Trafficking Victim Limited Permit (Begrenset oppholdstillatelse for ofre for menneskehandel)

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Trafficking Victim Limited Permit (Begrenset oppholdstillatelse for ofre for menneskehandel)

Residency Pathway Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

Dependents allowed

No PR pathway

No job offer needed

Remote work not required

Overview

Residence permit for human trafficking victims cooperating with police investigations, valid for up to one year and renewable while legal proceedings continue.

Norway's Trafficking Victim Limited Permit is a humanitarian residence permit for presumed trafficking victims cooperating with police investigations. The permit is issued by the Directorate of Immigration (UDI) based on police confirmation that the applicant's presence is necessary for criminal proceedings or investigation into their trafficking case.

The permit lasts up to one year and is renewable while investigation or court proceedings continue. A separate six-month reflection period (non-renewable) helps victims break free from traffickers. Work authorization and inclusion of dependent children are permitted. Applicants submit form GP-7028 with police confirmation. No application fees apply.

This visa is ideal for survivors of human trafficking in Norway who are cooperating with law enforcement to secure justice against their traffickers.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

1 year

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Asylum / Refugee Protection (Beskyttelse - flyktningstatus)

Norway

Asylum / Refugee Protection (Beskyttelse - flyktningstatus)

Validity5 years

ProcessingVaries

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Residence Permit on Humanitarian Grounds (Oppholdstillatelse på humanitært grunnlag)

Norway

Residence Permit on Humanitarian Grounds (Oppholdstillatelse på humanitært grunnlag)

ValidityVaries (Non-renewable; used to transition to skilled worker permit upon finding employment)

ProcessingVaries

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Permanent Residence Permit (Permanent oppholdstillatelse)

Norway

Permanent Residence Permit (Permanent oppholdstillatelse)

ValidityIndefinite. The permanent residence permit allows holders to live and work in Norway without a time limit. A residence card is issued as proof of status and is valid for two years at a time, but the underlying permit is permanent.

Processing2.0–2.1 years

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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a presumed victim of human trafficking.

Must be willing to accept assistance and follow up on measures offered.

Must document identity (valid passport or explanation if unavailable).

For a limited residence permit: Police must confirm the applicant has broken ties with the trafficking environment, reported the perpetrators, and that their presence is necessary for investigation or criminal proceedings.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport or travel document.

Police confirmation of investigation/criminal proceedings.

Documentation of identity.

Evidence of trafficking (if available, though the threshold for a reflection period is lower).

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Legal status and protection from deportation during police investigation and proceedings
Work authorization granted — eligible for employment
No application fees required for permit
Dependents can be included on the permit — Yes, children can be included
Access to safe accommodation, guidance, and legal assistance
Exemption from income and education requirements
Up to 1 year renewable as long as investigation or criminal proceedings continue

Worth Knowing

Temporary status — does not lead automatically to permanent residence, no PR pathway available
Requires active cooperation with police and continued participation in legal proceedings
Reflection period is a separate, non-renewable 6-month permit for initial safety and stabilization
Permit basis ceases if investigation concludes or victim discontinues cooperation with authorities
Must prove presumed victim status of human trafficking and willingness to cooperate with police investigations
Not available to economic migrants or those without documented human trafficking situation

Application Process

Report the situation to the police or seek assistance from an NGO/crisis centre.

Apply in person at the police district where the report was filed or where proceedings are initiated.

Submit the application form for a permit for residence or work (cannot use digital forms).

Police verify the information and confirm the necessity of the applicant's presence for the investigation.

UDI processes the application based on police confirmation.

Application Forms

Application for a permit for residence or work (GP-7028)

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Application for a permit for residence or work (GP-7028)

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Overview

Residence permit for human trafficking victims cooperating with police investigations, valid for up to one year and renewable while legal proceedings continue.

This visa is ideal for survivors of human trafficking in Norway who are cooperating with law enforcement to secure justice against their traffickers.

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Norway

Asylum / Refugee Protection (Beskyttelse - flyktningstatus)

Validity5 years

ProcessingVaries

View Visa Details

Norway

Residence Permit on Humanitarian Grounds (Oppholdstillatelse på humanitært grunnlag)

ValidityVaries (Non-renewable; used to transition to skilled worker permit upon finding employment)

ProcessingVaries

View Visa Details

Norway

Permanent Residence Permit (Permanent oppholdstillatelse)

Processing2.0–2.1 years

View Visa Details

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a presumed victim of human trafficking.

Must be willing to accept assistance and follow up on measures offered.

Must document identity (valid passport or explanation if unavailable).

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport or travel document.

Police confirmation of investigation/criminal proceedings.

Documentation of identity.

Evidence of trafficking (if available, though the threshold for a reflection period is lower).

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Legal status and protection from deportation during police investigation and proceedings
Work authorization granted — eligible for employment
No application fees required for permit
Dependents can be included on the permit — Yes, children can be included
Access to safe accommodation, guidance, and legal assistance
Exemption from income and education requirements
Up to 1 year renewable as long as investigation or criminal proceedings continue

Worth Knowing

Temporary status — does not lead automatically to permanent residence, no PR pathway available
Requires active cooperation with police and continued participation in legal proceedings
Reflection period is a separate, non-renewable 6-month permit for initial safety and stabilization
Permit basis ceases if investigation concludes or victim discontinues cooperation with authorities
Must prove presumed victim status of human trafficking and willingness to cooperate with police investigations
Not available to economic migrants or those without documented human trafficking situation

Application Process