Developed as a world class economic and social system, Norway presents a unique and exemplary national case. Sustaining this level of development depends on the country’s high level educational attainment and research culture to many. A recent report from the Minister of Research and Higher Education supports this projection. Accordingly, there ...

Do you wish to come to Norway to work? If you have a university level education, specialist training, a craft certificate or special qualifications, you can apply for a residence and work permit for skilled workers. In order to be granted a residence permit for skilled workers, you must be a ...

The average Norwegian is unafraid that nearly half of Oslo’s population will have immigrant backgrounds by 2040, a survey conducted for newspaper Aften shows. According to the poll, 38 percent of the respondents believe life will remain the same, 23 percent think the city could benefit from more immigrants, and 32 ...

Justice Ministry officials are promising to at least “adjust” tough new immigration rules that have made it increasingly difficult for foreign spouses of Norwegian citizens to obtain residence and working permission in Norway. Even immigration agency UDI (Utlendingsdirektoratet) thinks the new rules are too strict, and has recommended changes. “We have ...