Chilean citizens moving to Kingdom of Norway
Chilean nationals typically move to Kingdom of Norway through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Utlendingsdirektoratet (UDI), so check each route below for its primary source.
We cover 4 Norway routes — 1 can be started without a job offer, and 1 lead to permanent residence.
Tourist entry
No. Chilean nationals require a visa to enter Kingdom of Norway, even for short tourism. A separate residence or work route is required for long-term stay.
Treaty & bilateral memberships
No nationality-specific treaty routes apply.
Consular processing: a Kingdom of Norway consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence
What this means for Chilean citizens
Of the 4 Kingdom of Norway routes we cover, 1 can be started without an employer sponsor and 1 can lead to permanent residence. Expect a language test or qualification-recognition step, since language alignment is only partial.
All Kingdom of Norway routes open to Chilean applicants
General routes available to all nationalities. Click any to read the full guide.
Skilled Worker Residence Permit (Oppholdstillatelse som faglaert)
Norway's main work permit for skilled workers — requires a concrete full-time job offer and relevant qualifications. Leads to permanent residence after just 3 years.
Job offer required · Leads to permanent residence
Job-Seeker Visa (Oppholdstillatelse for aa soeke arbeid som faglart)
Up to 1-year residence permit to enter Norway and search for skilled employment in person — available to qualified professionals.
No job offer needed · Temporary
Intra-Company Transfer (ICT Permit)
Residence permit for managers, specialists, and trainees transferred from a foreign branch to a Norwegian entity of the same corporate group.
Job offer required · Temporary
Student Residence Permit (Oppholdstillatelse for studier)
Residence permit for international students at Norwegian universities — tuition-free at public institutions, with part-time work rights.
Job offer required · Temporary
Frequently asked questions
Can Chilean citizens enter Kingdom of Norway without a visa?+
No. Chilean nationals require a visa to enter Kingdom of Norway, even for short tourism. A separate residence or work route is required for long-term stay.
Which Kingdom of Norway visa routes are best suited to Chilean applicants?+
Chilean nationals typically move to Kingdom of Norway through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Utlendingsdirektoratet (UDI), so check each route below for its primary source.
Where do Chilean applicants typically apply for a Kingdom of Norway visa?+
Applications are typically processed at a Kingdom of Norway consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence. Some digital and in-country applications can be filed directly with Kingdom of Norway's immigration authority without a consular visit.
Do Chilean citizens need a job offer to move to Kingdom of Norway?+
Not necessarily. 1 of the 4 Kingdom of Norway routes we cover can be started without an employer sponsor, while the rest need a sponsoring employer or job offer. If you do not have an offer yet, the no-sponsor routes are the place to start.
Can Chilean citizens get permanent residence in Kingdom of Norway?+
Yes. 1 of the 4 Kingdom of Norway routes we cover lead toward settlement or permanent residence; the others are temporary. Timelines vary by route, so check the settlement detail on each visa page.