Travel to Norway for work

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This guide is for British citizens travelling for business or other work purposes. It explains what employers, employees, or the self-employed need to do if they need a visa or permit.

This information is provided as a guide only. You must always check the exact application process and document requirements with Norway바카라 사이트冱 embassy or immigration authorities.

Entry requirements

If you바카라 사이트决e going to Norway to work (or the바카라 사이트ｯEU, Switzerland, Iceland or Liechtenstein) you must바카라 사이트ｯmake sure you meet passport and other travel requirements.

Norway is in the바카라 사이트ｯSchengen area. If you바카라 사이트决e travelling for business for up to 90 days in a 180-day period, you may be able to do some business-related activities without needing a visa or permit, such as attend business meetings. It does not matter how many countries you visit in the Schengen area. Your total stay must be no more than 90 days in every 180 days. The 180-day period keeps 바카라 사이트腕olling바카라 사이트�.

If you바카라 사이트决e staying for longer, or for other types of work, you may need a visa or permit.

The Norwegian authorities are responsible for setting and enforcing entry rules. They decide which activities need a visa or permit, or which may be exempt.

You must always check with Norway바카라 사이트冱바카라 사이트ｯembassy바카라 사이트ｯoｰ�바카라 사이트ｯimmigration authorities바카라 사이트ｯbefore you travel, to make sure you meet their legal requirements.

If you바카라 사이트决e working in more than one country, you need to check the entry rules of each country.

If you need a passport, visa or permit, you should apply well in advance of travel.

Visa and permit documents

This guide explains the general application process for some of the visa or permit types available in Norway. It includes a checklist of documents that you바카라 사이트冤l usually need to include when applying.

It may not cover all scenarios so you must always check the exact application process and document requirements with Norway바카라 사이트冱바카라 사이트ｯembassy바카라 사이트ｯoｰ�바카라 사이트ｯimmigration authorities.

You must also check what format the documents should be presented in, including if they must be:

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originals, or if copies are acceptable
signed in ink (a wet signature), or if they can be signed electronically (an e-signature)
dated within a certain period of time, such as 30 days before you submit your application

Countries often use the terms visa, work permit and residence permit differently. For example, some may refer to a work permit as a visa.

This guide uses the same terms used in Norway, so you know which ones to use when speaking to Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities.

Check if you need a visa or permit

You do not need a visa or permit if you바카라 사이트决e travelling to Norway for up to 90 days in a 180-day period for specific business-related activities. These activities can include:

running job interviews
going to court as a witness
attending seminars, conventions or trade fairs
meeting clients or customers (including entertainment like eating at a restaurant)
negotiating, signing and executing deals or contracts
carrying out testing related to product delivery, such as IT acceptance testing

These activities are usually allowed while travelling under the바카라 사이트ｯSchengen visa waiver.

Border checks

At the border, you may be asked to show:

proof of return travel, such as plane or train tickets
health insurance that covers your entire stay
proof of accommodation for your entire stay
enough money for the duration of your trip
an invitation letter that explains your trip or a plan for any training

Check Norway바카라 사이트冱 exemptions

Certain types of work-related activities don바카라 사이트冲 require a visa or permit because they바카라 사이트决e exempt.

All countries have their own exemptions. What may be exempt in one country may not be in another. You should always check with the country바카라 사이트冱 authorities.

ｰﾕｳ�바카라 사이트ｯdon바카라 사이트冲 require a visa or permit if they바카라 사이트决e for less than 3 months:

researchers and lecturers with at least a bachelor바카라 사이트冱 degree
giving on-the-job training for machinery or equipment use
receiving training at the Norwegian branch of an international company
technical experts installing software or machinery, or completing technical maintenance, repairs and training 바카라 사이트� you or your employer must바카라 사이트ｯnotify the police바카라 사이트ｯin writing before entering Norway
shipping or veterinary inspectors
medical practitioners who usually live and work in the UK and have been issued a licence by the바카라 사이트ｯNorwegian Directorate of Health
religious preachers
UK-employed professional athletes and their accompanying support groups
UK-employed journalists and photographers
people working on aircrafts in international traffic who have an aviation personnel licence (flight crew or non-pilot personnel licence)
UK-employed staff working on non-Norwegian trains, buses or trucks in international traffic
security and maintenance crew on non-Norwegian laid-up ships in Norway
UK-employed tour guides accompanying non-Norwegian travel companies
diplomats or NATO employees, their private service staff and embassy support staff

