Want to work in Norway? Get a company to sponsor you! Norway is a great place to work, with good pay and a nice lifestyle. To get a job there, you’ll need a company to offer you a full-time position and be willing to help you get a work visa. They can only sponsor you if the job can’t be filled by someone already in Norway. They have to offer you a normal salary and good working conditions.
What do you need to know?
- You’ll need a college degree, job training, or relevant work experience.
- You’ll need to pay a fee to apply for the visa
How to Find an Employer Sponsor
- Search for jobs in high-demand fields: Look for jobs in areas like computers, engineering, healthcare, or tourism.
- Use Norway’s official job board (NAV) and Finn.no (a big job board in Norway) to find jobs.
- There might also be job boards for specific industries you’re interested in.
- Make yourself look good! When you apply for a job, change your resume and cover letter to show how you’re perfect for the position.
- Learn about the visa process: Research what kind of work visa you’ll need and what documents you’ll need to apply.
Resources to Find In demand Sectors in Norway
- NAV: Provides reports on skill shortages, useful for identifying in-demand sectors.
- Finn.no: A leading job website.
Norway Job Seeker Visa
As a job seeker, you will need to meet certain criteria to qualify for an employer-sponsored job in Norway. This includes having relevant qualifications, such as a university degree, vocational training, or significant work experience. You will also need to pay a visa application fee.
Once you get the job and visa
- Your visa allows you to live and work in Norway.
- When you arrive, register with the police to get a special ID number you’ll need for many things in Norway.
Next, we will come up with the Norway work visa process and types of work permits.
