Norway's Aupair Program allows young people to increase their language ability and gain greater knowledge of Norway and Norwegian culture by living with a Norwegian family. In exchange for room, board and pocket money, they carry out tasks such as housework and child minding for their host family.
Separate rules apply for citizens of EU/EEA countries. (See below)
In order to obtain a work permit as an au pair in Norway, you must:
Be aged between 18 and 30
As a rule, not share the same nationality as anyone in the host family
Have a concrete offer of employment in the form of an employment contract signed by you and the host family before you apply
The permit must be granted prior to entry into Norway
The permit is valid for up to two years and does not constitute grounds for a permanent settlement permit.
Single people without children cannot be a host family. Host family's in Norway can not be related to their aupair. The family must speak Norwegian as a matter of course, and represent Norwegian culture.
If one or more of the host family members are of a foreign nationality or background, this should generally not be the same as yours. If one of the host parents is of the same nationality as you, they must have lived in Norway for at least 10 years. Families may only host one Aupair.
Norwegian host families will supply aupairs with their own room, free board and lodging, and at least NOK 4,000 per month in pay before taxes.
The position is taxable and must be taxed on income over the amount of the exemption card. This also applies to the receipt of board and lodging. For further information see www.udi.no
Aupair's in Norway must not exceed 5 working hours per day, and max 30 hours per week. You may not work more than 30 hours, even if you are paid extra.