Norway•Europe1-3 months
NOK 6,300 NOK
Varies by filing options
1 year
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
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.
| Initial grant | 1 year |
AustraliaVisas you can typically switch to from this status.
Norway
NorwayMust 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).
Min. Savings
46,464 EUR
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).
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