ｰﾕｳ�바카라 사이트ｯdon바카라 사이트冲 require a visa or permit if they바카라 사이트决e for less than 14 days in a calendar year:

artists, musicians, or performers
employees of a humanitarian, non-profit or religious organisation carrying out non-profit, humanitarian or religious work

Seafarers

You don바카라 사이트冲 require a visa or permit for up to 90 days if you바카라 사이트决e a seafarer working on a:

Norwegian-registered ship (not a fishing vessel) sailing between a Norwegian and non-Norwegian port
cruise ship that바카라 사이트冱 not registered in Norway
ship registered in the EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland
ship that바카라 사이트冱 not registered in Norway carrying goods or passengers in Norway for up to 3 months

Offshore workers on mobile installations

You don바카라 사이트冲 need a visa or permit if you바카라 사이트决e an offshore worker working on a mobile installation on the Norwegian continental shelf for up to 90 days. You can stay longer if you바카라 사이트决e on the mobile installation for the entire duration of your stay.

You must leave Norway once the work is completed and stay outside of Norway and the Schengen area for at least 90 days within 180 days before you can return.

You or your employer must notify the police in writing before you enter Norway.

You must also register in person with the police in the district where you바카라 사이트冤l be working. You should do this within 1 week of arriving in Norway, before you start working.

You also have to register with the police in the district where you바카라 사이트决e staying.

Show proof of exemption

You need to be able to show proof that you바카라 사이트决e exempt to the authorities on request. This could be:

an assignment letter
employment confirmation
a contract
proof of required qualifications, such as diploma and professional certificates
CV

Further checks

If you바카라 사이트决e not sure if you need a visa or permit to travel you can get advice from the바카라 사이트ｯNorwegian embassy.

Applying for a visa or permit

This guide outlines the steps required for each permit, but you바카라 사이트冤l need to check the exact rules and processes with Norway바카라 사이트冱바카라 사이트ｯembassy바카라 사이트ｯoｰ�바카라 사이트ｯimmigration authorities.

Taking your family

You may be able to apply for dependant permits if you have a family and want them to join you. It depends on the type of work permit you have.

Find out more about taking your family with you.

Residence permits

Norway only offers long-term residence permits, even for short trips. They바카라 사이트决e valid for up to 3 years depending on which one you need.

You must apply for one if you바카라 사이트决e in Norway because you바카라 사이트决e:

Transferring to a Norwegian branch of a UK-based company or providing services to a client in Norway

To qualify for a residence permit for skilled work on assignment바카라 사이트ｯyou must:

have a university degree, have completed a vocational training programme of at least 3 years at upper secondary school level or have specialist knowledge in the field
ｳｹｱｹｱ�바카라 사이트ｯregulated profession바카라 사이트ｯrecognition or authorisation
meet Norwegian salary and working conditions
keep your UK employment contract

It can take up to 8 weeks to get. It바카라 사이트冱 valid for up to 2 years and you can extend it.

If you have a partner or children under 18 they can join you if your assignment is for at least 6 months.바카라 사이트ｯFind out about taking your family with you.

How it works

You need to check with Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities on the exact process. This is a rough guide to help you prepare.

You or your employer create an online account and apply for your residence permit.
You take your application documents to the Norwegian consulate or your employer takes them to the police or service centre for foreign workers.
You register with the Norwegian police once in Norway.

Application documents

Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities may request different documents at different stages of the process. Usually, they need:

completed application form
completed UDI checklist
passport for you and any dependants
degree or qualification certificate
CV
proof of accommodation in Norway or an explanation of your arrangements
UDI바카라 사이트冱 assignment offer form
employment contract with your UK employer
assignment agreement with your UK employer
contract or work order between your UK company and the Norwegian client (only if providing services directly to a client in Norway)
marriage certificate, if your spouse is joining you (if applicable)
birth certificates of any children joining you (if applicable)
2 passport-sized photos

Working for a Norwegian company on a Norwegian contract

You need a바카라 사이트ｯwork permit for skilled workers바카라 사이트ｯ(sometimes called a 바카라 사이트�work permit for local hires바카라 사이트�) if you바카라 사이트况e completed higher education or vocational training and have a job offer with a Norwegian company.

