Norway•EuropeAu Pair Residence Permit
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-42 days
Application Fee
9,300 NOK
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Live-in childcare visa for young people. Restricted to EU/EFTA citizens as of 2024. Maximum 30 hours/week, cannot work nights. Requires au pair placement contract.
Au pair permits allow young people to work as live-in childcare providers. Norway discontinued the program for non-EU/EFTA citizens as of March 2024. EU/EFTA citizens can still participate under strict conditions.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
84,000 NOK
per year
Personal
Education
None or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
EU/EFTA passport only
Au pair placement contract
Signed agreement with host family
Proof of accommodation
Host family address
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Advantages
- Cultural exchange experience
- Live-in accommodation
- Work flexibility
- Reasonable work hours
Considerations
- EU/EFTA citizens only (since 2024)
- Limited work hours
- Living situation dependent on host family
- Does not count toward permanent residency
Application Process
Register with police
Within 7 days of arrival, visit local police station
Register tax/social security
Enroll in Social Security System, get ID number
Receive residence card
Received by mail approximately 10 days after police registration
Application Forms
Au Pair Registration
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