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Expanding your operations into Norway through a subsidiary presents numerous opportunities for innovation, transparency, and access to a highly skilled workforce. Whether you are a tech startup or a service-based enterprise, Norway provides a strategic launchpad into the Nordic region, with unmatched standards in quality, sustainability, and governance. A subsidiary company in Norway enables your company to operate as a fully legal and recognised Norwegian entity, fostering credibility with local stakeholders, customers, suppliers, and authorities. Our experts ensure an effective expansion process that allows you to establish a robust presence in Norway with clarity and confidence.
Establishing a Norwegian subsidiary grants direct access to the European Economic Area (EEA), allowing free trade with EU countries and leveraging Norway’s flexible business regulations.
Operating under a locally registered company name builds trust with Norwegian customers, partners, and government institutions, thus enhancing your reputation and facilitating long-term business relationships.
Norway boasts a highly educated workforce that is fluent in English and experienced in international business, providing your subsidiary with access to top-tier professionals across various industries, including technology, energy, and finance.
A subsidiary is a distinct legal entity separate from the parent company, which means that your global business is shielded from any direct financial or legal risks arising from the subsidiary’s operations in Norway.
Norwegian subsidiaries qualify for various government incentives, including tax relief, R&D grants, green technology funding, and financial support from organizations like Innovation Norway.
With low corruption, political stability, and robust legal protections, Norway provides a secure environment for investment. The government’s strong emphasis on sustainability and innovation makes it an ideal choice for forward-looking companies.
Opening a subsidiary in Norway offers substantial benefits, making it the ideal choice for your business. Connect now
Most foreign companies choose to establish a private limited company (AS – Aksjeselskap) in Norway. This structure offers limited liability, flexibility in ownership, and is recognised as a fully independent legal entity.
To register a Norwegian subsidiary, you need:
The process typically takes 10–20 business days, depending on documentation readiness and whether a local board member is already in place. Using a trusted incorporation partner can speed up the timeline.
No, physical presence is not mandatory. Most of the incorporation process can be handled remotely. However, you may need to appoint a local board member or representative to comply with Norwegian regulations.
Norwegian subsidiaries are subject to a 22% corporate income tax. They must also register for VAT (25%) if annual turnover exceeds NOK 50,000. Payroll taxes, employer contributions, and statutory reporting are also applicable, depending on the scale and structure of your operations.
