I have a residence permit as a skilled worker with an employer in Norway, but and I have lost my job. Can I stay in Norway?
If you lose your job, you need to notify the police where you live within seven days. You can then stay in Norway for up to six months to look for a new job. Your residence permit must still be valid for the duration of this period.
- If you get a new job and will be working in the same type of position as before, you do not need to apply for a new residence permit. However, you must notify the police where you live within seven days of starting the new job.
- If you get a new job but are going to have a different type of position than before, you must apply for a new residence permit. You cannot start in the new position until you have been granted a new residence permit.