You can apply for a residency permit as a skilled worker if you have completed your higher education or vocational training. You need to have accepted a job offer or run your own business.
To be eligible, you need to possess one of the following education levels or credentials.
Apart from that;
Following is the documentation you need to provide when applying for the first time.
You must collect all the paperwork on the UDI website's pertinent checklist. You will need to obtain some of the documents yourself, while others must be given by your point of contact in Norway.
When to Apply
After you have gathered all the documents, find the processing time and apply accordingly.
Visa Processing Time
The visa processing can take a few months, depending upon various factors.
How to Apply
You must first register your application in the Application Portal before submitting your passport and other supporting documents to the embassy, consulate, or VFS office.
You must create a user account if registering an application for the first time in the portal. After registion, you will receive an email confirmation with an attached cover letter.
Your application form and fee payment will be attested to in the cover letter. This letter must be printed and submitted with the other necessary documents.
Duration
Your ability to obtain a residence permit depends on the job that has been offered to you.
Fees
A Work Visa in Norway costs 6,300 NOK (690 USD). It is also the price for extending your Work Visa. When you finish the online application on the UDI website, you must pay the cost with a debit or credit card.
You may apply for an extension before the permit expires. After spending 3 years in the country, you can also apply for permanent residence.
Work
The visa is specified for skilled workers.
Residence
It can lead to permanent residence
Multi-entry
Enter or leave the country as you please.