Norway Film Cash Rebate

What Is Norway's Film Cash Rebate?

Norway offers a 25% cash rebate on qualifying production expenditure through the Norwegian Film Institute (NFI). The incentive is designed to attract international productions to Norway's dramatic landscapes, from fjords and Arctic wilderness to modern Scandinavian cities.

How Much Can You Receive?

The NFI Incentive provides a 25% cash rebate on eligible Norwegian expenditure for international film and television productions. The minimum qualifying spend is approximately NOK 2 million (~$180,000).

• Rebate rate: 25% of eligible Norwegian expenditure
• Minimum spend: NOK 2M (~$180K)
• Cap: Subject to annual NFI budget allocation
• Payment: Cash rebate after completion and audit

What Productions Are Eligible?

• Feature films (theatrical and streaming)
• Television drama series
• Documentaries with significant dramatic elements
• Animation projects
• Must contribute to Norwegian film culture or infrastructure development

How Do You Apply for Norway's Rebate?

Applications are submitted to the NFI before production begins in Norway. The NFI evaluates each project based on eligible expenditure, production plan, and contribution to Norwegian film infrastructure. Preliminary approval is granted before shooting, with final rebate payment made after an independent audit of qualifying costs.

Why Productions Choose Norway

Fjords and Arctic landscapes. Norway's fjords, northern lights, and Arctic terrain provide locations that cannot be replicated anywhere else.

Midnight sun. During summer months, 24-hour daylight in northern Norway allows extended shooting schedules.

Modern cities. Oslo, Bergen, and Tromso offer clean Scandinavian architecture and urban environments.

Experienced crews. Norwegian crews have extensive experience with challenging outdoor and cold-weather production.

Norway Film Cash Rebate: Key Facts

• Rebate rate: 25% cash rebate
• Minimum spend: NOK 2M (~$180K)
• Cap: Subject to annual NFI budget
• Credit type: Cash rebate
• Film office: Norwegian Film Institute
• Official resource: NFI Incentives