The statistics are telling: From 2013 to 2022, the number of Americans in the Netherlands grew from about 15,500 to 24,000; in Portugal, it tripled to nearly 10,000; and in Spain, it increased from around 20,000 to 34,000. Moderate to steady growth was observed in countries like France, Germany, and the Nordics. Britain alone saw […]
Tag: Norway
Registering a Norwegian .no domain as a foreigner
I am a resident in Denmark and I would like to start a business to support Nordic clients so I want to register a .no domain but seems like it is impossible without having a company/Norwegian personal number. What are the ways to do this? Answer In order to do this you would normally need […]
Working in Norway for my existing foreign company
I just moved to Oslo last 15/10. I have started my new at 17/10. I have a contract with till end on September next year. I am working through my Portuguese Limited Company atm, I get paid in Portugal. Where, I am currently resident. Just wondering best option to work in Norway, if via my […]
A Guide to Cyber Security for SMEs in Europe
Every day, businesses fall victim to cyber crime. Whether it’s a ransomware attack that locks down your computer systems until you pay up, or sensitive customer data being stolen and sold on the dark web, the risks are real and growing. If you’re an SME, it’s crucial that you take steps to protect your business…
R&D tax breaks and incentives for businesses in Europe
Governments all over Europe want to attract innovative business activity. Those are businesses that perform ground-breaking research and development (R&D) activities. European countries, and the EU as a whole, give incentives to these businesses. For example to create a more technologically advanced economy, stimulate job growth or tackle climate-related challenges. Such incentives are offered through…
Business in the European Single Market 101
The European Single Market (ESM) is the largest internal market in the world. It allows for the free movement of goods, services, capital and people within the European Union and Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. These last 3 countries participate in the EU’s internal market without being members of the European Union. The Single Market works…
American opening a business and moving to Norway
I am from the US and am hoping to open a business in Norway. It would be to buy and hold real estate as rentals. I would also like to move over there to be the employee. I’ve read the rules for Residence permits and cannot tell if I would be approved. If I am…
Doing business in Oslo
Oslo is Norway’s capital city and one of Europe’s most vibrant and diverse ones. The city itself has a relatively modest population with just over 700.000 inhabitants, the larger metropolitan area houses well over 2 million people. It is also home to a thriving business community that offers excellent opportunities for companies looking to make…
Made in Europe
As an entrepreneur, you know that to be successful you need to offer a quality product or service. But did you know that some of the best products in the world are made in Europe? From fashion to food, automobiles to automation, there are tons of high-quality goods coming out of countries like Italy, Sweden,…
Norway and the EU
Norway has been a part of the European Economic Area (EEA) since 1994, but they are not members of the European Union (EU). This means that they can trade with other EU countries and have some benefits, but they are not full members and cannot vote on things. Some people think that Norway will become…