You can also apply for one if you바카라 사이트决e an:

Work permit for skilled workers

To qualify you must:

have an offer of employment from a Norwegian company
be on a Norwegian payroll
have a university degree, have completed a vocational training programme of at least 3 years at upper secondary school level or have specialist knowledge in the field
ｳｹｱｹｱ�바카라 사이트ｯregulated profession바카라 사이트ｯrecognition or authorisation
meet Norwegian salary and working conditions

It can take up to 8weeks to get. It바카라 사이트冱 valid for up to 3 years and you can extend it.

If you have a partner or children under 18 they can join you with this permit.바카라 사이트ｯFind out about taking your family with you.

How it works

You need to check with Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities on the exact process. This is a rough guide to help you prepare.

You or your employer create an online account and apply for your residence permit.
You take your application documents to the Norwegian consulate or your employer takes them to the police or service centre for foreign workers.
You register with the Norwegian police once in Norway.

Application documents

Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities may request different documents at different stages of the process. Usually, they need:

completed application form
completed UDI checklist
passport for you and any dependants
degree or qualification certificate
CV
proof of accommodation in Norway or an explanation of your arrangements
UDI바카라 사이트冱 assignment offer form
proof that you will be paid according to the minimum Norwegian requirements, such as your employment contract
marriage certificate, if your spouse is joining you (if applicable)
birth certificates of any children joining you (if applicable)
2 passport-sized photos

Offshore workers

You need a residence permit for바카라 사이트ｯoffshore workers바카라 사이트ｯto work on a fixed installation on the Norwegian continental shelf.

To qualify you must:

have an offer of employment or an assignment agreement with a Norwegian company
be on a Norwegian payroll
have a university degree, have completed a vocational training programme of at least 3 years at upper secondary school level or have specialist knowledge in the field
ｳｹｱｹｱ�바카라 사이트ｯregulated profession바카라 사이트ｯrecognition or authorisation
meet Norwegian salary and working conditions
work on a Norwegian or non-Norwegian platform on the Norwegian continental shelf

It can take up to 8 weeks to get. It바카라 사이트冱 valid for up to 3 years and you can extend it.

If you have a partner or children under 18 they can join you with this permit.바카라 사이트ｯFind out about taking your family with you.

How it works

You need to check with Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities on the exact process. This is a rough guide to help you prepare.

You or your employer create an online account and apply for your residence permit.
You take your application documents to the Norwegian consulate or your employer takes them to the police or service centre for foreign workers.
You register with the Norwegian police once in Norway.

Application documents

Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities may request different documents at different stages of the process. Usually, they need:

completed application form
completed UDI checklist
passport for you and any dependants
degree or qualification certificate
CV
proof of accommodation in Norway or an explanation of your arrangements
information on the installation and documentation proving it바카라 사이트冱 a fixed installation
UDI바카라 사이트冱 offer of employment form바카라 사이트ｯoｰ�바카라 사이트ｯUDI바카라 사이트冱 assignment offer form
proof that you바카라 사이트冤l be paid according to Norway바카라 사이트冱 minimum wage requirements, such as your employment contract
marriage certificate, if your spouse is joining you (if applicable)
birth certificates of any children joining you (if applicable)
2 passport-sized photos

Athletes or coaches

You can apply for a바카라 사이트ｯresidence permit for athletes or coaches바카라 사이트ｯif you work in top-level sports.

To qualify you must:

have a document from the member association of the Norwegian Olympic and Paralympic Committee and Confederation of Sports confirming your qualifications and level of participation
be taking part in a recognised top-level sport
have an offer of employment for full-time work from a Norwegian company
meet Norway바카라 사이트冱 salary and working conditions

It can take up to 8 weeks to get. It바카라 사이트冱 valid for up to 1 year and you can extend it.

If you have a partner or children under 18 they can join you with this permit.바카라 사이트ｯFind out about taking your family with you.

How it works

You need to check with Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities on the exact process. This is a rough guide to help you prepare.

You or your employer create an online account and apply for your residence permit.
You take your application documents to the Norwegian consulate or your employer takes them to the police or service centre for foreign workers.
You register with the Norwegian police once in Norway.

