Our goal is to secure safe and fair working conditions and wages for all workers. As a member of NTL, you join the fight for workplace justice alongside more than 57,000 colleagues.
NTL is a trade union with over 57,000 members — primarily in the state sector and other public enterprises — open to all employees, regardless of educational background or position. We also offer special membership discounts for students at university colleges and universities.
NTL Ung is the youth wing of NTL for members under 35. We provide students and young employees with a platform for activism, participation, education, and networking. Our activities include:
Our office is located in Oslo, co-located with NTL. If you would like us to visit your workplace with more information, please email us at ung@ntl.no.
Leader: John Magne P. Tangen, NTL Sentralforvaltningen
Email: jmt@ntl.no
Phone: +47 95 10 49 70
We envision a society that is safe and fair for everyone. NTL actively contributes to the development and renewal of the welfare state, combats climate change, and addresses international social issues. Learn more about our political positions in our platform.
NTL is dedicated to quality-driven improvements in public administration and state enterprises. Our work focuses on:
NTL’s core stance is that pay should be negotiated collectively—with strike action as the ultimate tool for conflict resolution. We argue for nationwide negotiations in the state sector to ensure fair wages for all, rather than localized agreements that may favor certain groups over others.
There are 3000 NTL trade union representatives at workplaces throughout Norway. Our union reps are well trained and skilled in supporting our members. Don’t hesitate to get in touch if needed.
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Join NTL today and start enjoying the benefits of collective bargaining, career support, and legal assistance. Sign up now to protect your rights!
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The NTL membership fee is 1.1% of your income, typically deducted directly from your salary.
As part of your membership, you are required to pay a premium for the mandatory LOfavør home contents insurance. Additionally, you can choose to purchase optional insurance coverage, including LOfavør travel insurance and legal insurance for complete coverage. Check insurance premium costs here.
Union membership fees are tax-deductible. The current deduction limit is 8,000 NOK.
As a student, you pay only 250 NOK for the entire duration of your studies (up to a maximum of 5 years). This fee includes the mandatory home contents insurance and the optional legal insurance at no extra cost. To qualify for this special fee, your income must not exceed the income limits set by the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund.