How to Become a Nurse or Midwife in Norway: Step-by-Step Guide (2025)

Thinking of working as a nurse or midwife in Norway? In this video, I walk you through the exact step-by-step process to become a registered nurse or licensed midwife in Norway—especially if you're from outside the EU/EEA.
You'll learn:
✅ Education & qualification requirements
✅ How to get your credentials recognized (SAK application)
✅ Language requirements (Norwegian B2)
✅ Work permits & residence visas
✅ Job search tips and salary expectations
✅ Life as a healthcare worker in Norway
Whether you're coming from Africa, Asia, the Middle East, or another non-EU country, this guide will help you avoid mistakes and speed up the process.
Chapters
00:00 Recap from previous video
00:55 Introduction
01:15 Process of becoming a Nurse in Norway
02:04 Note for Nurses with Diploma
02:50 Application process (Navigating the Norwegian Health Directorate website to submit application and document)
19:35 Cost and Payment Authorization Request
20:00 Processing time
22:00 Supplementary training/Adaption period
23:00 Norwegian Language Proficiency exam
23:40 Job application
24:45 Resident Permit application



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Link to previous video;
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Link to Job application sites mentioned;
Portal Link
NAV (official govt job portal) https://arbeidsplassen.nav.no
Finn.no https://www.finn.no/job/fulltime/sear...
Jobbsafari https://www.jobbsafari.no/
Indeed Norway https://no.indeed.com/
Dedicare (nurse staffing agency) https://www.dedicare.no/
Vacant Helse (staffing agency) https://www.vacant.no/

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📌 Disclaimer:
The information shared in this video is for general educational and informational purposes only. I am not an immigration advisor, lawyer, or representative of any government agency. While I aim to provide accurate and up-to-date information based on official sources, immigration policies, healthcare regulations, and procedures may change over time.
Please consult the official websites of Norwegian authorities such as the Directorate of Health (Helsedirektoratet), UDI (Norwegian Directorate of Immigration), or seek advice from qualified professionals before making any decisions regarding migration, registration, or employment.
Your journey may differ based on your qualifications, country of origin, and personal circumstances.