2014 Income Tax Reform in Norway

Abstract

On 30 April 2015, the individual income tax declaration for 2014 is due in Norway. The present article is the only English language publication worldwide that enables the reader to calculate the income tax and tax on net worth of individuals for 2014 on the basis of the individual income tax reform 2014 in Norway, including rules impinging on cross-border relations. This is of particular importance today, as Norway - due to its rich natural resources - has become an important country both economically and in terms of immigration. Today the country has international connections based on economic relations and immigration. The present article provides a praxis oriented overview on the 2014 tax changes in Norway with special respect to the taxation of individuals, the taxation of corporations, the real estate tax and other. After that the resulting effects of the tax changes on the tax burden of individuals in 2014 are outlined and calculated.