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Processing fee:
A case processing fee must be paid for all applications, whatever the outcome. The visa section advices all applicants to register their application, pay the fee and book an appointment in our Application portal.
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Who can be granted a residence permit as a skilled worker?
Please have a look at UDI's website for more information about how to apply for a residence permit as a skilled worker. http://www.udi.no/Norwegian-Directorate-of-Immigration/Central-topics/Work-and-residence/Apply-for-a-residence-permit/Skilled-workers/
If you are an etnic cook please follow this link for more information. http://www.udi.no/Norwegian-Directorate-of-Immigration/Central-topics/Work-and-residence/Apply-for-a-residence-permit/Ethnic-cooks/
Please note that there are specific requirements for Chinese cooks.
Please be informed that in addition to the documents listed on UDI's website, Chinese applicants also need to enclose a copy of hukou with English translation on a seperate paper.