. 

We also assist with Personal Tax Return requests.

To learn more about our services, please see our expertise. 
Do you assist with personal taxation?

Our tax lawyers have extensive experience helping individuals with their Norwegian tax returns and related questions when they become complicated. 

Examples of when it is beneficial to ask us for help with your tax return: 

  • Foreign residents working in Norway or on the continental shelf.
  • Individuals employed in multiple countries or have unconventional working arrangements. 
  • US residents living in Norway. 

Please see Personal Income Tax for more information.

 

 

 
Can you help me get a work permit in Norway?

As a business law firm, we specialize in assisting employers and employees with work permits and related processes in Norway.

We primarily support obtaining a work permit in Norway, provided you already have a valid employment agreement in place.

Unfortunately, we do not help with regular residence permits. 

Please see Global Mobility for more information.

 
What is the cost of your services?

Our prices and conditions can be found here.

To provide a more accurate offer, we need to review the details of your case to prepare a cost estimate.
I want to do business in Norway; how do I proceed?

Doing business in Norway requires knowledge about Norwegian Compliance. No company or case is the same. How to process and get started depends on various factors related to your business, setup, time frame, and more. To answer your question, we recommend you contact our team, and we'll walk you through it.

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How quickly do you reply to an inquiry? We aim to respond to inquiries within 24 hours. Our teams work together to ensure we manage our capacity in your best interest. You will be assigned a contact person who is always one phone call or email away. However, delays may happen due to unforeseen circumstances.
How long does it take to open a business bank account in Norway?

Opening a business account can take several weeks, especially due to strict anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) regulations. This delay often surprises new business owners. We are happy to help you with this. 
Do all businesses automatically get VAT registered? No. VAT registration is not automatic. You must apply separately once your turnover exceeds NOK 50,000 within a 12-month period. Please see our VAT info page for more information.
Are there industries with special rules or permits? Yes. Industries like construction, food service, and transportation often require special licenses or certifications, which can add administrative complexity and delays.  For more in-depth information and to learn what to do, please see our info page on doing business in Norway.
Do I need to use a Norwegian accounting and auditing company when operating in Norway? Norwegian accounting and auditing obligations are strict (even for small businesses). We recommend that you familiarize yourself with your obligations to avoid fines or deregistration. To learn more, read this blog. 
Is company registration quick and easy? While registration is done online via the Brønnøysund Register Centre, approval can still take several days or more, especially if any documents are incomplete or require clarification. We know what it takes, let us help you. 
Is Norwegian required for official business documents?

Yes. Most official documents and government portals (like Altinn) are in Norwegian, which can be a barrier for non-speakers, despite widespread English proficiency.

We often assist our customers with administration of Norwegian portals. Contact us for help. 

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Unable to find the answer to your question, or do you have other inquiries? Then drop us an email.

TAX RETURN

Email: taxreturn@magnuslegal.no
Phone: +47 55 29 90 00
PRESS INQUIRIES

Email: hello@magnuslegal.no
Phone: +47 55 29 90 00
MARKETING INQUIRIES

Email: hello@magnuslegal.no
Phone: +47 55 29 90 00