Turkish citizens moving to Kingdom of Norway
Turkish 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
Tourist-entry rules for Turkish nationals are set by Utlendingsdirektoratet (UDI) and change periodically — check the official entry-requirements page before travelling. Either way, tourist entry does not confer the right to work, study long-term, or establish residence.
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
Long-tail depth brief
Turkish to Kingdom of Norway at a glance
Version 2026-07-02
| Signal | Current value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Covered routes | 4 1 do not require an employer sponsor; 1 are marked as settlement routes. | Visa route dataset |
| Sponsor-free routes | 1 Job-Seeker Visa (Oppholdstillatelse for aa soeke arbeid som faglart). | Visa route dataset |
| Settlement-mapped routes | 1 Skilled Worker Residence Permit (Oppholdstillatelse som faglaert). | Visa route dataset |
| Dominant skilled route | Skilled Worker Residence Permit (Oppholdstillatelse som faglaert) Sponsor or job offer required; settlement route. | UDI — Skilled workers - 8 July 2026 |
| Published salary floor | NOK 545,400/yr Skilled worker permit - bachelor-level salary floor where no collective agreement applies | UDI - Pay and working conditions in Norway - 1 July 2026 |
| Government cost example | NOK 6,300 Single adult skilled-worker applicant | UDI - Fees - 1 July 2026 |
Index rule: Rendered on nationality corridor pages that pass shouldIndexCorridor; sparse fallback-only corridors remain omitted from static generation and sitemap. Source datasets: /api/public/visas, /api/public/salary-thresholds, /api/public/processing-times, /api/public/fees.
What this means for Turkish citizens
Of the 4 Kingdom of Norway routes we cover, 1 can be started without an employer sponsor and 1 have confirmed permanent residence mapping. Language-test requirements vary by route — check each route below for the requirement set out in its official source.
Headline figures — Skilled Worker Residence Permit (Oppholdstillatelse som faglaert)
Computed from our continuously re-verified, primary-sourced data. Indicative, not legal advice.
Salary you must earn
NOK 545,400/yr
Skilled worker permit - bachelor-level salary floor where no collective agreement applies
Verified 1 July 2026 · UDI - Pay and working conditions in Norway
Government cost
NOK 6,300
Single adult skilled-worker applicant
First-time family immigration: NOK 11,900 per adult and NOK 5,950 per child under 18.
Verified 1 July 2026 · UDI - Fees
Time to permanent residence
Skilled worker permit -> permanent residence after about 3 qualifying years -> citizenship after meeting the UDI citizenship residence category.
Leads to Permanent residence permit, then Norwegian citizenship.
All Kingdom of Norway routes open to Turkish 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 job offer, relevant qualifications, normally full-time work (at least 80% can be accepted), and pay that meets UDI's normal-pay rules. It can lead to permanent residence after 3 years.
Sponsor required · Leads to settlement
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 sponsor needed · Non-settlement
International Company Assignment Permit
Residence permit for skilled workers employed abroad who are assigned to a Norwegian branch or Norwegian client company.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Student Residence Permit (Oppholdstillatelse for studier)
Residence permit for international students at Norwegian universities — tuition-free at public institutions, with part-time work rights.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Frequently asked questions
Can Turkish citizens enter Kingdom of Norway without a visa?+
Tourist-entry rules for Turkish nationals are set by Utlendingsdirektoratet (UDI) and change periodically — check the official entry-requirements page before travelling. Either way, tourist entry does not confer the right to work, study long-term, or establish residence.
Which Kingdom of Norway visa routes are best suited to Turkish applicants?+
Turkish 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 Turkish 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 Turkish 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 Turkish 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.
How much does the Skilled Worker Residence Permit (Oppholdstillatelse som faglaert) cost for a Turkish applicant?+
Government fees for the worked example (Single adult skilled-worker applicant) total about NOK 6,300. First-time family immigration: NOK 11,900 per adult and NOK 5,950 per child under 18. Figures from UDI - Fees, verified 1 July 2026. Treat these as indicative — confirm the current schedule on the official source before budgeting.
What salary do Turkish applicants need for the Skilled Worker Residence Permit (Oppholdstillatelse som faglaert)?+
The Skilled worker permit - bachelor-level salary floor where no collective agreement applies floor is NOK 545,400/yr, effective 1 July 2026 (UDI - Pay and working conditions in Norway). Your occupation's published going rate may bind higher — whichever is greater applies.
How long until permanent residence in Kingdom of Norway?+
Skilled worker permit -> permanent residence after about 3 qualifying years -> citizenship after meeting the UDI citizenship residence category. The route leads to Permanent residence permit, then Norwegian citizenship. See UDI - Skilled workers for the qualifying-residence rules.