- The regulation provides VAT compensation for voluntary organizations to promote voluntary activity by offsetting VAT costs on goods and services.
- Only organizations registered in the Voluntary Register, such as democratic non-profit associations, faith and belief organizations, and foundations, are eligible.
- Certain organizations, including trade unions, professional associations, study associations, housing cooperatives, political parties (except youth wings), and the Church of Norway, are excluded from the scheme.
- The regulation defines key terms and structures for applicants, including central, regional, and local branches, as well as application models for compensation.
- The regulation takes effect on January 1, 2026, and replaces the previous regulation from 2018.
Source: lovdata.no
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