https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Norway in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed Starting Friday, May 15th, Netflix will increase its subscription prices in Norway by about 20 percent. https://www.thelocal.no/20260514/netflix-raises-prices-in-norway Thu, 14 May 2026 10:51:12 +0200 netflix-raises-prices-in-norway After Norges Bank raised the key interest rate to 4.25 percent on Thursday, May 7th (the first increase since 2023), Norway’s commercial banks followed suit. https://www.thelocal.no/20260512/which-norwegian-banks-are-raising-interest-rates-2 Tue, 12 May 2026 15:42:48 +0200 which-norwegian-banks-are-raising-interest-rates-2 In Norway, self-employed people must manage their finances, pay taxes, and comply with various regulations. One crucial decision you'll face is hiring an accountant or handling your financial affairs independently. https://www.thelocal.no/20231020/do-you-need-an-accountant-in-norway-if-you-are-self-employed Fri, 20 Oct 2023 14:56:06 +0200 do-you-need-an-accountant-in-norway-if-you-are-self-employed Filling up your car in Norway is becoming increasingly expensive. With petrol prices rising, many drivers are wondering whether there’s any way to pay less. https://www.thelocal.no/20211027/how-and-where-to-get-the-cheapest-fuel-in-norway Wed, 27 Oct 2021 16:32:08 +0200 how-and-where-to-get-the-cheapest-fuel-in-norway If you are looking to save some money in Norway, The Local has prepared a short guide on how to buy second-hand. https://www.thelocal.no/20230109/getting-thrifty-how-to-buy-second-hand-and-save-money-in-norway Mon, 09 Jan 2023 11:34:58 +0100 getting-thrifty-how-to-buy-second-hand-and-save-money-in-norway With petrol and diesel prices fluctuating and reaching up to 27 kroner per litre, the gap between running a fossil-fuel vehicle and an electric car in Norway has widened. https://www.thelocal.no/20260319/fuel-prices-how-much-money-will-you-save-with-an-electric-car-in-norway Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:11:26 +0100 fuel-prices-how-much-money-will-you-save-with-an-electric-car-in-norway Generally speaking, you must check and submit your tax return in Norway by April 30th this year. But what happens if you don't make the deadline? https://www.thelocal.no/20230502/what-to-do-if-you-cant-meet-norways-tax-return-deadline Tue, 02 May 2023 15:33:16 +0200 what-to-do-if-you-cant-meet-norways-tax-return-deadline Norway's tax authority sends out tax returns to residents in March. Once yours arrives, there are several things you need to do before the deadline. https://www.thelocal.no/20230314/five-things-to-do-once-you-get-your-tax-return-notice-in-norway Tue, 14 Mar 2023 12:26:37 +0100 five-things-to-do-once-you-get-your-tax-return-notice-in-norway More and more people in Norway are looking for alternative sources of income. But before you take on more work, it's important to understand the tax rules and cultural dynamics at play. https://www.thelocal.no/20240415/what-you-need-to-know-about-having-a-side-hustle-or-second-job-in-norway Mon, 15 Apr 2024 12:43:27 +0200 what-you-need-to-know-about-having-a-side-hustle-or-second-job-in-norway Norway is a great country to live and work in, and many point to the high salaries as a major pull factor. Here’s what you need to know about the wages in Norway. https://www.thelocal.no/20240419/five-things-to-know-about-wages-in-norway Fri, 19 Apr 2024 15:04:05 +0200 five-things-to-know-about-wages-in-norway For many international residents in Norway, buying a home is the final step to truly settling in. But when is the right time? Here’s what experts predict for 2026. https://www.thelocal.no/20251219/where-in-norway-are-property-prices-set-to-jump-the-most-in-2026 Fri, 19 Dec 2025 14:45:38 +0100 where-in-norway-are-property-prices-set-to-jump-the-most-in-2026 Norway’s tax administration sends out tax deduction cards to millions of residents every year. Here are the most important things you need to know. https://www.thelocal.no/20231215/the-key-things-you-need-to-know-norways-tax-deduction-cards Fri, 15 Dec 2023 12:47:12 +0100 the-key-things-you-need-to-know-norways-tax-deduction-cards The digital nomad lifestyle has taken off across Europe. If you're considering moving to Norway as a foreigner with the intention of carrying out remote work and you want to find out more about the relevant rules – we've got you covered. https://www.thelocal.no/20221128/digital-nomads-who-can-work-remotely-in-norway Mon, 28 Nov 2022 17:03:24 +0100 digital-nomads-who-can-work-remotely-in-norway With just days left until the final vote, Norway’s government is scrambling to secure a majority for the 2026 state budget after negotiations with key allies collapsed over the weekend. https://www.thelocal.no/20251201/explainer-what-is-going-on-with-norways-2026-budget-negotiations Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:42:12 +0100 explainer-what-is-going-on-with-norways-2026-budget-negotiations When purchasing or listing a home in Norway, you can take out insurance on the transaction. So, what do policies offer, are they required, and should you consider one? https://www.thelocal.no/20240409/how-does-home-buyer-and-seller-insurance-in-norway-work Tue, 09 Apr 2024 14:40:21 +0200 how-does-home-buyer-and-seller-insurance-in-norway-work If you are sick of roaming charges or forking out for international calls and are ready to take the plunge and get a Norwegian number, there are a few things to know first. https://www.thelocal.no/20220121/how-to-switch-to-a-norwegian-phone-number Fri, 21 Jan 2022 16:54:43 +0100 how-to-switch-to-a-norwegian-phone-number People who live in Norway are often targeted by fraudsters and criminal organisations trying to extract money or sensitive information. Here's what you need to do if you fall victim to a scam. https://www.thelocal.no/20230130/what-you-should-do-if-you-are-the-victim-of-fraud-in-norway Mon, 30 Jan 2023 13:59:37 +0100 what-you-should-do-if-you-are-the-victim-of-fraud-in-norway Norway has a streamlined 'Pay As You Earn' tax system for new arrivals in the country. Here's how the scheme works and how much you will be expected to pay. https://www.thelocal.no/20240402/what-foreigners-need-to-know-about-norways-paye-tax-system Tue, 02 Apr 2024 14:48:44 +0200 what-foreigners-need-to-know-about-norways-paye-tax-system Welcoming a newborn into the family brings great joy but can also come with significant expenses. However, savvy parents in Norway can minimise these costs by utilising various money-saving strategies. https://www.thelocal.no/20240416/four-tips-to-help-the-parents-of-newborns-in-norway-save-money-on-essentials Tue, 16 Apr 2024 14:37:46 +0200 four-tips-to-help-the-parents-of-newborns-in-norway-save-money-on-essentials Failing to pay a bill in Norway can lead to a series of consequences, although these are generally designed to help you rather than punish people straight away. https://www.thelocal.no/20230926/what-happens-if-you-dont-pay-a-bill-in-norway Tue, 26 Sep 2023 19:07:45 +0200 what-happens-if-you-dont-pay-a-bill-in-norway