Welfare Waves: Brazil and Norway Ride New Social Security Tide

Image Source: Brazilian-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce

Brazil and Norway have initiated a new round of negotiations aimed at creating a bilateral social security agreement, with a view to broadening cooperation and safeguarding workers' rights that move between the two nations.

Brazilian and Norwegian officials meet between May 5 and 9, 2025, to negotiate a possible social security agreement. The recent updating of their network of tax treaties underscores the two countries' interest in more economic and social integration.

Negotiation Details

Meetings take place in Brazil between May 5–9, 2025, the second round of social security agreement negotiations.
The treaty would synchronize social security regimes and safeguard workers' rights migrating between Norway and Brazil.

Background and Recent News

In March 2025, Brazil and Norway signed into law a new Double Tax Treaty (DTT), updating their tax collaboration and resolving concerns such as double taxation and offshore business.
The DTT is particularly important for firms in energy, shipping, and technical services and serves precedents for subsequent social agreements.

Benefits Anticipated

Improved protection for expatriate workers, assuring social security contributions are respected in both nations.
Higher legal certainty and predictability for companies and individuals working across borders.
Improved economic and social cooperation, enhancing Brazil's integration into OECD standards.

Sources: Orbitax News Archive, Mattos Filho, Vieira Rezende, DPC