Create a professional invoice for Norway in NOK, with VAT calculated at 25%. Below you’ll find what an invoice in Norway must include, current rates and local rules — plus a free generator already set up for Norway.
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| Currency | Norwegian Krone (NOK, kr) |
|---|---|
| Consumption tax | VAT |
| Local name | Merverdiavgift (MVA) |
| Standard rate | 25% |
| Reduced rates | 15%, 12% |
| Date format | DD.MM.YYYY (e.g. 28.10.2026) |
| Keep invoices for | 5 years |
| Registration / small-business threshold | NOK 50,000 taxable turnover in 12 months |
Make sure every invoice you issue in Norway includes:
This is what a typical invoice looks like with NOK amounts and MVA applied. Create your own in the generator — your data never leaves your browser.
| Description | Qty | Unit price | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consulting services (hours) | 10 | 850,00 kr | 8 500,00 kr |
| Website design | 1 | 12 000,00 kr | 12 000,00 kr |
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The standard VAT rate in Norway is 25%. Reduced rates of 15%, 12% apply to certain goods and services.
Generally yes, once you are registered for VAT. Businesses below the registration or small-business threshold (NOK 50,000 taxable turnover in 12 months) usually do not charge VAT — in that case don’t show it on the invoice and, where required, state the exemption.
Invoices in Norway are normally issued in Norwegian Krone (NOK). You can usually invoice in a foreign currency, but many tax authorities require the tax amount to also be stated in the local currency.
Keep copies of all issued and received invoices for at least 5 years.
Key elements include: Invoice number from a continuous series and invoice date; Seller’s name, address and organisation number followed by “MVA” if VAT-registered; Buyer’s name and address (and organisation number for business buyers); Date and place of delivery; Type and quantity of goods or services.
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Create an invoice for Norway — free⚠️ General information, not tax or legal advice. Rules change and may depend on your situation — confirm with a local tax adviser or the tax authority. Last reviewed October 2026.
