Skilled Worker with Employer in Norway — requirements, costs & how to apply

Who is eligible

Costs

Duration & renewal

Initial stay: 24 months.

Documents

• Must have vocational training (3+ years at upper secondary) OR university degree OR special qualifications (6+ years work experience)
• Must have a concrete job offer from one specific employer in Norway
• Job must normally be full-time (or at least 80% position)
• Job must require qualifications as a skilled worker
• Pay and working conditions not poorer than is normal in Norway
• If occupation requires recognition/authorisation, must hold it (e.g., Norwegian Directorate of Health)
• If through staffing agency, must present assignment list confirmed by businesses; agency must be registered with Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority
• Must pay application fee

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities.

How to apply

1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.udi.no/en/want-to-apply/work-immigration/skilled-workers/.