Norway•Europe8 months
NOK kr 6,300
Varies by filing options
1 year
Not renewable
Renewal
Not renewable
Family
No dependents
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
One-year residence permit for skilled workers to search for employment in Norway while maintaining NOK 341,373 in personal savings.
The residence permit for job seekers in Norway allows highly qualified professionals to search for skilled employment without a pre-arranged offer. Applicants must have previously held a Norwegian residence permit (as a student, researcher, or worker) and demonstrate NOK 341,373 in financial means. The permit lasts up to one year, during which applicants may work full-time or part-time.
The permit is non-renewable and application processing takes up to 8 months. Required qualifications include vocational training of three years or a university degree. The application fee is NOK 6,300. Upon expiration, applicants must leave Norway unless they secure employment through a skilled worker conversion path.
This visa is ideal for skilled professionals in engineering, healthcare, and IT who have prior Norwegian residency and are motivated to secure a relevant position within a single year.
| Initial grant | 1 year |
Visas you can typically switch to from this status.
NorwayMust be a skilled worker (e.g., completed vocational training of at least 3 years, university/college degree, or long-term relevant work experience).
Must have previously held a residence permit in Norway (e.g., as a student, researcher, or skilled worker with an employer) and be applying before that permit expires.
Must intend to look for work as a skilled worker in Norway.
Must demonstrate sufficient funds to support oneself during the job-seeking period (e.g., NOK 155,034 for the duration of the permit).
Must not be applying for a role as a religious leader or teacher.
Must pay the required non-refundable application fee.
Education
bachelor or higher
Min. Savings
341,373 EUR
Valid passport.
Proof of completed education or vocational training (diplomas, transcripts).
Documentation of previous residence permit in Norway.
Proof of sufficient financial means (bank statements).
CV and documentation of work experience.
Completed application form.
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