# Part-time work and work permit

**Source**: https://www.uio.no/english/studies/international-students/while-in-oslo/part-time-work.html
**Parent**: https://www.uio.no/english/studies/career/

Be aware that it can be difficult to obtain a part-time job in order to supplement your budget. There are a limited amount of jobs available for students without knowledge of Norwegian.

If you want to work while studying in Norway, different rules applies to you as a student depending on your citizenship. [Read more about what you must do](https://www.skatteetaten.no/en/person/foreign/international-students/) when you come to Norway to study and maybe work (skatteetaten.no).  See also [Work in Norway – The Official Guide](https://www.workinnorway.no/en/Home).

## EU/EEA citizens

- You do not need a work permit
- You can start to work and study in Norway from day one
- As an EU/EEA student you must [register with the police within 3 months](https://www.uio.no/english/studies/international-students/policeregistration-eu.html) after arrival in Norway.

## Non-EU/EEA citizens

- You can work up to **20 hours pr week**during your first year of study.
- You can work full-time during the holidays.
- The part-time work permit has the same duration as the study permit.
- Part-time work permit as a student only allows you to be an employee. You are therefore not allowed to set up your own business (sole proprietorship - enkeltmannsforetak) while you are on a student permit.

### Renewal of part-time work permit

- When [renewing the study permit](https://www.uio.no/english/studies/international-students/while-in-oslo/renewal-residence-permit.html), the part-time work permit is **not**automatically renewed.
- You must document satisfactory progress in your studies in order to continue to work part-time.

## Tax deduction card

If you get a part-time job, you will need to [apply for a tax deduction card with the Tax Administration](https://www.skatteetaten.no/en/person/foreign/are-you-intending-to-work-in-norway/).

## Learn more about part-time work in Norway

Each semester, we offer webinars for international students where you can learn more about the procedures and formalities related to part-time work in Norway.

The next webinar will be announced here once the date is confirmed.

### Presentations from the previous webinar

- [Presentation from Orientation meeting 5 February 2026](https://www.uio.no/english/studies/international-students/while-in-oslo/part-time-work-in-norway.pdf) (pdf)

## [Planning your career after graduation](https://www.uio.no/english/studies/career/)

UiO offer workshops for students who are looking for a full-time job in Norway after graduation. [Sign up for the course you wish to attend.](https://www.uio.no/english/studies/career/courses-and-events/)

## Questions?

Contact Knutepunktet - [International Student Reception](http://www.uio.no/english/studies/contact/)

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