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Norway is a popular destination for skilled professionals due to its strong economy, high standard of living, and excellent work-life balance. If you are a non-EU/EEA citizen looking to work in Norway, obtaining a work permit is an essential step.
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Norway offers several types of work permits based on different employment categories:
For professionals with relevant education or work experience in a qualified profession.
For temporary jobs in agriculture, tourism, and fisheries.
Benefits
To obtain a work permit in Norway, applicants must meet several general requirements. They need a valid job offer from a Norwegian employer, meet the salary and working conditions set by Norwegian authorities, and possess relevant qualifications and experience. Additionally, they must submit biometric data and hold a valid passport.
The application process begins with securing a job offer and obtaining an employment contract from a Norwegian employer. Applicants must then submit their work permit application online through the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI) and pay the required processing fee. Biometric data must be provided at a Norwegian embassy or consulate. The final step is awaiting approval, with processing times typically ranging from one to three months.
Eligible individuals can apply for permanent residency after a certain period of employment.
Access to Norway’s well-developed social security and healthcare system.
Norway offers attractive wages and robust employee protections.
For young people looking to live with a Norwegian family while learning about the culture.
For individuals undergoing training or apprenticeship in Norway.
For researchers with a valid job offer from a Norwegian institution.
For individuals who want to run their own business in Norway.
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