Norway has maintained a wealth tax on its affluent citizens for over 130 years, a policy largely supported by the majority of its population, raising questions about its effectiveness in wealth redistribution. This system has prompted some wealthy individuals, like prominent Norwegian entrepreneur Kjell Inge Røkke, to relocate. Røkke moved to Switzerland in 2022, citing the country's scenic beauty and central European location rather than its tax advantages, highlighting a trend of wealthy individuals seeking alternative domiciles. The article explores the implications of this long-standing tax policy and its impact on both state revenue and the emigration of the wealthy.