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Jobs in Norway for Ukrainians 2024: vacancies, salaries, conditions

According to the Embassy of Ukraine in the Kingdom of Norway, more than 70,000 Ukrainians currently live in the country, including labour migrants and war refugees. Almost all of them are employed in the country in various ways - by obtaining a visa or temporary protection. Find out all about working in Norway - vacancies, documents, remuneration and job portals

Legal advice on education and employment abroad for Ukrainians
Legal advice on education and employment abroad for Ukrainians
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According to the European Commission, Norway is one of the best countries to live in. Study and employment opportunities, accessible services and a unique cultural heritage have attracted Ukrainians for decades. Today, thousands of refugees are also heading there to seek protection from the war. Most of them plan to stay in the country for a long time, so they immediately start looking for work. Read all about the procedure for finding and applying for a job in Norway in the material by Visit Ukraine.


How to get a job in Norway?


If you have temporary protection status:


You can start looking for a job in Norway only after you have been granted collective temporary protection status. While your application is being processed, you cannot apply for a work permit or start working directly.


More information about Norway for tourists, military and labour migrants is available on the Visit World portal.


If you have received a work visa:


For long-term employment, you need to be fluent in Norwegian, both orally and in writing. You can work in Norway only on the basis of a work visa.


Our visa specialists can help you go through each stage of the procedure as quickly and efficiently as possible .


What types of work visas are available in Norway?


- visa for skilled workers;

- seasonal work visa;

- Nanny visa (valid for 2 years);

- internship visa;

- a visitor visa (for a period of up to 3 months, without the possibility of extension);

- visa for work in the fishing industry (valid for 1 year).


All information about working in Norway - work visa, positions, vacancies - is on the Visit World portal.


What documents are required for employment in Norway?


1. Colour photos;

2. Copies of civil and international passports;

3. Papers confirming that the applicant has accommodation for the entire period of work;

4. Employment contract (for specialists) or a completed offer of employment form (for seasonal workers)

5. Insurance policy - not only the original, but also a copy. You should only apply to those insurance companies that are approved by the EU - their list can be found here. The price depends on the type of insurance policy;

Also, keep in mind that you will need health insurance to enter the country - you can also purchase it here.


In order to ensure that your package of documents is formed correctly and protects the rights of the employee, we recommend that you consult with specialists in the field of employment before sending them. You can get qualified legal assistance at all stages by following the link on the Visit Ukraine portal.




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Where do Ukrainians work in Norway now?


What jobs in Norway are currently in high demand?


Currently, Norway is among the countries where it is easiest for Ukrainians to find work. There is a demand for labourers in the following professions:

- electricians

- construction workers

- welders

- drivers of motor vehicles;

- mechanics

- carpenters;

- workers in manufacturing.


Where do most Ukrainians work now?


16% of Ukrainians work in the accommodation and catering sectors:

- hotel business

- restaurant business;

- catering;

- bars.


The following areas are also popular among Ukrainians:

- medicine

- social services;

- business services

- industry

- trade;


The most common professions among Ukrainians in Norway are

- room cleaners in large hotels and mini-hotels;

- kitchen assistants;

- nannies.


More information on vacancies, regular and seasonal work for Ukrainians in Norway can be found on the Visit Ukraine portal.


What are the salaries of Ukrainians in Norway?


Migrants in Norway mostly receive about 4000 euros (40 000 NOK). The average salary of an ethnic Norwegian is about 4700 euros (47,000 NOK).


Currently, many Ukrainians who have moved to Norway are returning home. You can find out how to make a route from Norway to Ukraine quickly and conveniently on the Visit Ukraine portal.


Where to look for work in Norway?


To find a job in Norway, you can use the following online services:

- Layboard.com

- Careerjet

- Manpower.no

- Nav.no

- Finn.no

- Parkerdrilling.com

- Gulesider.no

- Plioneer Drilling

- Gastrobaiter.com


If you need any support at all stages of employment abroad, please contact Visit Ukraine specialists. You can get advice on the optimal choice of a job, employer verification, registration and legalisation of diplomas, assistance in organising relocation and solving everyday issues.


Just a reminder. Earlier, we told you that more and more Ukrainians are moving to Norway, which affects the state's social protection policy.


Photo: Ukrainian Pravda


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