Get working as quickly as possible
At SUA, you can sort out everything you need to work in Norway in one place. We offer quick case processing and guidance in several languages.
SUA is a collaboration between the police, the Tax Administration, the Labour Inspection Authority and the Directorate of Immigration (UDI). There are SUA offices in Oslo, Stavanger, Bergen, Trondheim and Kirkenes.
Who can get help at SUA?
You can get help at SUA if you’re
- a foreign worker
- a family member of a foreign worker
- an employer of a foreign worker
This is what you can do at SUA
The police/UDI
At the police/UDI desk, you can:
- get a registration certificate
- apply for a residence card
- hand in supporting documents regarding your residence permit application (if you're in Norway when you apply)
The Tax Administration
At the Tax Administration's desk, you can:
- apply for a tax deduction card if you’re going to work in Norway
- report a move to Norway if you’re staying for more than 6 months
If you do not have a Norwegian identification number (national identity number or D number), the Tax Administration may issue one of them to you if you meet the requirements.
The Labour Inspection Authority
At the Labour Inspection Authority's desk, you can get:
- information about your rights and obligations in Norwegian working life
- guidance about health, safety, and the environment (HSE) at the workplace
- information about HSE cards and how to order them
- practical advice on what to do if you're having problems at work
You can also send in anonymous tips about illegal or dangerous conditions at the workplace.