Forretningsadresse

Forretningsadresse is a Scandinavian term meaning the official business address of a company or self-employed person. It identifies the location used for registration, correspondence, tax purposes and public records, and may be distinct from a mailing address or operational premises.

Legal and administrative aspects vary by country and business form. Many jurisdictions require companies to register a forretningsadresse with a central business registry or tax authority; this address is used for service of process, official notifications and inspection by regulators. Requirements may specify a physical street address within the country, while others allow use of a registered agent or virtual office service.

Practical uses include receiving official mail, listing on websites and invoices, and establishing jurisdiction for taxation or licensing. Using a residential address can raise privacy concerns, so startups and small firms often use coworking spaces, business centers or postal forwarding services that provide a professional address.

Changes to a forretningsadresse typically must be reported to relevant registers within prescribed time limits to avoid fines or administrative problems. Businesses should check local rules on acceptable address types, documentation, and implications for taxes, licensing and inspections. The term and specific rules differ by Scandinavian country and by legal category of the enterprise.