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Norway

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Overview

Capital

Oslo

Currency

NOK

Continent

Europe

Entry requirements

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Popular passport access to Norway

Passport Status Max Stay
Austria Visa Free
Belgium Visa Free
Bulgaria Visa Free
Croatia Visa Free
Cyprus Visa Free
Czechia Visa Free
Denmark Visa Free
Estonia Visa Free
Finland Visa Free
France Visa Free

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Monthly costs

Oslo

Rent (center)

2,000 USD/mo

Groceries

600 USD/mo

Transport

90 USD/mo

Est. Monthly Total

2,840 USD/mo

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Work Permits

  • Skilled Worker Visa

    Duration: Up to 3 years, renewable

    Workers with relevant qualifications and a concrete job offer in Norway

  • Job Seeker Visa (Skilled Workers)

    Duration: Up to 1 year, non-renewable

    Skilled professionals seeking employment in Norway

  • Independent Contractor Visa

    Duration: 1 year, renewable

    Self-employed professionals with contracts with Norwegian clients

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Salary & Tax

Income Tax Range

22% – 39%

Social Security (Employee)

0.078%

Rates include bracket tax (trinnskatt) plus flat 22% general tax. Employee social security (trygdeavgift) is 7.8%.

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Useful Services

Wise

Manage money in NOK with low fees and the real exchange rate.

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World Nomads

Travel and health insurance for your move to Norway.

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