Student at an upper secondary school
Who it's for: For a person admitted to an upper secondary school in Norway.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Study place needed: Yes
- Money to show: NOK 170,368
- Main fee: NOK 5,400
- Can lead to permanent residence: No
- Decision time: Official processing-time tool
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | NOK 5,400 | — | udi.noOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
| Money to show | NOK 170,368 | — | udi.noOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
5 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Study place neededYesOfficial wording
“You must have been admitted to an upper secondary school.”
Money to showNOK 170,368Official wording
“NOK 15 488 per month, or NOK 170 368 per year”
Main feeNOK 5,400Official wording
“Study permit for applicants over the age of 18 (also renewals) NOK 5 400”
Can lead to permanent residenceNoOfficial wording
“You cannot apply for a permanent residence permit in Norway immediately after having held a study permit.”
Decision timeOfficial processing-time tool ↗Official wording
“Here you can find UDI’s waiting times for first-time applications, renewals, and appeals.”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Salary threshold; Family can join; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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