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Norway
Skilled worker residence permits
1–3 months
Processing time
$7,000
Top monthly wage
$1,300
1BR rent / mo
High
Cost of living
Overview
Norway offers skilled-worker residence permits to those with a concrete job offer and relevant education. Wages are among the highest in Europe, especially in energy, engineering and healthcare.
Pay must match Norwegian collective-agreement levels for the occupation.
Skilled Worker Permit
For those with relevant education and a job offer.
Job Seeker Permit
For skilled workers to seek employment.
Seasonal Work Permit
For temporary seasonal jobs.
Official government links
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Average wages (monthly)
Petroleum Engineer$7,000
Software Developer$5,800
Nurse$4,200
Electrician$3,900
Fish Processing Worker$3,000
Cost of living (monthly)
1-bedroom rent$1300
Food & groceries$450
Transport$100
Utilities$140
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