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    Reviewed by LemReveal Research TeamContent reviewed June 2026Primary source: Brønnøysundregistrene

    How do I check whether a company is still active in Norway?

    Identify the exact company in Brønnøysundregistrene, then record its status, source and retrieval date. Active registration does not prove current trading or financial health. Liquidation is not the same as dissolution; interpret each status using the official register's terminology.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Find the company

      Search by name or registration number to open the correct record.

    2. 2

      Read the status field

      Preserve the exact status wording and its effective date where supplied. Consult the official explanation; a non-active label is not by itself a fraud verdict or a complete legal opinion.

    3. 3

      Check the available filing dates

      Distinguish the document date, status effective date and retrieval date. Filing schedules vary by entity and jurisdiction, so a gap is a question to investigate rather than proof of non-compliance.

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      Confirm at the source

      Status changes propagate from Brønnøysundregistrene at https://www.brreg.no. For a decision with money attached, confirm there.

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    Norway: choosing and checking the right record

    Choose the correct source
    Start with Brønnøysundregistrene and the organisation number. Distinguish the Central Coordinating Register for Legal Entities from the Register of Business Enterprises; registration in one does not make every service or document interchangeable.
    Confirm the entity
    Compare the nine-digit organisation number and legal name. A sub-entity or establishment can have a different number from its parent. Check which record is the contracting entity and keep VAT-registration information separate.

    Check current access and document options on the official Brønnøysundregistrene site. For search limitations and missing-result guidance, see the Norway registry guide.

    Frequently asked questions

    How do I know if a Norway company is still trading?

    The register's status field is the authoritative answer. An active/registered status on Brønnøysundregistrene means the entity is currently on the register. It does not by itself prove the business is operating, so also check the most recent filing date.

    What does "dissolved" or "struck off" mean?

    These labels generally indicate a registration has ended or been removed. Check the source's explanation and any subsequent reinstatement or successor filings. Contract validity and legal consequences require separate advice; they cannot be decided from this field alone.

    Is checking company status in Norway free?

    LemReveal's basic lookup is free. Check Brønnøysundregistrene's current access terms for status information or official documents; fees and account requirements vary.

    What is an AS?

    AS (Aksjeselskap) is the Norwegian private limited company, similar to a Ltd. It requires NOK 30,000 minimum share capital. AS is the most common entity for Norwegian businesses with limited liability.

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    Is the Norway company register free to search?

    Yes. Basic company lookups on the Brønnøysundregistrene are free — you can search by company name or registration number, view legal status, registered address and (usually) directors at no cost. Some jurisdictions charge a small fee only for downloading full filed documents.

    What is the official Norway business registry?

    The Brønnøysundregistrene is the official public register of companies incorporated in Norway. It is operated by the government and is the primary source cited on this page — https://www.brreg.no.

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