Last updated 23 July 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Job seeking visa to Norway for British citizens
Visa overview
Issued to a recent graduate in Norway or a researcher. The applicant must apply upon completing the education but while their study permit is valid. Sufficient funds requirements apply (at least NOK 27116 per month). The applicant is allowed to work in jobs that do not require skilled workers during the job-seeking process but cannot be self-employed or run a business in Norway.
Eligible individuals
Recent graduate, researcher
Time frames and cost
Documents
Mandatory
Supporting
Additional
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
Requirements
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of one or more member states.
Insurance policy for the entire period of stay, meeting the minimum mandatory or recommended requirements for the country.
Visa Information
English international
Type of visa
Residence Permit
Category
Job seeking visa
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