Choosing the right VAT (MVA) code

Every product needs a VAT (MVA) code so the correct Norwegian tax is charged and reported. You set this in the VAT Code field on the product's Generally tab.

See the available codes

1. Go to Products → Products.
2. Click Show VAT Info at the top of the page.
3. A reference panel opens listing each code, its rate and examples. Click Hide VAT Info to close it.

The codes

Code	Rate	Typical use
MVA25	25%	Standard rate — most goods, restaurant dine-in, alcohol, electronics, clothing
MVA15	15%	Food sold as goods — takeaway food, groceries
MVA12	12%	Passenger transport, accommodation and culture — taxi, bus, hotel, cinema
MVA0	0%	Zero-rated — exports, international transport, newspapers
UNNTAK	0%	Exempt — health care, financial and education services

Set it on a product

1. Open the product and go to the Generally tab.
2. In Pricing & Tax, choose the right value under VAT Code.
3. Click Update Product.

Good to know: If the product has Food Service turned on, you do not pick a code manually — dine-in is taxed at 25% and takeaway at 15% automatically.

Tip: When unsure between MVA25 and MVA15, ask whether the item is eaten on the premises (25%) or sold to take away (15%).