Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland each have distinct VAT regimes and compliance requirements. We manage VOEC registration, fiscal representation, and local VAT compliance so you can sell across the Nordic market without surprises at the border.
Non-EU. Separate customs territory. VOEC scheme for B2C under NOK 3,000. Fiscal representative required for non-EEA sellers.
EU Member. Use OSS for B2C cross-border sales. Local VAT registration if holding stock. Strong e-commerce market.
EU Member. Gateway to Scandinavia with strong logistics. Copenhagen offers direct ferry links to Norway and Sweden.
EU Member. Tech-forward consumer base. Gateway to Baltic markets. High digital payment adoption.
VAT on E-Commerce (VOEC) allows non-Norwegian sellers to collect Norwegian VAT at checkout for low-value B2C shipments—avoiding border delays and surprise charges for customers.
| Country | VAT Rate | EU Member | B2C Scheme | Fiscal Rep? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇳🇴 Norway | 25% | No (EEA only) | VOEC | Yes (non-EEA) |
| 🇸🇪 Sweden | 25% | Yes | EU OSS | No (EU sellers) |
| 🇩🇰 Denmark | 25% | Yes | EU OSS | No (EU sellers) |
| 🇫🇮 Finland | 25.5% | Yes | EU OSS | No (EU sellers) |
Ship from EU warehouse (e.g., Netherlands). Use OSS for Sweden/Denmark/Finland. Separate VOEC registration for Norway.
Setup: EU E-commerce BV + OSS + Norway VOEC
UK/EU service company billing Norwegian clients. May trigger Norwegian VAT registration depending on activity type.
Stock held in Sweden for EU Nordic markets. Separate Norwegian import arrangement for Norway-bound goods.
Setup: Swedish VAT + Nordic 3PL
Construction, installation, or on-site services. Triggers Norwegian VAT and potentially employer obligations.
Setup: Norwegian NUF or VAT-only
Jørn handles VOEC registrations, fiscal representation, and Norwegian VAT compliance for international sellers. He manages the relationship with Skatteetaten (Norwegian Tax Authority) so you don't have to.
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