Can Axis Group
Norway Skilled Worker
Work Permit
Norway's skilled worker ("faglaert") residence permit lets qualified professionals and tradespeople take up a confirmed job offer and build a life in one of the world's highest-ranked countries for quality of living.
Other Benefits
A high-wage Nordic economy with strong worker protections, universal healthcare, and one of the world's highest standards of living.
High Wages, Low Inequality
Norway consistently ranks among the world's top economies for wages, income equality, and worker welfare.
Comprehensive Social Security
Access to Norway's National Insurance Scheme, covering healthcare, parental leave, and pension contributions.
Route to Permanent Residence
Continuous lawful residence, typically three years, can qualify skilled workers for permanent residence.
Family Immigration
Spouses and children can apply for family immigration permits alongside or after the main applicant.
Nordic Quality of Life
Consistently ranked among the happiest and safest countries in the world, with excellent public services.
Recognised Trades & Professions
The route covers both university-qualified professionals and vocationally trained tradespeople with relevant experience.
No Investment Required
Eligibility rests on your qualifications, experience, and job offer — not on capital or net worth.
Process Timeline — Skilled Worker Permit
Eligibility Assessment of Qualifications & Experience
Secure a Concrete Job Offer from a Norwegian Employer
Online Application & Fee Payment via UDI
Identity Check & Document Submission at Embassy/Consulate
Application Processing & Decision
Entry to Norway & Residence Card Collection
Cost Overview
| Cost Component | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Skilled Worker Permit Application Fee | NOK 6,300 (online application) |
| Paper/In-Person Application Fee | NOK 6,900 (approx.) |
| Family Immigration Application Fee (per person) | NOK 8,000–10,500 (approx.) |
| Document Translation & Authentication | Varies by country of origin |
| Relocation & Settling-In Costs | Varies; Norway has a high cost of living |
| Additional Costs | Legal support, qualification recognition, travel |
Norway
Norway pairs a resource-rich, high-wage economy with breathtaking fjords, mountains, and coastline — consistently ranking among the top countries globally for quality of life, safety, and social welfare.
For skilled professionals and tradespeople, Norway offers strong labour protections, excellent public healthcare and education, and a clear route from work permit to permanent residence for those who build a life there.
What Our Clients Say
Thank you Can Axis for guidance and giving me helpful advice to migrate to my favourite destination country. I highly recommend them to anyone seeking reliable and compassionate immigration assistance.
I had a great experience with Can Axis Immigration. Thank you to the entire team for your support — I am so happy to have received my visa. Thank you to everyone who supported me throughout this journey.
I tried a lot of agencies that process visas, and a lot of them provided unnecessary information — it was a real struggle. Not until I spoke with the Can Axis team, they were of great help.
Everything You Need to Know
Applicants need a completed higher education (or vocational training equivalent to a Norwegian trade or craft certificate) and a concrete, relevant job offer from a Norwegian employer.
Yes — unlike some points-based systems, Norway's skilled worker route requires a confirmed job offer as a precondition to apply.
Yes. Spouses/partners and children under 18 can apply for family immigration permits, generally alongside or shortly after the main applicant's permit is granted.
Processing times vary by case type and current UDI caseload, typically ranging from a few weeks to several months for a complete application.
No, Norway is not an EU member but is part of the European Economic Area (EEA) and the Schengen Area, with its own separate immigration rules for non-EEA nationals.
Ready to Work in Norway?
Speak with our Dubai-based advisory team about the Norway skilled worker permit route — in confidence, with no obligation.