Planning to Work in Norway? Here’s the New Minimum Salary You’ll Need from September 2025.

15 June 2025 · Europe Permit

  • 💼 New Salary Thresholds
    Starting September 1, 2025, Norway will implement higher salary requirements for foreign workers applying for residence and work permits.

  • 🎓 Bachelor’s Degree Holders
    Positions requiring a bachelor’s degree will necessitate a minimum annual salary of NOK 522,600 (€45,190), up from NOK 469,366 (€40,587).

  • 🎓 Master’s Degree Holders
    Roles demanding a master’s degree will require at least NOK 599,200 (€51,802), an increase from NOK 513,100 (€44,358).

  • 📈 Aligning with Wage Growth
    These adjustments aim to align foreign workers’ wages with Norway’s rising national wage levels and protect labor market standards.

  • 📝 Collective Agreements
    Foreign workers in industries with collective agreements must be paid at the negotiated rate stated in those agreements.

  • 📉 Exceptions Possible
    Applicants may qualify with a lower salary if they can prove it reflects the local standard for their occupation and region, with substantial evidence.

  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Reunification
    The minimum income requirement for sponsors bringing family members has increased to NOK 400,000 (€34,116) per year.

  • 📊 Impact on Foreign Job Seekers
    These changes may affect foreign job seekers, especially in sectors with lower average wages.

  • 🛂 Application Process
    Applicants must provide proof of salary, employment contract, and educational qualifications during the application process.

  • 🔍 Stay Informed
    Regularly check updates from the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI) to ensure compliance with the latest requirements.

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