Business SolutionsBuy or sell a business in Norway
For entrepreneurs buying, selling, starting or expanding a business in Norway. We bring immigration, company setup and operational support together so the legal, tax and permit pieces line up instead of stalling each other.
Business scenarios we support
Whether you are taking over an existing Norwegian company or building a new venture, immigration and legal coordination decide how smoothly it goes.
Buying an existing business
Purchasing and taking over an established Norwegian company, with the ownership transfer handled cleanly.
Starting a new venture
Building a new business in Norway from concept through to a registered, operating company.
Branch or franchise
Expanding an existing business into Norway through a branch (NUF) or franchise model.
Investment and acquisition
Investing in Norwegian companies and assets, with the right structure for your goals.
Partnerships and joint ventures
Establishing partnerships and joint ventures with Norwegian entities.
Owner relocation
Relocating yourself and your family alongside the business through the self-employed route.
What the Business Hub covers
A connected set of services across immigration, company setup, employment and transactions.
Immigration for business owners
The right residence pathway for founders and owner-operators, filed with UDI.
- Self-employed and business permit applications
- Business plan development and positioning
- Family reunification for business owners
Business establishment
Company registration and the foundational setup that follows.
- Brønnøysundregistrene registration and structuring
- Tax and VAT registration with Skatteetaten
- Accounting setup and bookkeeping systems
Employment and payroll
Set up employment relationships and run payroll in line with Norwegian rules.
- Employment contracts and documentation
- Payroll processing and reporting via Altinn
- Collective-agreement and labour-law compliance
Succession and acquisition
Support for buying or selling a Norwegian business.
- Due diligence and business valuation
- Contract negotiation and review
- Ownership transfer and integration planning
Everything the business needs to run
Getting the day-to-day infrastructure right from the start avoids the registration, tax and documentation problems that are hard to unwind later.
Operational setup
Business banking and account setup
Insurance and risk cover
Accounting, VAT and reporting systems
Office and facilities coordination
Ongoing advisory as the business grows
Why Norway for business
Transparent legal system with predictable enforcement
Strong digital infrastructure through Altinn
Access to the wider EEA single market
Skilled, high-quality workforce
An ecosystem that supports new ventures
Quality of life that attracts talent
How a business setup runs
A sequenced path so immigration, company and operations move together.
1. Concept and strategy
We develop and refine your business model and market strategy.
2. Immigration pathway
We determine the optimal residence permit approach with UDI.
3. Business structuring
We choose the legal entity type and register it with Brønnøysundregistrene.
4. Registration and compliance
Tax and VAT registration with Skatteetaten and the required systems set up.
5. Employment setup
Payroll and employment compliance arranged where you plan to hire.
6. Operational launch
The business begins trading with a full legal and compliance framework in place.
Common challenges we help you avoid
Norway is transparent, but Skatteetaten is thorough and labour rules are detailed. The right setup from day one prevents costly problems later.
Labour-law complexity
Norwegian employment law is comprehensive and rewards careful compliance.
Tax and accounting
Skatteetaten standards are high and enforcement is consistent.
Collective agreements
Many sectors are covered by binding collective agreements.
Wage expectations
Salary levels are higher than in many international markets.
Registration errors
Incorrect structuring or VAT categorisation is hard to unwind.
Documentation gaps
Processes are clear but require complete, well-prepared documentation.
Launch or grow your business in Norway
Whether you are buying an existing business or starting fresh, we provide immigration, legal and operational support end to end. Run a free pre-assessment and get a guided plan for establishing your business in Norway.
