Study / Student in Norway

Study Permit

Residence permit for third-country nationals admitted to an approved full-time education in Norway, with proof of sufficient funds and housing. Allows part-time work up to 20 hours/week plus full-time in holidays.

Processing time

Varies by nationality; monthly email/SMS updates. See UDI study-permit waiting-time guide.

Language requirement

Depends on programme language of instruction.

Permanent residence

Study time generally does not count toward PR on its own; transition to a work permit is the path forward.

Requirements

• Acceptance to an approved full-time education
• Proof of sufficient funds (deposited in Norwegian bank or institution deposit account)
• Suitable housing
• Valid passport

Required Documents

• Valid passport required
• Admission letter from an approved institution required
• Proof of funds deposited in a Norwegian bank or institution deposit account required
• Documentation of housing required
• Receipt of paid fee required

Official fees

• Application fee (18+) 5,400 NOK
• Application fee (under 18) 2,700 NOK
• Financial means required (university/college/vocational, per year) 170,368 NOK

Process Steps

1. 1

   Obtain admission

   Get admission to an approved full-time education programme.

2. 2

   Deposit funds

   Deposit the required funds in a Norwegian bank account or the institution's deposit account.

3. 3

   Register application

   Register on UDI's application portal (My page), choosing your study subcategory.

4. 4

   Pay fee

   Pay the study-permit fee.

5. 5

   Attend appointment

   Book and attend an appointment at the embassy/VFS abroad (or police if already in Norway) with documents and biometrics.

Official Sources

• UDI - Studies Official
• UDI - Study permit Official
• UDI - Answers for study permits Official
• UDI - Fees Official