The Norwegian Tax Administration, known as Skatteetaten, is currently in the process of sending out tax returns for the year 2025. In this context, Ragna Fossen, the head of security and preparedness at the Tax Administration, has issued a warning to the public regarding potential scams. She emphasizes that Skatteetaten never sends unsolicited links via email or SMS and that any such messages urging recipients to click links for payments, refunds, or tax information are fraudulent.

Fossen encourages individuals who receive suspicious messages that appear to be from the tax authority to exercise caution and recommends that they directly visit the official Skatteetaten website to log in and manage their tax information securely. This proactive measure is aimed at safeguarding taxpayers from falling victim to fraud. Further, if anyone suspects that they have been scammed, advice can be found on swindel.no, a resource dedicated to combating fraud in Norway.

This warning comes at a critical time as tax season opens in Norway, where individuals are preparing their submissions. The rise of digital communication has unfortunately led to an increase in phishing attempts and scams, thus making tax authorities vigilant about protecting their citizens' personal and financial information. The guidance provided by the Tax Administration serves as a reminder for the importance of cybersecurity and the need for individuals to stay informed about online threats during this period.