In Norway, stimulation of the entrepreneurial spirit is a policy of national priority. Not surprising, knowing that the majority of the businesses our welfare will depend on 10 – 15 years from now do not yet exist.
There are few restrictions on starting a business in Norway.
If you are at least 18 years old, not declared incapable and not under bankruptcy quarantine, you may establish an enterprise. You don’t have to live in Norway yourself; however, the enterprise must have a Norwegian address.
Fore more information:
- Start Your Own Business – an introduction to different aspects of Norwegian regulations
- Guides and documents
Here you can download brochures on how to establish and run the following company types in Norway:
- Sole Proprietorship (enkeltpersonforetak)
- General Partnership (ansvarlig selskap)
- Limited Liability Company (aksjeselskap)



