February 24, 2025
This requirement applies to:
How Does the Registration Process Work?
Penalties for Non-Registration
Registration in Elvirksomhetsregisteret is mandatory for all companies performing electrical work in Norway. The registration process involves fulfilling specific formal requirements and is subject to strict oversight. Businesses must ensure their information is up to date to avoid hefty fines and legal issues.
If you are planning to establish an electrical company in Norway, it is essential to familiarize yourself with the procedures as soon as possible and utilize the available online registration tools.
Take advantage of our expert knowledge and years of experience. Contact us at office@novum.no.
Source: dsb.no
Who Needs to Register?
In Norway, any company performing work related to electrical installations must be registered in Elvirksomhetsregisteret, the electrical enterprises register maintained by DSB (Direktoratet for samfunnssikkerhet og beredskap – the Directorate for Civil Protection and Emergency Planning).
This requirement applies to:
- Companies designing, constructing, and maintaining electrical installations.
- Enterprises involved in the repair and maintenance of electrical equipment.
- Branches of foreign firms providing services in Norway.
How Does the Registration Process Work?
To be eligible for registration in Elvirksomhetsregisteret, a company must first:
- Register with Brønnøysundregistrene – obtaining a Norwegian tax identification number, commonly referred to as an organizational number (organisasjonsnummer). This obligation applies not only to Norwegian entities such as sole proprietorships (enkeltpersonforetak) or limited liability companies (aksjeselskap) but also to branches of foreign companies (norskregistrert utenlandsk foretak).
- Employ at least one certified electrician as a faglig ansvarlig (responsible professional) – It is essential to note that workers delegated from abroad must apply for recognition of their education and experience through DSB (more details on this in next week’s article).
- Log in via ID-porten to the Altinn system – Access to the registration system is granted only to the company owner or an authorized representative (e.g., an accountant).
Registration Status and Verification
Once the application is submitted, processing may take up to two weeks. During this period, DSB verifies compliance with Norwegian regulations. By logging into the system, businesses can check their registration status:
- "Til godkjenning" – The application is under review by DSB before obtaining an "Aktiv" status.
- "Aktiv" – Only companies with this status can legally provide electrical installation services.
- "Inaktiv" or "Opphørt" – Companies must contact DSB to resume operations.
- "Med dispensasjon" or "Midlertidig tjenesteyting" – The company automatically transitions to "Inaktiv" after the expiration of its registration validity.
Penalties for Non-Registration
Companies offering electrical services without valid registration in Elvirksomhetsregisteret may face fines of up to NOK 100,000. This penalty applies even if the company registers or corrects its information after the fine is imposed.
Conclusion
Registration in Elvirksomhetsregisteret is mandatory for all companies performing electrical work in Norway. The registration process involves fulfilling specific formal requirements and is subject to strict oversight. Businesses must ensure their information is up to date to avoid hefty fines and legal issues.
If you are planning to establish an electrical company in Norway, it is essential to familiarize yourself with the procedures as soon as possible and utilize the available online registration tools.
Take advantage of our expert knowledge and years of experience. Contact us at office@novum.no.
Source: dsb.no
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