Touring Fundamentals

Tax:

Foreign artists must pay 15% tax on the fee. It is the organizer who is obliged to report, deduct and pay the tax.

You can deduct the artist's expenses for travel, board / lodging and agent commission before calculating the tax.

The exception is American artists. They can earn up to $ 10,000 per year per person without taxing this. The organizer must still report.

 

Visa:

As to visas, this follows the general visa rules. The countries that have a visa requirement in general also have it in a concert context. Most people from countries outside the EU/EEA must apply for a visitor's visa. Check here if a visitor's visa is necessary: https://www.udi.no/en/want-to-apply/visit-and-holiday/ 



Normally, nationals of countries outside the EU/EEA must apply for a residence permit (work visa) for work purposes in Norway. But performers, artists, musicians and their support staff do not need a residence permit if they are to have concerts or performances in Norway for a total of maximum 14 days during a calendar year. 



https://www.udi.no/en/word-definitions/people-who-can-work-in-norway-for-14-days-without-a-residence-permit/