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Ky
Joined 2010
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9 years ago

10% Stanard tax Deduction - Skatt

9 years ago

Hi all,

I apologize in advance if this topic has already been seriously exhausted, however I am under a bit of a time crunch..

First off, I am Canadian. I have been granted my family immigration permit since 17.11.2011. However I did not begin working until Feb.2012.

I was wondering about the 10% tax deduction for the first 2 years in Norway.

I did receive it for my 2012 tax return, but am now being told I cannot claim this deduction for 2013 tax period, as I lived in Norway in 2011. Therefore this deduction only applied to tax year 2011 and 2012.

BUT, I wonder how this is possible, as I did not work in 2011 (aka:did not earn or pay taxes).

I was certain the 10% deduction was for the first 2 years of employment in Norway.. OR atleast the first 24 months lliving here (from the date of receiving my reseidence permit).

Does anyone have a similar story or advice?

Thanks in advance.

K-

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