Work in Norway for a company in Austria

Can I live in Norway and work remotely for a company in Austria?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:

  1. Do you have a residence permit in Norway?
  2. Do you have a residence permit in Austria?
  3. Are you legally allowed to work in Norway?
  4. Are you legally allowed to work in Austria?
  5. Is the company in Austria registered in Austria?

How to find remote work in Austria while living in Norway?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Austria even though you are located in Norway. For that we will explain the process in this article.

You can find jobs for remote work in Austria from Norway in many different ways. You can apply directly to companies, you can work as freelancer or you can find job boards which are specially created for remote work.

How to get paid in Norway when working remotely for a corporation in Austria?

You can get paid in Norway even if you are working for a company in Austria, however , you will need to make sure you are working in the European Union.

In the EU, you are considered a “worker” and not a “self-employed”, and you will therefore be entitled to the same rights as a worker. You will be entitled to social security, sick leave, holiday pay and the right to unionise.
If you are working for a company in Austria, you will need to make sure you are working in the European Union. You can do this by checking if your company is registered in the EU, or if you are working in the EU.
If you are working in the EU, you can get paid in Norway.

How do taxes work in Norway if I’m working remotely for a company Norway?

When working remotely in Norway for a firm based in Austria, taxes might be tricky, therefore we have prepared a brief guide to help you out.

What is the tax situation in Norway if I work remotely?
The Norwegian tax system is based on a progressive tax system, meaning that the more you earn, the more you pay. The tax rate is set at a flat rate of 27%, which means that you will pay the same amount of tax regardless of how much you earn.
You can choose to work from home, and if you do so, you will not pay any tax. However, you will have to pay a flat rate of 27% for all income earned.

How much tax do I pay?
The tax rate in Norway is 27%, meaning that you will pay the same amount of tax regardless of how much you earn.
If you work for a company based in Norway, you will have to pay the same amount of tax as the company.
If you work for a company based in another country, you will have to pay the same amount of tax as the company.