Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.
Issued for long-term residence to individuals who have completed higher education or vocational training. The applicant must normally already have received a job offer or have their own business. For the citizens of countries that require a visa to enter Norway, UDI will ask the embassy of Norway in the applicant's place of residence to issue an entry visa (D-visa).
Visa validity period
The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
from 1 year to 3 years
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
kr 6,300 (~$670)
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Eligible individuals
Skilled worker with an employer in Norway
Visa validity period:
3 years
Duration of stay:
3 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
kr 6,300 (~$670)
Eligible individuals
Religious leader or teacher
Visa validity period:
1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
kr 6,300 (~$670)
Eligible individuals
Athlete as top-level sports participant, coach in top-level sports
Visa validity period:
1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
kr 6,300 (~$670)
Eligible individuals
Self-employed, businessman, entrepreneur
Visa validity period:
1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
kr 6,300 (~$670)
Eligible individuals
Self-employed, businessman, entrepreneur
Visa validity period:
2 years
Duration of stay:
2 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
kr 6,300 (~$670)
Eligible individuals
Employee on assignment
Visa validity period:
2 years
Duration of stay:
2 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
kr 6,300 (~$670)
Last updated 2026-04-13
Travel purpose:
Residence permit
, business
, work