Salary Increase Requirements for Work Permit Applicants in Norway coming into force Today, September 1st

Previously announced in June, the salary increase requirements for a work permit for foreign applicants in Norway come into application today, September 1^st.

According to the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI), foreign workers who will be working in a sector covered by a collective agreement must be paid the collective wage rate.

In line with the new rules that are set to become effective starting today, September 1, those applying for work permits to carry out roles that require a bachelor’s degree must be paid NOK 522,600 (around €45,190) per year, up from the current NOK 469,366 (around €40,587).

On the other hand, foreigners carrying out positions that require a master’s degree must be paid NOK 599,200 (around €51,802) yearly, up from the current NOK 513,100 (around 44,358€) to be granted a work permit by the Norwegian authorities.