International students: working part-time while studying in Norway

✅ Work Permit

• EU/EEA Students:
  No work permit needed. You can work after registering with the police.

• Non-EU/EEA Students:
  You’re allowed to work up to 20 hours per week during the academic year and full-time during holidays. This permission is granted along with your Study Permit and lasts as long as your permit is valid.

🔗 International students – studying and working in Norway

⚠️ Important Notes for All International Students:

• Finding a part-time job can be challenging.
• Do not rely solely on part-time work to fund your studies.
• Exceeding your permitted work hours may affect your academic performance and could lead to immigration issues.

🔗 Find more information about the regulations for students on this webpage: International students – studying and working in Norway - The Norwegian Tax Administration (skatteetaten.no)

💳 Tax Deduction Card

• If you earn wages in Norway, you must pay tax.
• Apply for a tax deduction card as soon as possible via the Tax Administration.
• If you don’t have a card, your employer must withhold 50% of your wages.

🔗 Order a tax deduction card
🔗 Find your local tax office

🔍 Tips for Success:

• Set realistic expectations – jobs are easier to find if you're staying long-term.
• Prepare thoroughly – understand work permits, taxes, and open a Norwegian bank account.
• Network – ask fellow students and attend social events.
• Be proactive – visit employers in person with your CV and a smile!

💡 Best Practices:

• Promote yourself creatively.
• Research local employers.
• Dress professionally and be polite when introducing yourself.

🧾 Common Part-Time Jobs:

• Tourist guide
• Lab assistant
• Babysitter (especially for international families)
• Waiter, cook, dishwasher
• Cleaning, gardening, newspaper delivery
• Fitness instructor, warehouse work
• Proofreading (native English speakers)

🌐 Job Portals:

• finn.no
• nav.no
• jobbnorge.no
• adecco.no
• manpower.no
• EURES Portal

🗣️ Language & Flexibility:

• Many unqualified jobs accept English speakers.
• Employers value flexibility, efficiency, and a positive attitude.
• Most job ads are in Norwegian — use translation tools if needed.

🔗 Work in Norway – NAV

✅ Your Rights

• Legal Protection: You are entitled to fair working conditions, including regulated working hours, rest breaks, and protection against discrimination.
• Health and Social Benefits: Once you start working, you may become a member of the Norwegian National Insurance Scheme (Check the official websites below!), which gives you access to:
  • Health care services
  • Pension rights
  • Parental and sickness benefits (depending on your work status and duration)
• Equal Treatment: You have the same rights as Norwegian workers, regardless of your nationality, as long as you are legally employed.

📌 Your Duties

• Work Permit: Non-EU/EEA students must have a valid study permit that includes permission to work part-time (up to 20 hours per week during semesters).
• Tax Obligations: You must apply for a tax deduction card and pay taxes on your earnings. If you don’t have a card, your employer may withhold 50% of your wages.
• National Insurance Contributions: You are required to contribute to the National Insurance Scheme, which funds your social benefits .
• Respect Work Limits: Do not exceed the permitted number of working hours. Violations can affect your academic performance and may lead to immigration consequences.

🌐 Useful Resources

• 🔗 Working in Norway – Practical Information
• 🔗 NAV – The Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration
• 🔗 Work in Norway – The Official Guide
• 🔗 UDI – Part-Time Work for Students