Work in Norway for a company based in Turkey

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

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

  1. The company you want to work for is registered in Turkey, not Norway.
  2. You are a Norwegian citizen or a resident of Norway.
  3. The company has a legal address in Turkey, not in Norway.
  4. You have a valid work permit in Norway.

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

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Turkey even though you are located in Norway. For that we need to learn a few things about the Turkish working culture.

If you are looking for remote work in Turkey, you should be aware of some important aspects about this country.
Turkish working culture
The working culture in Turkey is different than the working culture in Norway.
In Turkey, the work culture is more relaxed than in Norway.
The working hours in Turkey are longer than in Norway.
The Turkish working culture is more relaxed than in Norway.
The working culture in Turkey is different than in Norway.
In Norway, we work from 9 to 5.
In Turkey, we work from 9 to 12.
In Norway, we have to work during the weekend.
In Turkey, it is not necessary to work during the weekend.
In Turkey, the working culture is more relaxed than in Norway.

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

You can get paid in Norway even if you are working for a company in Turkey, however , you will need to work for the company in Norway for a certain amount of time.

If you are working for a company in Norway and you are based in Turkey, you will need to work for the company in Norway for a minimum of six months.
You will need to work for the company in Norway for a minimum of six months.

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 Turkey, taxes might be tricky, therefore I would like to know how it works.

Do I need to pay tax for working remotely for a company Norway?

Norway is a Nordic country. In Norway, everyone who is working is taxed. If you are working for a company in Norway, you are taxed by the company. If you are working for a firm based in Norway and you are working remotely, you are taxed by the Norwegian government.
The answer is no, you don’t need to pay tax. It is up to the company you work for to decide if they will pay tax on your salary. You are still considered to be employed by the company you are working for, so you are still taxed.
In Norway, you are not taxed on your salary. You are only taxed on your income. You are not taxed on your salary, but you are taxed on your income.