Norway

Business visit visa / Work visa

Business visitors to Norway typically use a local version of the "Schengen C Visa", unless they are visa exempt based on their nationality. The Schengen Area limits stays for visitors to 90 days in a 180-day period.

The main work authorization categories are the Residence and Work Permit for Service Providers, suitable for highly skilled staff on temporary assignment to a Norwegian subsidiary or client, available in two-year increments up to a total stay of six years; and the Residence and Work Permit for Skilled Workers, suitable for highly skilled staff locally hired by a Norwegian company, available in three-year increments with no limit on total stay.

Dependents are granted work authorization if the principal applicant meets certain requirements.

Remote work visa

Norway has one of the few progressive-thinking governments out there that have been trying to attract digital nomads to come live and work in their countries.

Norway offers an up to 2-years "Independent Contractor" visa.

Basic Conditions

• You must be self-employed with a contract to work on a project for a business in Norway.
• You must have relevant qualifications to work in your profession.
• Proof of accommodation in Norway
• Show an income of at least €35,719 per year before tax

How To Apply

• Get the required documents listed on Norway’s Directorate of Immigration website.
• Fill out the application, and bring it to the nearest Norwegian Embassy.
• Pay the visa application fee of about 600 €

European Union

Business visit visa / Work visa

Business visitors to the European Union typically use a local version of the "Schengen C Visa" (granted by the country to visit / work in) unless they are visa exempt. The Schengen Area limits stays for visitors to 90 days in any 180-day period, counted cumulatively across the Schengen Area. Depending on the nature of the activities, stays may be limited to 90 days in a 12-month period.

EU Blue Card

The EU Blue Card is Europe's answer to the US Green Card. The EU Blue Card is a work- and residence permit for non-EU/EEA nationals. The European Blue Card provides comprehensive socio-economic rights and a path towards permanent residence and EU citizenship. It is suitable for highly skilled employees who meet a minimum salary requirement, sign an employee contract and are paid via payroll, typically granted for up to four years. Apply here.

EU Intracompany Transferee (ICT) Work and Residence Permit

The "EU ICT Permit" (locally called "ICT Card") is suitable for highly skilled managers, specialists and trainees on assignment within a company group and typically granted for up to three years. The EU-ICT permit is a preferred option for companies who need the best solutions available for intra-corporate mobility of their workforce in Europe.

European Economic Area/EU/Swiss nationals are generally visa and work permit exempt.