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Visa, Work Permit & Immigration Support in Norway

Expanding into Norway can provide businesses access to a stable and prosperous market, a highly skilled workforce, technological advancements, and favourable business conditions. Norway boasts a robust and stable economy with low unemployment rates and high GDP per capita. It has a well-developed welfare system, sound financial institutions, and a strong focus on sustainability.

Norway has a highly educated and skilled workforce. The country places great emphasis on education and training, resulting in a skilled talent pool that can contribute to the success of businesses operating in various industries.

The Norwegian government actively supports businesses and entrepreneurship through various policies and incentives. It promotes innovation, research and development, and sustainable practices. Additionally, Norway offers favourable tax regimes for businesses, including incentives for research and development activities.

Simplifying Business Immigration: Unlocking Norway’s Potential

Navigating the complex world of business immigration in Norway can challenge employers seeking to hire foreign talent. From obtaining work permits in Norway to ensuring compliance with ever-changing regulations, many legal and logistical hurdles can overwhelm the process. However, with the help of a trusted Global Employer of Record like Acumen, businesses can access expert guidance and support every step of the way.

Our team of immigration specialists provides tailored solutions designed to meet your organization’s unique needs, from gathering all necessary documentation to submitting applications accurately and on time. With our streamlined approach and comprehensive compliance services, we help companies save time and money while ensuring they remain fully compliant with all legal requirements.

By leveraging our extensive expertise in business immigration, employers can confidently navigate the complexities of Norway’s immigration system and focus on what they do best – expanding their business and accessing global talent.

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Global Mobility Made Easy: Partnering with a Global Employer of Record

Challenge Solution
Navigating complex global employment laws and regulations A Global EOR has a team of experts well-versed in local labour laws and regulations. They can ensure compliance with these laws while supporting various employment models, such as full-time employees, independent contractors, and freelancers.
Setting up a legal entity in a foreign country A Global EOR can help businesses bypass the legal complexities of setting up a local entity in a foreign country. This allows them to hire employees and establish a presence in the country without the need for legal expertise or substantial upfront investments.
Managing global payroll and benefits A Global EOR can provide a streamlined payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely employee payment. They can also offer benefits administration solutions such as health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits tailored to the business’s and its employees’ specific needs.
Complying with local tax laws and regulations A Global EOR can help businesses stay up-to-date with local tax laws and regulations, including withholding and remitting taxes and ensuring proper tax reporting.
Immigration compliance A Global EOR can provide ongoing immigration compliance services to ensure businesses comply with local laws and regulations. This includes assisting with filing tax returns, obtaining residence permits, and ensuring foreign workers are properly registered with relevant authorities.
Accessing global talent A Global EOR can help businesses tap into a diverse and skilled global talent pool, giving them a competitive edge in their industry. They can also help businesses identify and target the most relevant talent pools based on their needs.
Reducing employer burden By partnering with a Global EOR, businesses can reduce their employer burden by offloading administrative tasks related to payroll, benefits, and compliance. This allows them to focus on their core business objectives and growth.

Tailored Business Immigration Solutions in Norway

Navigating the complex and ever-changing immigration and employment landscape in foreign countries can be challenging, especially when understanding the nuances of HR and local labour laws. At Global EOR, we offer tailored business immigration solutions to help companies attract, retain, and manage top talent in Norway. Our expert services include customized business visas, work permits, and residence permits to meet clients’ unique needs.

We thoroughly understand the labour, immigration, tax, and other regulatory requirements for each type of permit. We can guide clients through the entire process, from application to renewal. By partnering with us, companies can ensure they meet all legal and compliance requirements while minimizing the administrative burden.

Work Permit Sponsorship for Foreign Employees in Norway

Our Global Employer of Record solution simplifies securing work permits for your foreign employees in Norway. We can sponsor visas and work permits for any number of employees, irrespective of location, and minimize the effort and cost of managing an international workforce.

Comprehensive Immigration Support in Norway

Our extensive business immigration support saves organizations time and money while keeping them compliant with all legal requirements. We offer tailored social business immigration packages for international talent to ensure they encounter no immigration, labour, or tax compliance issues when they arrive in Norway.

Immigration Consultancy in Norway

We help you identify and manage immigration risks and opportunities in your business in Norway. Our team of experts will collaborate with you to create a customized immigration strategy that meets your business objectives while ensuring compliance with all relevant immigration regulations.

Global Mobility Solution for Your International Talent in Norway

Acumen International is your trusted partner in navigating the challenging immigration procedures in Norway, ensuring smooth onboarding and seamless payroll management for your expatriate workforce. With our unrivalled expertise in global mobility and PEO solutions, you can confidently staff your international assignments in Norway, free from the complexities and financial risks typically associated with hiring expatriate personnel.

Our team of experts specializes in global employment and business immigration, providing a comprehensive solution tailored to streamline the process of obtaining work permits for your international employees in Norway. We are well-versed in the timelines and requirements set by the immigration authorities in Norway, ensuring the timely and efficient processing of work permit applications.

By choosing Acumen International, you gain access to our extensive knowledge and experience, enabling you to stay compliant with immigration regulations and seamlessly integrate your international talent into your operations in Norway. We understand the importance of a smooth and efficient immigration process, allowing you to focus on your core business objectives while we handle the intricacies of work permits in Norway.

Learn more about the timelines and requirements for obtaining work permits in Norway below, and let Acumen International be your trusted partner in unlocking the full potential of your international talent.

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Estimated Time for Securing a Work Permit in Norway

Typically, the procedure of work permit issuance in Norway takes from 2 days to 1 week until entry to Norway and a further 1 to 2 months before the whole process is completed.


How to Get a Work Permit in Norway

  1. Residence Permit Application
  2. Entry Visa Collection
  3. Entry to Norway
  4. Residence Card Application

Documents for a Work Permit in Norway

Name Notes Copies
Resume/CV (5 years) Showing relevant professional experience and education for at least the last five years. One clear copy
Copy of passport valid for 12 months With at least two blank visa pages One clear copy
2 Passport Photographs (3.5cm x 4.0cm) Requirements are to be found on the website One original
Application Form It can be completed online. One clear copy
Information on Residential Address Hotel reservation or lease agreement. One clear copy
Employer References (If Applicable) Required only in instances where the skills are based on long work experience (as opposed to a completed vocational training/degree). Letters outlining relevant professional experience, specifically detailing the duration of experience with previous employers, tasks and nature of activities, may be provided. One original
Power of Attorney (Personal) Signed power of attorney if using a third party for application filing and collection. One original
Educational Certificate(s) Proof of education containing information about its duration, its content and the level of the educational institution; should correspond to upper secondary education level, i.e. at least three years, and be equivalent to the same training in Norway. One original
Passport valid for 12 months minimum With at least two blank visa pages One original
Copy of Passport Information Page valid for 12 months One clear copy

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