Norway•EuropeVaries
NOK 6,300 NOK
Varies by filing options
Up to 4 years
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
Job offer required
Work
Remote not required
Exchange programme residence permit for professionals selected by Norwegian partner organizations, valid up to 4 years with full work authorization and spouse rights.
The Norec Exchange Programme Participant Permit is issued by Norway's immigration directorate for professionals selected by Norec partner organizations supporting capacity-building exchanges in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Applicants must have a confirmed employment offer from a Norec partner and meet a minimum income of 341,373 NOK. The sponsoring organization provides institutional support.
Valid for up to one year at a time (maximum four years), the permit costs 6,300 NOK and authorizes work for the sponsoring partner. Spouses and children may accompany; spouses can work. Submit applications through the UDI portal with employment contracts, accommodation proof, and financial documentation. Renewals are possible while the exchange agreement remains active.
This visa is ideal for skilled professionals from developing nations selected by Norec partner organizations seeking structured, temporary work with institutional support.
Visas you can typically switch to from this status.
NorwayMust be a participant hired by a Norwegian partner of the Norwegian Agency for Exchange Cooperation (Norec).
Must have a concrete offer of employment/participation from the Norec partner.
Must have a place to live in Norway.
Must receive pay in accordance with Norec statutes or have board, lodging, and return travel covered by the partner if pay is low.
Must be at least 15 years old (parental consent required for those under 18).
Must not work independently in regulated professions (e.g., health sector) without proper authorization; status is 'visiting employee under supervision'.
Min. Income
341,373 EUR/yr
Valid passport.
Completed application form and checklist.
Confirmation of participation/employment contract from the Norec partner.
Proof of accommodation in Norway.
Documentation of financial means (or confirmation that the partner covers costs).
Parental consent form (if under 18).
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