All About Remote Work in Norway
Learn about hiring employees in Norway for remote work and how Justworks EOR can make managing employees abroad easier.
Building a Remote Team in Norway
Remote work is permitted in Norway, and employers must comply with the same working time rules, health and safety obligations, and data protection requirements for on-site workers. Justworks helps you compliantly hire and manage remote employees in Norway without setting up a local entity.
Benefits of Hiring Remote Workers in Norway
Norway is a great country to build a remote team, largely due to an abundance of local talent and a well-established digital infrastructure.
Skilled and Educated Workforce
Norway has a highly skilled workforce, particularly in technology, engineering, energy, finance, and professional services. English is widely spoken in business environments, which enables smoother collaboration with international teams.
Remote Work Legality
When remote work is ongoing and home-based, a written agreement must outline working hours and other relevant conditions. The agreement should outline the scope of remote work, working hours, duration of employment, and provisions for equipment needed to perform the job. Employers remain responsible for compliance with working time and workplace regulations, even for remote workers.
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Norway has a strong digital infrastructure and high broadband penetration across urban and rural areas. Reliable internet connectivity supports remote and hybrid work models. Employers should still confirm that employees’ home setups meet connectivity and data security expectations.
Employee Rights for Remote Workers
Remote employees in Norway are protected under national employment laws and have the same rights and protections as office workers.
Ready to Hire Confidently in Norway?
Justworks makes building your global team seamless by helping you hire and onboard talent in Norway and beyond. Save yourself the time and hassle of international hiring today.