Application documents

Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities may request different documents at different stages of the process. Usually, they need:

completed application form
completed UDI checklist
passport for you and any dependants
proof of qualifications and work experience
CV
proof of accommodation in Norway or an explanation of your arrangements
UDI바카라 사이트冱 assignment offer form
proof that you바카라 사이트冤l be paid according to Norway바카라 사이트冱 minimum wage requirements, such as your employment contract
marriage certificate, if your spouse is joining you (if applicable)
birth certificates of any children joining you (if applicable)
2 passport-sized photos

Self-employed work

You can apply for one of these residence permits if you바카라 사이트决e self-employed:

Self-employed with a company in Norway

To qualify for this permit you must:

intend to set up a long-term business
have a business that you own and is not a limited company
have a university degree or completed a vocational training programme of at least 3 years at upper secondary school level
have specialist knowledge in the field
meet salary requirements
get permission from the authority for your industry, if required

It can take 8 weeks to get. It바카라 사이트冱 valid for up to 1 year and you can extend it.

If you have a partner or children under 18 they can join you with this permit.바카라 사이트ｯFind out about taking your family with you.

How it works

You need to check with Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities on the exact process. This is a rough guide to help you prepare.

You submit a residence permit application to the Norwegian consulate.
You register with the Norwegian police once in Norway.

Application documents

Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities may request different documents at different stages of the process. Usually, they need:

completed application form
completed UDI checklist
passport for you and any dependants
degree or qualification certificate
CV
proof of accommodation in Norway or an explanation of your arrangements
detailed business plan, including market insight and sales potential
name and location of the business
permission from the authority for your industry, if required
budget details for newly established businesses or account details and bank statement for established businesses
marriage certificate, if your spouse is joining you (if applicable)
birth certificates of any children joining you (if applicable)
2 passport-sized photos

Self-employed with a company abroad (UK)

To qualify for this permit바카라 사이트ｯyou must:

be self-employed with an established business in the UK
have entered a contract to provide services to a client in Norway
have a university degree or completed a vocational training programme of at least 3 years at upper secondary school level
have specialist knowledge in the field
ｳｹｱｹｱ�바카라 사이트ｯregulated profession바카라 사이트ｯrecognition or authorisation
meet Norwegian salary and working conditions

It can take up to 8 weeks to get. It바카라 사이트冱 valid for up to 2 years and you can extend it.

If you have a partner or children under 18 they can join you with this permit.바카라 사이트ｯFind out about taking your family with you.

How it works

You need to check with Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities on the exact process. This is a rough guide to help you prepare.

You submit a바카라 사이트ｯresidence permit application바카라 사이트ｯto the Norwegian consulate if you바카라 사이트决e applying yourself, or to the police or service centre for foreign workers if your client is applying for you.
You register with the police once in Norway.

Application documents

Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities may request different documents at different stages of the process. Usually, they need:

completed application form
completed UDI checklist
passport for you and any dependants
degree or qualification certificate
CV
proof of accommodation in Norway or an explanation of your arrangements
contract or work order with the Norwegian client
documentation showing you바카라 사이트决e a self-employed contractor with a business in the UK
marriage certificate, if your spouse is joining you (if applicable)
birth certificates of any children joining you (if applicable)
2 passport-sized photos

Exchange programmes, culture and organisational work

There are residence permits for:

employees of humanitarian, non-profit or religious organisations
artists, musicians or performers

Residence permit for employees of humanitarian, non-profit or religious organisations

To qualify for this permit바카라 사이트ｯyou must:

have an offer of employment from an established organisation in Norway
carry out non-profit, humanitarian or religious work for the organisation
be in Norway on an international exchange programme or because the organisation needs workers from abroad
meet Norwegian salary and working conditions

It can take up to 16 weeks to get. It바카라 사이트冱 valid for up to 1 year and you can extend it for up to 4 years.

If you have a partner or children under 18 they can join you with this permit.바카라 사이트ｯFind out about taking your family with you.

How it works

You need to check with Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities on the exact process. This is a rough guide to help you prepare.

You create an account and submit a residence permit application. Your employer can file on your behalf if you meet the requirements for a skilled worker permit.
You take your application documents to the Norwegian consulate or your employer takes them to the police or service centre for foreign workers
You register with the Norwegian police once in Norway.

