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Work Visas in Norway

If you will be applying for a work visa, it is recommended that you have already found a potential employer to give you supporting documents for your visa application. Note that there are nationalities that may enter visa-free in the country, and there  are those that will have to apply. To verify whether your nationality would require that you secure a visa, check this link. The following documents will be required from you during your visa application:

  • An employment contract from the Norwegian company you will be working for
  • Fully accomplished and signed Schengen Visa Application Form
  • (2) Two pieces of identical photographs that are no older than three months and following the visa photograph requirements and specifications
  • Passport that contains at least two blank pages to be able to affix the Visa, with validity of 3 months after the date of exit from Norway or Schengen territory. The passport should be no older than 10 years as well
  • Bring copies of your previous visa is available
  • You will also need a cover letter where you will explain further details about your visit to Norway
  • Copy of ticket reservation
  • Copy of credentials such as diploma, and other supporting documents
  • Travel Insurance confirmation, with coverage in Norway and the whole territory of Schengen, with minimum coverage of USD 35,000
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Bank statements (at least 6 months)
  • Proof of sufficient financial means that will cover your whole stay in Norway, amounting to 500 NOK or USD 56 per day of stay in the entire duration of your visit

Note: To get comprehensive and customized application information that is up to date, you may click here.

To Apply:

  1. Collate all your documents and check for other relevant documents that will help prove your ability to sustain  your visit in the country.
  2. Look for a local Visa Application service provider who can walk your documents.
  3. If there are no service providers in your area, you may submit to Norwegian Embassies near you. For details on addresses you may click this link here.