Learn Norwegian
: 18. December 2024
Refugees between the ages of 18 and 67 are entitled to Norwegian language tuition in the municipality where they live. You can find more information about Norwegian language tuition here.
Norwegian language tuition is part of the Introduction Programme for those who have a right and obligation to participate in the programme.
Who may receive Norwegian tuition?
If you are taking part in the Introduction Programme, you are entitled to Norwegian language tuition in the municipality where you live.
How long can you participate?
The number of years you have gone to school in your home country determines how long you can take Norwegian language tuition. If you move to another municipality, you retain the right to tuition in Norwegian. If you have valid leave from tuition, it will be extended by a period equivalent to your leave.
You are entitled to Norwegian language tuition even if you don’t participate in the Introduction Programme. In some cases, the right to Norwegian language tuition lasts longer than the Introduction Programme, and you can continue Norwegian language tuition even if you have completed the Introduction Programme and have found a job.
Why do you need to take part in tuition?
Norwegian language tuition will help you to achieve a language level that will enable you to start working. Norwegian language tuition can also be combined with work, for example by taking classes in the evening or online. The municipality will offer you one free Norwegian language test. The Norwegian language test documents your skill in the Norwegian language.
Participants in the Introduction Programme also have an obligation to complete Norwegian language tuition and to take a final test in Norwegian. It is important that you fulfil the obligation if you are going to apply for a permanent residence permit at a later date.
What do you learn?
You learn to read, write and speak Norwegian in Norwegian language tuition. This means that you get to know words and concepts that you need as an employee in Norway.
Norwegian language tuition can take place in a classroom, but also in the context of a work placement or workplace. The tuition will prepare you to participate in any further training, education, work and community life.
How can I document my Norwegian language skills?
After you have completed Norwegian language tuition, you take a Norwegian language test. The municipality organises the test, and you have the right to take the test free of charge once. The Norwegian language test documents your skill in Norwegian.
If you have collective protection from Ukraine, you can choose to take the Norwegian test if you so wish.
Practise your Norwegian skills
Better Norwegian language skills will give you a better life in Norway. Norwegian language practice is for everyone who wants to practise their Norwegian. You do not need to register. At Norwegian language practice, you will meet other people who also want to practise their Norwegian. Sessions will include reading newspaper articles, role-play and general conversation.
The following NGOs provide Norwegian language practice for free. Contact the individual organisation to find out how to join.
Practise your Norwegian skills
Online resources
Here you will find an overview of online resources that you can use on your own before municipal training starts, or in combination with tuition in the Norwegian language and social studies organised by the municipality.