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You don't necessarily need to speak Norwegian or German to get IT jobs in Norway or Germany respectively, but having some knowledge of the language can significantly enhance your job prospects.
Many Norwegian companies, especially in the tech sector, use English as their working language. This makes it possible for non-Norwegian speakers to find IT jobs. Norway has a high demand for skilled IT professionals, particularly in areas like software development, artificial intelligence, data engineering and cloud computing.
After securing a job in tech field without a German or Norwegian proficiency, you should start learning one of these languages to prepare for your PR and Citizenship. Proficiency in the local language will give some guarantee to shortlist your CV and it is useful for both expats in Europe and job seekers outside Europe.
B1 level of German proficiency is a common requirement for PR applications, indicating the ability to understand and communicate in everyday situations.
For Work
For PR
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Difficulty Level
German A1 - For beginners
German A2 - A little more difficult, basic knowledge of the language is required
German B1 - For advanced learners, you should be able to speak German well
German B2 - You must be able to speak German fluently
German C1 - First step towards bilingualism, very good knowledge of German required
German C2 - Highest German certificate, native speaker level
Transform your language proficiency into a competitive edge that drives measurable career advancement and business success.
In Norway, the rules are slightly different for the PR/ Citizenship eligibility based on the skills, background and nationality of the candidate.
If you are a skilled worker in the tech industry or university, you should complete 225 hours of Norwegian language training and complete 75 hours of social studies training. In a usual case, Norwegian and social studies is available as a package from a language school. You are not required to pass any tests in the Norwegian language or social studies as a skilled worker.
For Norwegian courses, the UDI approves a maximum of 12 hours per week and 48 hours per month. A course length of a minimum of 5 months is required, to meet the requirement of 225 hours.
The citizenship test is a requirement for Norwegian citizenship, and it's designed to assess an applicant's understanding of Norwegian society and their ability to integrate into Norwegian life.
To locate the best school to study social studies and Norwegian for citizenship and PR, get in touch with SITER. In order to obtain permanent residency, your family members who are living with you in Norway must also complete Norwegian and Social Studies coursework.
With a proactive approach and the right resources, you can secure a fulfilling career in Germany’s and Norway’s dynamic tech industry.