Application documents

Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities may request different documents at different stages of the process. Usually, they need:

completed application form
completed UDI checklist
passport for you and any dependants
proof of accommodation in Norway or an explanation of your arrangements
ｲﾙｲｹｲﾔｻ蟯ｹｰ蠕ｱｲ�바카라 사이트ｯemployment contract for employees of non-profit or humanitarian organisations
description of the organisation바카라 사이트冱 activities
marriage certificate, if your spouse is joining you (if applicable)
birth certificates of any children joining you (if applicable)
2 passport-sized photos

Working as an artist, musician or performer

To qualify for this residence permit바카라 사이트ｯyou must:

have an offer of employment from a Norwegian company
present culture through music, dance, theatre or circus performances
meet Norway바카라 사이트冱 salary and working conditions
have legal guardian consent if you바카라 사이트决e between15 and 18 years old

It can take up to 16 weeks to get. It바카라 사이트冱 valid for up to 1 year and cannot be extended

If you have a partner or children under 18 they can join you with this permit.바카라 사이트ｯFind out about taking your family with you.

How it works

You need to check with Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities on the exact process. This is a rough guide to help you prepare.

You create an online account and apply for a residence permit.
You take your application documents to the Norwegian consulate or your employer takes them to the police or service centre for foreign workers.
You register with the Norwegian police once in Norway.

Application documents

Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities may request different documents at different stages of the process. Usually, they need:

completed application form
completed UDI checklist
passport for you and any dependants
proof of accommodation in Norway or an explanation of your arrangements
contract of engagement in Norway
tour itinerary, if applicable
marriage certificate, if your spouse is joining you (if applicable)
birth certificates of any children joining you (if applicable)
2 passport-sized photos

Working on a ship in Norwegian waters

You need a residence permit if you바카라 사이트决e working on a ship that바카라 사이트冱 carrying cargo or passengers between Norwegian ports for at least 3 months.

To qualify you must:

have an offer of employment for full-time work on a ship that carries cargo or passengers between Norwegian ports
meet Norway바카라 사이트冱 salary and working conditions

Depending on the type of employment contract you have, you will either get a local hire work permit or a seasonal work permit.

It can take up to 16 weeks to get. It바카라 사이트冱 valid for up to 1 year. You can extend it if you have a local hire work permit. If you have the seasonal work permit, your stay cannot be extended.

Your family can apply for dependant permits if you have a local hire permit. If you have a seasonal work permit they may still be able to visit you under the Schengen visa waiver.

How it works

You need to check with Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities on the exact process. This is a rough guide to help you prepare.

You or your employer create an online account and apply for a residence permit.
You take your application documents to the Norwegian consulate or your employer takes them to the police or service centre for foreign workers
You register with the Norwegian police once in Norway.

Application documents

Norway바카라 사이트冱 authorities may request different documents at different stages of the process. Usually, they need:

completed application form
completed UDI checklist
passport for you and any dependants
proof of accommodation in Norway or an explanation of your arrangements
UDI바카라 사이트冱 offer of employment form or UDI바카라 사이트冱 assignment offer form
name and the flag state of the ship and when and where the ship will operate
2 passport-sized photos

Norwegian government guidance

Read official Norwegian government information on visas, work permits, and residence permits.

Check for travel changes

European governments may update or change their rules without notice.

You should always check general travel advice for Norway for updates on issues, such as safety and security, entry requirements and travel warnings before travelling, or planning to travel.

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Border checks

Check Norway바카라 사이트冱 exemptions

Seafarers

Offshore workers on mobile installations

Show proof of exemption

Further checks

Applying for a visa or permit

Taking your family

Residence permits

Transferring to a Norwegian branch of a UK-based company or providing services to a client in Norway

How it works

Application documents

Working for a Norwegian company on a Norwegian contract

Work permit for skilled workers

How it works

Application documents

Offshore workers

How it works

Application documents

Athletes or coaches

How it works

Application documents

Self-employed work

Self-employed with a company in Norway

How it works

Application documents

Self-employed with a company abroad (UK)

How it works

Application documents

Exchange programmes, culture and organisational work

Residence permit for employees of humanitarian, non-profit or religious organisations

How it works

Application documents

Working as an artist, musician or performer

How it works

Application documents

Working on a ship in Norwegian waters

How it works

Application documents

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