VAT Representation for Foreign Businesses in Norway
What is VAT Representation?
VAT representation is an essential service for foreign companies looking to establish operations or deliver services in Norway. For international businesses, navigating Norwegian regulations regarding value-added tax, taxation, and reporting requirements can be challenging. At Sterk Law Firm, we offer VAT representation services in collaboration with our trusted accounting partners, creating a seamless legal and financial compliance package. Our legal team serves as your VAT representative while our accounting partners handle the financial aspects, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements.
VAT Representation Services
For foreign companies operating in Norway, we offer a range of services through our integrated partnership that simplify establishment and ongoing operations. These services include:
Company Registration and Establishment
Establishing a presence in Norway requires proper registration with relevant authorities. Our law firm guides you through the legal process, including registration with the Brønnøysund Register Centre and the VAT Register, while our accounting partners handle the financial setup. This complete establishment service ensures all formal requirements are met from the outset.
VAT Representation and Reporting
As your legal representative, Sterk Law Firm takes responsibility for accurate value-added tax reporting, whether standard VAT reporting or VOEC (VAT On E-Commerce). Working with our accounting partners, we ensure that your business complies with Norwegian regulations for reporting and payment of value-added tax.
Complete Accounting Services
Through our accounting partners, we provide accounting services adapted to Norwegian rules and standards, which are crucial for foreign businesses. This includes bookkeeping, accounting systems, and reporting in accordance with Norwegian legislation, all overseen by our legal team to ensure compliance.
Administrative Services
As your VAT representative, Sterk Law Firm can also coordinate various administrative services including:
Company secretary
Virtual office
Payroll services
HR services
Reporting to authorities
These services are delivered through our collaborative partnership with specialized accounting professionals.
Special Considerations for E-commerce Companies
E-commerce businesses selling goods to Norwegian customers have specific reporting obligations in Norway. As your legal representative, Sterk Law Firm ensures correct reporting and administration for these types of businesses, with our accounting partners handling the financial aspects, including VOEC reporting for sales of low-value goods to Norwegian consumers.
Staffing Agencies and Contracting Companies
Foreign staffing agencies and contracting companies undertaking projects in Norway face particular challenges. Our law firm addresses these legal matters while our accounting partners handle the financial aspects:
Assessment of tax liability
Review of working time regulations
Legal and tax-related issues
Reporting of contracts (RF-1199)
HSE cards for workers at construction and building sites
Benefits of Professional VAT Representation
By engaging Sterk Law Firm as your VAT representative, working in tandem with our accounting partners, foreign businesses can concentrate on their core activities while we handle administrative and legal obligations in Norway. This ensures:
Compliance with deadlines for submissions to authorities
Correct reporting of accounts and payroll
Representation to the Tax Administration, Brønnøysund Register Centre, Customs, and the Norwegian Food Safety Authority
Efficient administration of HSE cards for workers when required
International Tax Assistance
In addition to VAT representation, foreign businesses may need international tax assistance. Through our integrated legal and accounting partnership, we provide advice on international tax matters, VAT services, and payroll services across national borders.
Digital Solutions for Efficient Representation
Our collaborative approach utilizes modern digital solutions to streamline processes. These include:
Cloud-based accounting systems (provided by our accounting partners)
Digital bookkeeping
GDPR-compliant data flow
Digital payslips
VAT representation is a comprehensive service ensuring that foreign businesses operate in accordance with Norwegian legislation. With Sterk Law Firm as your legal representative, working seamlessly with our accounting partners, establishing and operating in Norway can be a smooth process. This integrated approach allows businesses to focus on their core tasks while we handle all administrative and legal obligations through our specialized partnership network.
