Work / Immigration visa · Central African Republic to Norway

Residence Permit for Seasonal Workers

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 180 days
• Processing time: 1-3 months
• Fee: NOK 6300
• Validity: Up to 6 months within any 12-month period. Must leave Norway for 6 months before reapplying.
• Entry: Single entry

For temporary seasonal work in agriculture, forestry, fish processing, tourism, and restaurant industries. Work must be seasonal in nature (only performed at certain times of year) or serve as holiday cover for a permanent employee. Agriculture and forestry positions do not require NAV (Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration) labor market approval. The permit does not lead to permanent residence. The worker must leave Norway after the permit expires and wait 6 months before applying for a new seasonal permit.

Eligibility

• Nationality

  All non-EU/EEA nationals. EU/EEA nationals can work seasonally without a permit.

• Employment

  Must have a seasonal job offer in agriculture, forestry, fish processing, tourism, or restaurant industry. Work must be seasonal in nature or holiday cover.

  Required status: Seasonal job offer in agriculture, forestry, fish processing, tourism, or restaurant

• Purpose of visit

  Seasonal employment only. Cannot switch to a different permit type while in Norway on a seasonal permit.

  Includes

  • Seasonal work

Documents you need

• Accommodation proof

  Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

  Must cover full stay: No

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

• Visa fee payment

  Amount: NOK 6,300

• Work contract

  Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.

  Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No

How to apply

1. Online application

   Apply online through UDI's Application Portal. Employer may apply on behalf of the worker.

2. Document gathering

   Prepare employment contract, passport, accommodation proof, and any previous seasonal work documentation.

3. Fee payment

   Pay NOK 6,300 application fee.

4. Appointment booking

   Book appointment at Norwegian embassy/consulate or VFS Global center.

5. Biometrics

   Provide biometrics at appointment.

6. Document submission

   Submit documents for verification.

7. Processing wait

   Processing takes 1-3 months.

8. Visa collection

   Receive entry visa and travel to Norway. Register with police upon arrival.

• Apply for an e-Visa online (opens in new tab)

This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.