Norway•EuropeResidence Permit for Trainees/Occupational Training
At a Glance
Processing Time
42-56 days
Application Fee
7,900 NOK
Stay Duration
6 to 12 months
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Work permit for trainees pursuing practical training as part of higher education. Valid for 6-12 months depending on industry standards. Must be enrolled in foreign educational institution.
Trainee permits allow students to gain practical work experience in Norway as part of their academic studies. Trainees must be enrolled in a foreign educational institution and the traineeship must be part of their curriculum.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
284,331 NOK
per year
Personal
Education
Bachelor or higher
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AT, BE, BG, HR, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HU, IS, IE, IT, LV, LI, LT, LU, MT, NL, PL, PT, RO, SK, SI, ES, SE, CH
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
6 months validity minimum
Traineeship contract
Signed agreement from Norwegian employer
Proof of enrollment
Letter from educational institution
Application form
UDI trainee application
Proof of funds
Living allowance or salary minimum NOK 15,169/month
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Advantages
- Practical experience abroad
- Family members can join
- Reasonable work allowance required
- Clear duration based on training
Considerations
- Non-renewable
- Must be part of active studies
- Limited to one traineeship per person
- Does not count toward permanent residency
Application Process
Secure traineeship
Obtain traineeship agreement from Norwegian employer
Verify education
Must be currently enrolled in foreign educational institution
Prepare application
Gather traineeship contract and proof of enrollment
Submit application
Apply through UDI
Attend appointment
Biometric appointment at embassy
Collect permit
Receive residence permit
Application Forms
Application for Trainee Permit
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