Norway 🇳🇴

Norway offers a 25% cash rebate to attract international film and television productions. Below is a detailed breakdown of the incentives:

1. Norway Filming Incentives - Cash Rebate Program

Cash Rebate:

Norway provides a 25% reimbursement on qualifying production expenditures incurred within the country.

2. Film Incentives Breakdown

Rebate Percentage:

• 25% of eligible expenses.

Eligible Productions:

• Feature films.
• Television series.
• Documentaries.
• Animation projects.

Minimum Expenditure Requirements:

• Minimum spend in Norway of NOK 4 million (approximately $465,000 USD).
• Minimum total production budget of:
  • NOK 25 million (approximately $2.6 million USD) for feature films.
  • NOK 10 million (approximately $1 million USD) per episode for television drama series.
  • NOK 10 million for feature documentaries.
  • NOK 5 million per episode for documentary series.

Rebate Cap:

• No specific cap per project is mentioned; however, the total annual fund is limited, and projects are ranked based on specific criteria.

3. Filming Incentives Terms and Conditions

Cultural Test:

• Projects must pass a cultural test assessing elements related to Norwegian or European culture, history, and society.

Application Timing:

• Applications must be submitted before the start of production, and all applicable costs are valid from the receipt of the application.

Ranking Criteria:

• If the total reimbursements applied for exceed the available funds, projects are ranked based on:
  • Total world budget.
  • Spend in Norway.
  • International distribution.
  • Percentage of private financing (excluding incentives and public funds).
  • Percentage of non-Norwegian financing.

4. Governing Body for the Incentive

Norwegian Film Institute (NFI):

• Administers the cash rebate program, overseeing applications, evaluations, and disbursements.

5. Filming Incentive Application Process

1. Application Submission:

• Submit a complete application to the Norwegian Film Institute before commencing production in Norway.
• Include necessary documentation such as:
  • The script.
  • Production schedule.
  • Financing plan.
  • Cultural test.

2. Evaluation:

• The Norwegian Film Institute evaluates applications based on eligibility criteria and the cultural test.

3. Approval and Contract:

• Upon approval, enter into a contract with the Norwegian Film Institute outlining the terms of the rebate.

4. Production and Expenditure Tracking:

• Proceed with production, ensuring all eligible expenditures are properly documented and comply with the program’s requirements.

5. Rebate Claim:

• After production, submit the necessary documentation to claim the rebate.
• The Norwegian Film Institute processes the claim and disburses the funds accordingly.

For detailed guidelines and application forms, consult the official Norwegian Film Institute website or contact them directly for assistance.