🇳🇴 Leave and Benefits in
Norway
Statutory leave entitlements and mandatory benefits for employers in Norway — annual leave, sick leave, maternity, paternity and public holidays.
Leave Entitlements at a Glance — Norway
Annual Leave
25 days
Sick Leave
—
Maternity Leave
49 weeks
Paternity Leave
2 weeks
Public Holidays
12 days
13th Month Pay
Not required
Statutory Leave Types
| Leave Type | Entitlement | Paid | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| annual | 25 days | Yes | 100% pay |
| sick | 52 days | Yes | 100% pay |
| maternity | 49 days | Yes | 100% pay |
| paternity | 15 days | Yes | 100% pay |
| parental | 49 days | Yes | 100% pay |
| bereavement | 3 days | Yes | 100% pay |
Public Holidays — Norway 2026
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | 1 Jan 2026 |
| Maundy Thursday | 2 Apr 2026 |
| Good Friday | 3 Apr 2026 |
| Easter Sunday | 5 Apr 2026 |
| Easter Monday | 6 Apr 2026 |
| Labour Day | 1 May 2026 |
| Ascension Day | 14 May 2026 |
| Constitution Day | 17 May 2026 |
| Whit Sunday | 24 May 2026 |
| Whit Monday | 25 May 2026 |
| Christmas Day | 25 Dec 2026 |
| Boxing Day | 26 Dec 2026 |
Mandatory Employer Benefits — Norway
Legally required employer contributions and benefits under Norway law.
| Benefit | Type | Employer Cost | Frequency | Tax Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Holiday Pay (Feriepenger) Employer must pay holiday pay of 10.2% of previous year wages (25 days entitlement). Rate is 12.5% for employees aged 60 and over who receive an extra week of holiday. | Leave | 10.2% | annual | Taxable |
National Insurance (Arbeidsgiveravgift) Employer National Insurance is 14.1% of gross salary for the general zone (Zone I). Reduced rates apply in regional zones II-V to support rural employment. No ceiling. | Cash | 14.1% | monthly | Exempt |
Occupational Pension (OTP) Minimum mandatory occupational pension of 2% of salary between 1G and 12G (G = NOK 124,028 in 2024). Most employers contribute significantly more via collective agreements. | Cash | 2% | monthly | Exempt |
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This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Leave entitlements in Norway are subject to change. Always consult a qualified local employment lawyer.
About This Guide
- \u2713 Sourced from official government publications
- \u2713 Updated monthly — always current rules
- \u2713 For guidance only — not legal advice
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