Business & Self-EmployedBusiness permit Norway for entrepreneurs
For experienced entrepreneurs and professionals planning to run a viable business in Norway. We set up the company, register with Brønnøysundregistrene and file your residence permit with UDI, all coordinated through your portal.
A business permit for Norway
This is the route for entrepreneurs who own and operate a business in Norway and draw their income from it. It sits alongside the self-employed permit and is filed under Utlendingsloven, with final eligibility decided by UDI.
Who qualifies
Viable business plan: a realistic, financially sustainable model with credible projections
Sufficient capital: enough to run the business and support yourself without public assistance
Relevant experience: industry expertise and a track record that matches the activity
Real value to Norway: a genuine business with substance, customers and economic activity
What is included
Business plan review and structuring
Company registration with Brønnøysundregistrene
VAT and tax registration with Skatteetaten
Self-employed residence permit filed with UDI
Banking, accounting and bookkeeping setup
Family reunification where it applies
Norwegian legal forms at a glance
The right vehicle depends on liability, tax treatment and how you plan to grow. We help you decide before anything is registered.
ENK: Sole Proprietorship
An enkeltpersonforetak with no share-capital threshold and unlimited personal liability. Quick to set up for freelancers and small service businesses.
- Simple registration
- Owner liable personally
- Income taxed as personal income
AS: Limited Company
An aksjeselskap with limited liability and a minimum share capital set by Norwegian company law. Preferred when you plan to raise funding or employ staff.
- Limited liability
- Minimum share capital set by law
- Board and annual reporting
NUF: Norwegian Branch
A Norwegian branch of a foreign company, useful when an existing entity abroad is the parent and you operate across borders.
- No separate Norwegian share capital
- Foreign parent retains liability
- Norwegian VAT and tax registration
What we handle for you
We coordinate the company, the tax setup and the permit so the pieces line up instead of stalling each other.
Company setup
We help you choose the right legal form and register it with Brønnøysundregistrene, then get your organisasjonsnummer and articles in place.
- Legal form selection
- Brønnøysundregistrene registration
- Organisasjonsnummer and articles
Tax and banking
We arrange VAT and tax registration with Skatteetaten and set up business banking and bookkeeping so you can trade from day one.
- VAT and tax registration
- Business bank account
- Accounting and bookkeeping setup
Permit and settlement
We file the residence permit with UDI and support your arrival, registration with Politiet and family reunification where it applies.
- Residence permit application
- Police registration and fødselsnummer or D-nummer
- Family reunification if needed
Standard documents we will request
We assemble and review the full file with you before anything is submitted.
Profile and plan
Passport copy
Detailed business plan
Financial projections for the first three years
Proof of capital or financing
CV with relevant experience
Supporting evidence
Education and qualification certificates
Lease or office address proof in Norway
Brønnøysundregistrene registration details
Authorisation form
From concept to operating company
A clear, sequenced path so the immigration and business sides move together.
1. Concept and strategy
We refine the business model and confirm the route fits your profile and goals.
2. Structure and plan
We choose the legal form and build the business plan and financial projections.
3. Registration and compliance
Company registration with Brønnøysundregistrene and tax and VAT setup with Skatteetaten.
4. Permit filing
The residence permit is filed with UDI, with family reunification added where relevant.
5. Arrival and launch
Police registration, banking and bookkeeping so the business can operate in full compliance.
A strong base for an independent business
Norway pairs a stable, digital business environment with access to the wider EEA market.
Transparent system
Clear regulation and predictable enforcement through Brønnøysundregistrene and Skatteetaten.
Digital infrastructure
Modern digital services for company, tax and government interaction via Altinn.
EEA gateway
A Norwegian base gives you access to the European single market.
Skilled workforce
A high-quality talent pool when you are ready to hire.
Innovation ecosystem
Strong support for new ventures and technology businesses.
Quality of life
An environment that attracts and retains international talent.
Bring your business to Norway
Free initial consultation to assess feasibility and structure. Run a free pre-assessment and get a guided plan for your Norwegian business and permit.
