Study Permit (Studietillatelse) vs D4 Student Visa
Student visa comparison: Norway and Portugal. Tuition, work rights, financial requirements and post-study pathways.
Overview
 NO
Study Permit (Studietillatelse)
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 PT
D4 Student Visa
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| Country | Norway | Portugal |
| Program type | Full time | Full time |
| Status | Active | Active |
At a glance
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Study Permit (Studietillatelse)
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PT
D4 Student Visa
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| Initial duration | 12 mo | 4 mo |
| Proof of funds | $17,461 | $12,779 |
| Application fee | $565 | $127 |
| Work during study | Yes | Yes |
| Post-study visa | Yes | Yes |
Tuition
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NO
Study Permit (Studietillatelse)
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PT
D4 Student Visa
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| Tuition policy | Mixed | Subsidized |
| Tuition-free scope | Eu eea | None |
| Tuition-free condition | Free for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens. All students pay semester fee of ~NOK 1,000. | — |
| Tuition minimum | $105 | $810 |
| Tuition maximum | $26,150 | $8,100 |
| Scholarships available | Yes | Yes |
Duration
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Study Permit (Studietillatelse)
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PT
D4 Student Visa
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| Initial duration | 12 months | 4 months |
| Maximum duration | — | — |
| Renewable | Yes | Yes |
| Renewal duration | 12 months | 24 months |
Financial requirements
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NO
Study Permit (Studietillatelse)
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PT
D4 Student Visa
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| Proof of funds | $17,461 | $12,779 |
| Application fee | $565 | $127 |
| Dependent fee | $565 | $127 |
Work during study
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Study Permit (Studietillatelse)
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PT
D4 Student Visa
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| Work allowed | Yes | Yes |
| Hours per week (term) | 20 hrs | 20 hrs |
| Unlimited hours | No | No |
| Freelance allowed | No | No |
| On campus only | No | No |
| Work permission type | Automatic | Automatic |
Requirements
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Study Permit (Studietillatelse)
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PT
D4 Student Visa
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| Full-time study | Required | Required |
| Institution accreditation | Required | Required |
| Health insurance | Not required | Required |
| Medical exam | Not required | Not required |
| Criminal record check | Not required | Required |
| Accommodation proof | Required | Required |
| Visa interview | Not required | Not required |
Family and dependents
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NO
Study Permit (Studietillatelse)
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PT
D4 Student Visa
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| Dependents allowed | Yes | Yes |
| Dependent restriction | Spouse/partner and children. Must meet financial requirements for family. | Spouse/partner and minor children. Must show sufficient funds for entire family. |
| Spouse can work | Yes | Yes |
| Spouse work unrestricted | Yes | Yes |
| Children can attend school | Yes | Yes |
Post-study pathways
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Study Permit (Studietillatelse)
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PT
D4 Student Visa
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| Post-study visa | Yes | Yes |
| Work permit | Yes | Yes |
| Permanent residency | Yes(3 yrs) | Yes(5 yrs) |
| Citizenship | Yes(7 yrs) | Yes(5 yrs) |
| Time counts toward permanent residency | Yes | Yes |
| Fraction of time counted | 1.00 | 1.00 |
Application process
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NO
Study Permit (Studietillatelse)
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PT
D4 Student Visa
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|---|---|---|
| Method | Online | In person |
| Processing time | 30–90 days | 30–60 days |
| Apply in-country | No | No |
| Multiple entry | Yes | Yes |
| Schengen access | Yes | Yes |