Seasonal Worker Permit (Oppholdstillatelse for sesongarbeidere)

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Seasonal Worker Permit (Oppholdstillatelse for sesongarbeidere)

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At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Estimated Cost

NOK kr 6,300

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

6 months

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

Official Information

Overview

Work permit for non-EU/EEA workers in agriculture and tourism requiring a job offer, valid for up to six months per year.

The Norwegian Seasonal Worker Permit allows non-EU/EEA nationals to work temporarily in agriculture, forestry, tourism, and other seasonal industries. Administered by UDI, this visa fills critical labor gaps during peak seasons. Applicants must be at least 18, secure a concrete job offer, and ensure wages and working conditions meet Norwegian standards.

The permit grants a maximum of six months of residency within any 12-month period and is renewable after a mandatory six-month gap spent outside Norway. Processing times vary by embassy. The application fee is NOK 7,900. Spouses cannot work. The visa does not lead to permanent residency and requires returning home once the seasonal contract ends.

This visa is ideal for physically capable workers aged 18+ seeking temporary employment in Nordic agriculture, horticulture, or hospitality without formal education requirements or long-term commitment expectations.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

6 months

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be at least 18 years old.

Must have a concrete offer of full-time employment.

The work must be seasonal (e.g., agriculture, forestry, tourism, or holiday replacement).

Pay and working conditions must not be poorer than is normal in Norway.

Must intend to leave Norway after the work period ends.

Total stay in Norway as a seasonal worker cannot exceed six months within a twelve-month period.

Must stay outside Norway for six months after holding a permit for six months before being qualifying for a new one.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Completed application form/signature form

Passport-sized photos

Concrete job offer/employment contract

Proof of accommodation

Proof of payment of the application fee

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Accessible to applicants with no formal qualifications required—one of Norway's most open work visa pathways
Work in Norway's stable economy during peak seasonal demand in agriculture, tourism, and forestry
Relatively straightforward application process centered on securing a concrete job offer
Open to all nationalities with no country-specific restrictions
Can renew your permit after sitting out for six months outside Norway, enabling repeated seasonal cycles
No minimum income, savings, or educational threshold to qualify
Modest application fee of NOK 7,900 keeps entry costs accessible

Worth Knowing

Spouse or family members cannot work during your permit period
Strict 6-month maximum stay within any 12-month period limits your annual income potential
Must remain outside Norway for a full 6 months after your permit expires before you can apply for a new one
Concrete job offer from a Norwegian employer is required before you can apply

Application Process

Secure seasonal job: Obtain employment offer for seasonal work

Apply for residence permit: Submit application through UDI

Attend interview: Biometric appointment at Norwegian embassy

Collect visa: Receive residence permit in passport

Register in Norway: Register residence with local police

Application Forms

Application for Seasonal Worker Permit

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Fee Breakdown

Application fee: 6300 NOK

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Fees

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Job Offer Required

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Overview

Work permit for non-EU/EEA workers in agriculture and tourism requiring a job offer, valid for up to six months per year.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be at least 18 years old.

Must have a concrete offer of full-time employment.

The work must be seasonal (e.g., agriculture, forestry, tourism, or holiday replacement).

Pay and working conditions must not be poorer than is normal in Norway.

Must intend to leave Norway after the work period ends.

Total stay in Norway as a seasonal worker cannot exceed six months within a twelve-month period.

Must stay outside Norway for six months after holding a permit for six months before being qualifying for a new one.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Completed application form/signature form

Passport-sized photos

Concrete job offer/employment contract

Proof of accommodation

Proof of payment of the application fee

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Accessible to applicants with no formal qualifications required—one of Norway's most open work visa pathways
Work in Norway's stable economy during peak seasonal demand in agriculture, tourism, and forestry
Relatively straightforward application process centered on securing a concrete job offer
Open to all nationalities with no country-specific restrictions
Can renew your permit after sitting out for six months outside Norway, enabling repeated seasonal cycles
No minimum income, savings, or educational threshold to qualify
Modest application fee of NOK 7,900 keeps entry costs accessible

Worth Knowing

Spouse or family members cannot work during your permit period
Strict 6-month maximum stay within any 12-month period limits your annual income potential
Must remain outside Norway for a full 6 months after your permit expires before you can apply for a new one
Concrete job offer from a Norwegian employer is required before you can apply