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Renowned for its technological prowess, Norway actively embraces digital solutions, prioritizes innovation, and encourages remote work practices and digital communication.
Norway boasts a large talent pool in industries such as technology, engineering, and marketing. Norwegian professionals are also proficient in English, facilitating the opportunity to set up an international remote organization and achieve smooth communication.
The Norwegian labor regulations ensure fair treatment, appropriate compensation packages, reliable work environments, and autonomy.
The country's government and businesses invest heavily in R&D, creating an environment that encourages creativity, problem-solving, and the development of cutting-edge solutions.
Employers in Norway must furnish new employees with a written employment contract, irrespective of employment type. The contract, which can be in a language other than Norwegian, should encompass essential terms such as:
In Norway, the probation period typically ranges from 1 to 6 months, but it can extend up to 12 months under special circumstances.
In Norway, normal working hours cannot exceed nine hours per 24 hours, or 40 hours per seven days.
In Norway, any work beyond standard working hours is considered overtime. Employees are entitled to receive an additional 40% of their normal wages for overtime, with the rate doubling for overtime on weekends. Overtime is capped at 10 hours per week and 25 hours over a four-week period.
There is no official national minimum wage in Norway; minimum wages are often outlined by individual sector collective bargaining agreements and employment contracts.
There is no mandatory provision for a 13th-month salary in Norway. Performance-based bonuses are granted at the discretion of the employer.
In Norway, employee income tax depends on factors like income type and residency. Non-Norwegian tax-resident workers can opt for Norwegian withholding tax. Non-residents on ships with limited tax liability face a flat 25% tax rate, including social security contributions The progressive individual tax rates are as follows:
In Norway, the pension system comprises three components: retirement pension from the National Insurance Scheme (folketrygden), occupational pension or contractual early retirement pension (AFP) from employers, and private pension savings.
The tax-related information provided in this guide is intended for general guidance and informational purposes only. Reach out to our dedicated team for insights on remote hiring in Norway tailored to your needs.
Terminations in Norway can be complex. There is no at-will termination in Norway for employers outside the probation period, and termination must be done for just cause. Compliant terminations include:
The minimum notice period is one month but the notice period increases based on length of employment as follows:
In Norway, there are no statutory requirements for severance payments. During the notice period, the employee is still entitled to salary payments and additional contractual benefits in accordance with terms of employment.
Norway celebrates the following national holidays:
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