Visa program for qualified professionals seeking work opportunities in Norway.
MOBILITY ASSSET SNAPSHOT
Bring your expertise to Norway's prosperous economy with its strong welfare system and work-life balance
Overview
A three-year visa for skilled workers to live and work in Norway's high-standard environment
Eligibility Requirements
Specialized skills and a job offer from a recognized sponsor in Norway
Anchor Ancestor restrictions
Months to citizenship
Length of Visa
3 year visa
Months to Visa
4 months
Physical Presence Requirement
Must live in the country for at least 183 per year
Availability
Online application available
Family Allowance
Spouse and children
Overview
Apply through Norwegian Directorate of Immigration + Submit documents at Norwegian embassy
Questions?
Find answers to common questions about GlobalPassport™ and our services.
What qualifications are required?
Is a job offer necessary?
How long does processing take?
Do I need to learn Norwegian?
Can I bring my family?
benefits
Access to comprehensive social welfare system including universal healthcare
Clear path to permanent residence after 3 years with opportunity for citizenship
High quality of life with strong work-life balance
Online Submission Allowed
Fast Processing Time
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Path to Permanent Residency after 3 years living in the country
Visa-Free Travel Countries
157
Passport Validity
10 years
Overview
Questions?
Find answers to common questions about GlobalPassport™ and our services.
What qualifications are required?
Is a job offer necessary?
How long does processing take?
Do I need to learn Norwegian?
Can I bring my family?
REQUIREMENTS
Check if you qualify based on your family history
Not applicable
Personal documents+Proof of employment or Job Offer+Academic background+Professional background
Not applicable
Criminal Record: A clean criminal record is required
REQUIREMENTS
PROCESS
Initial Assessment
• Verify qualification requirements
• Check salary thresholds
• Review work experience criteria
Employer Sponsorship
• Secure qualifying job offer
• Obtain employer sponsorship
• Complete labor market test (if required)
Documentation
• Gather qualification certificates
• Prepare employment contract
• Complete skills assessment
• Obtain professional registrations
Application
• Submit visa application
• Complete health checks
• Provide biometrics
Relocation
• Receive work visa approval
• Register with authorities
• Complete workplace onboarding
PROCESS
DOCUMENTS
Passport (and copy)+Two recent passport-size photos
Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)
Proof of accommodation in Norway
Clean Criminal Record certificate is required for the applicant
Applicant must prove to have sufficient financial support to support the entire stay in the country
DOCUMENTS
Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences
Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization
Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services
Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees
Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing
Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing
Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates
Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)
Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests
Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees
Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services
Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services
Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates
Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees
Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees
Rankings
59
Overall Rank
Cost
Based on application fee
Residency Requirements
Based on residency requirements
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Residency Privileges Length
Based on programs’s term
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Processing Speed
Based on estimated processing time
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Eligibility Requirements
Based on entry requirements
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Program Stability
Based on years of activity
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Time to Permanent Residency
Based on permanent residency timeline
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Rankings
Safety
28
Cost of Living
6
Quality of Life
2
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Healthcare Quality
5
Internet Speed
38
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Human Freedom
10
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