Feriepenger is holiday pay in Norway. By law, your employer must set aside a portion of your gross earnings to pay you during your vacation period. The standard rate is 10.2% of the previous year's gross earnings.

When are feriepenger paid out?

Feriepenger are typically paid out in June, before the main summer holiday period. Some employers pay it alongside regular salary, while others pay it as a lump sum.

Why is the rate higher for workers over 60?

Workers over 60 are entitled to an extra week of holiday (6 weeks total instead of 5). To compensate, the feriepenger rate is 12.5% instead of 10.2%.

Are feriepenger taxable in Norway?

Yes, feriepenger are subject to income tax. However, in the month feriepenger are paid (usually June), no tax is deducted from the payment. Instead, the tax is spread across the other 11 months.

What if I have a collective agreement?

Many collective agreements (tariffavtale) provide an extra contractual holiday week, bringing the rate to 12% for workers under 60 and 14.3% for workers over 60. Check your employment contract.

What is the feriepenger percentage in Norway?

The standard feriepenger rate is 10.2 percent of your previous year's gross earnings. Workers aged 60 and above receive 12 percent due to their entitlement to an extra week of holiday.

When is feriepenger paid out in Norway?

Feriepenger is typically paid out in June, replacing your regular salary for that month. Some employers pay it in the last working month before the main holiday period.

Is feriepenger taxed differently?

Feriepenger is not subject to tax in the month it is paid out (June). However, the tax shortfall is distributed across the remaining months of the year through higher monthly deductions.

Do I get feriepenger if I leave my job?

Yes. When you leave a job, your employer must pay out any accumulated feriepenger. This is calculated on earnings from the previous year that have not yet been paid as holiday pay.

How many holiday days do Norwegian workers get?

All Norwegian employees are entitled to 25 working days (5 weeks) of paid holiday per year under Ferieloven. Workers aged 60 and above get an additional week (30 days total).

How much feriepenger do I get on NOK 600,000 salary?

At the standard 10.2% rate, feriepenger on NOK 600,000 is NOK 61,200. If your agreement uses 12% (extra holiday week), it would be NOK 72,000. Workers 60+ may have higher contractual rates.

Last updated: 28.03.2026

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Norway Feriepenger Calculator 2026 (Holiday Pay)

Calculate Norwegian holiday pay (feriepenger) from last year's gross earnings using standard 10.2% or age-adjusted rates under Ferieloven.

This calculator provides estimates based on the Norwegian Holiday Act (Ferieloven). It does not account for collective agreements that may provide higher rates. Consult your employer or a Norwegian tax advisor for advice specific to your situation.

Calculate Your FeriepengerUpdates instantly

Enter your gross earnings from last year. The standard rate is 10.2% (12.5% if over 60).

Example: NOK 550,000 gross earnings, under 60

kr 56 100estimated holiday pay (10.2% rate)

Enter your gross earnings above for a precise calculation.

Feriepenger Example Calculation

Quick example for a standard full-time employee:

Previous year's gross earnings: NOK 550,000
Standard feriepenger rate: 10.2%
Estimated feriepenger payout: NOK 56,100

If your workplace applies a collective agreement with a higher rate (for example 12%), the payout becomes NOK 66,000.