Reduced withholding tax on share dividends for foreign shareholders
Generally, Norwegian companies deduct 25 percent withholding tax on share dividends. As a foreign shareholder, you may be entitled to a lower withholding tax rate for dividend you receive or a refund if you’ve already paid too much withholding tax.
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This page concerns foreign shareholders and possible ways to obtain a lower withholding tax rate than 25 percent on dividends from Norwegian companies, and refunds of too much paid withholding tax on already received dividends. The guide provides general information about the possible legal bases, applicable documentation requirements, and what you must do to obtain a reduced withholding tax deduction and/or refund. The guide is not a binding response from us.
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