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Yes. The study permit allows limited part-time work, and recent graduates can use a time-limited job-seeker permit to look for skilled work. Study time does not count towards permanent residence, so you would usually move onto a qualifying permit such as Skilled Worker.
International students in Norway can work on a limited part-time basis during their studies under the study permit, which helps with living costs. After completing a degree or research in Norway, there is also a job-seeker permit that lets recent graduates and researchers stay on to look for skilled work, provided they meet the skilled-worker level and apply before their existing permit expires.
The important catch is that neither study nor job-seeker time counts towards permanent residence. So while these permits give you a foothold, the route to settling usually runs through a permit that does count — most commonly the Skilled Worker permit once you secure a qualifying job offer.
Planning that transition early makes the path smoother, especially since the job-seeker permit is time-limited and not renewable. ACME can help you sequence the move from study to work to eventual settlement, and we recommend confirming the current conditions on udi.no.
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Guidance only, not legal advice. ACME is an independent consultancy, not affiliated with any government. Rules change, confirm details with official sources.