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Working Holiday Permit - Australia (Arbeidsferievisum - Australia)
VisasNorwayWorking Holiday Permit - Australia (Arbeidsferievisum - Australia)
NorwayNorway•Europe
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Working Holiday Permit - Australia (Arbeidsferievisum - Australia)

Working Holiday Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1-3 months

Estimated Cost

NOK 6,300 NOK

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Official Information

Overview

Casual work permit for Australian citizens aged 18-30 allowing holiday travel in Norway with flexible employment for up to two years.

The Working Holiday Permit for Australian citizens is a bilateral residence scheme issued by Norway's Directorate of Immigration (UDI) enabling holiday travel combined with casual employment. Australian citizens aged 18 to 30 may apply; applicants must demonstrate financial capacity of at least 46,464 NOK to cover the first three months and meet health requirements.

The permit grants one-year initial residence with renewal possible for a second year (maximum two years total). The 6,300 NOK application fee is payable upon submission. Dependents cannot accompany the visa holder. Processing typically takes one to three months. Work is restricted: applicants cannot work for the same employer longer than six months and cannot study for more than three months.

This visa is ideal for young Australians seeking a structured holiday in Norway who want to offset travel costs through casual work while experiencing Nordic culture without the commitment of formal long-term employment.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant1 year

Eligible Nationalities (1)

AustraliaAustralia

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Skilled Worker Permit (Oppholdstillatelse som fagarbeider)
Norway flagNorway

Skilled Worker Permit (Oppholdstillatelse som fagarbeider)

ValidityUp to 1 year
ProcessingVaries
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Residence permit for studies
Norway flagNorway

Residence permit for studies

ValidityDuration of the study program
Processing2-4 months
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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be a citizen of Australia.

Must be between 18 and 30 years old (inclusive) at the time of application.

Must have sufficient funds to support oneself for the first three months of the stay.

Must be in good health.

Cannot work for the same employer for more than six months.

Cannot study for more than three months.

Must pay the application fee.

Must not have previously held a working holiday permit for Norway (or must meet renewal criteria if extending).

KEY CRITERIA

Min. Savings

46,464 EUR

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport.

Signed cover letter from the UDI application portal.

Passport-sized photograph.

Proof of sufficient funds (e.g., bank statements or a concrete job offer).

Receipt for the application fee payment.

Checklist (generated after online application).

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Allows extended cultural exchange and work experience with minimal prerequisites beyond age and funds
  • Renewable for up to 2 years total, providing sustained residency for qualifying Australian citizens
  • No job offer required—freedom to seek casual work across diverse sectors while traveling
  • Quick processing time of 1-3 months enables faster travel planning compared to traditional work permits
  • Modest application fee of 6,300 NOK and low upfront cost (approximately 46,464 NOK savings required)
  • Clear pathway to extend stay across 2 one-year grants, supporting longer-term working holiday plans
  • Straightforward application process through UDI online portal with documented steps and requirements

Worth Knowing

  • Strict age requirement: applicants must be 18–30 years old at application (not renewable beyond age limits)
  • Work restrictions: cannot remain with the same employer longer than 6 months; limits career continuity
  • Cannot bring dependents or family members on this visa; purely individual permit
  • Study limitation: permitted only up to 3 months per year, restricting formal education goals during stay
  • Exclusively for Australian citizens; no pathway for other nationalities seeking similar working holiday status
  • Not a permanent residency pathway; intended for temporary cultural exchange, not long-term settlement

Application Process

1

Register online via UDI portal

2

Pay fee

3

Book appointment at VFS or Embassy

4

Submit documents and biometrics

5

Wait for decision

Verified Claims (5)

Last verified Jun 27, 2026
Dependent Visa
false
udi.no
Fee Breakdown
Application fee: 6300 NOK
udi.no
Official Info
https://www.udi.no/en/want-to-apply/work-immigration/exchange-programmes-culture-and-organisational-…
udi.no
Max Stay Estimate
type: years, initialDays: 365, totalDays: 730, notes: 1 year per grant, 2 years maximum total
udi.no
Min Savings
46464
udi.no
Official Information

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