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Au pair in Norway.
Fjords and generous allowances. Here is what the exchange typically looks like there — money, hours, paperwork and pace of life.
- Typical pocket money
- kr1200–kr1400 / week
- Hours
- Max 30 hours / week
- Time off
- 2 days off weekly
- Typical stay
- Up to 24 months
- Language
- Norwegian (English widely spoken)
The visa, in plain language
Norway's au pair scheme is a cultural exchange permit with a set minimum allowance, a compulsory Norwegian course paid for by the family, and a strict 30-hour weekly cap enforced by the Directorate of Immigration.
- 01
Sign the standard Norwegian au pair contract
- 02
Family funds a Norwegian language course as part of the deal
- 03
Apply for the au pair residence permit at the embassy or online
- 04
Register with the police and tax office within a week of arrival
Typical current practice, January 2026 — not legal advice. Always check the country's official immigration guidance before applying.
What makes Norway different
- Among the highest allowances in the world for au pairs
- Language course paid by the family as a legal condition
- Fjords, skiing and hiking within an hour of most cities
- Very strong enforcement of hours and days off
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