How are dagpenger calculated in Norway?

Dagpenger are calculated as 62.4% of your dagpengegrunnlag (income base). The base is your average income from the last 12 months, or the average of the last 36 months, whichever is higher. Income above 6G (6 × grunnbeløpet) is not included.

What is the minimum income to qualify for dagpenger?

You must have earned at least 1.5G (about NOK 186,042) in the last 12 months, or 3G over the last 36 months. You must also be registered as a job seeker with NAV and be available for work.

How long can I receive dagpenger?

If your income was at least 2G, you can receive dagpenger for up to 104 weeks (2 years). If your income was between 1.5G and 2G, the maximum period is 52 weeks (1 year).

Are dagpenger taxable?

Yes, dagpenger are taxable income. Tax is deducted at source based on your tax card. However, the tax rate applied is typically lower than on regular employment income.

Do I need to be a Norwegian citizen?

No, but you must be a resident of Norway and registered with NAV. EEA citizens with work history in Norway can also qualify. International agreements may allow you to combine insurance periods from other countries.

What is grunnbeløpet (G)?

Grunnbeløpet (G) is the base amount used in Norwegian social security calculations. It's adjusted annually by the Storting (parliament). As of May 2024, 1G = NOK 124,028.

What are the income requirements for dagpenger?

You must have earned at least 1.5G (grunnbeloep) in the last 12 months, or 3G over the last 36 months. The grunnbeloep is adjusted annually by NAV.

How much dagpenger will I receive?

Dagpenger is calculated as 62.4 percent of your daily income basis (dagpengegrunnlag). Income above 6G is not included in the calculation.

How long can I receive dagpenger?

If your previous income was at least 2G, you can receive dagpenger for up to 104 weeks (2 years). If income was between 1.5G and 2G, the maximum period is 52 weeks (1 year).

Do I need to be registered with NAV?

Yes. You must register as a job seeker with NAV and actively search for employment. You must also send a meldekort (reporting card) every 14 days to confirm your status.

How much dagpenger do I get per month?

A rough estimate starts from 62.4% of your eligible annual income base (capped at 6G), divided to a daily rate and then converted to monthly payouts. Your final amount depends on NAV's approved income base and reporting status.

Last updated: 28.03.2026

Norway · NAV Dagpenger

Norway Dagpenger Calculator 2026 (NAV Unemployment Benefits)

Calculate Norwegian unemployment benefits (dagpenger) using NAV rules: income thresholds, 62.4% rate, and estimated monthly payout.

This calculator provides estimates based on the standard dagpenger formula. Actual benefits depend on your individual circumstances as assessed by NAV. This is not legal or financial advice.

Calculate Your DagpengerUpdates instantly

Enter your annual income to estimate your Norwegian unemployment benefits. 1G = NOK 124,028.

Example: NOK 600,000 annual income

31,205 NOK/moestimated monthly benefit

1,440 NOK daily rateUp to 104 weeks

Enter your income above for a precise calculation.

Dagpenger Example Calculation (Norway)

Example planning scenario:

Eligible annual income basis: NOK 500,000
Dagpenger rate: 62.4%
Estimated annual benefit: NOK 312,000

Converted to monthly planning terms, this is roughly NOK 26,000 per month before tax. Actual payout frequency and deductions follow NAV procedures and your meldekort submissions.