Vacant position (permanent) as Visa Officer at the Royal Norwegian Embassy in London

The Royal Norwegian Embassy is seeking one qualified and highly motivated team member for position as full time Visa Officer (permanent).  

The position is vacant from July 2026. 

 

Duties and responsibilities 

The visa officer will be working with both visa, residence cases and consular cases. The visa officer will be expected to carry out the following tasks, amongst others: 

  • Register applications   
  • Perform control of documents (ID control) 
  • Print visa stickers 
  • Organise and file cases  
  • Handle incoming correspondence, e-mail queries and phone calls  
  • Conduct interviews with applicants  
  • Carry out DNA tests of applicants 
  • Receive applications in the reception during opening hours 
  • Register and prepare applications for Norwegian passports 
  • Other tasks may be added  

Qualifications 

The following qualifications are required:  

  • Fluency (written and oral) in English 
  • Proficiency in computer software programs such as Microsoft Office, Word and Excel 
  • Relevant higher education (e.g. university degree). Long and relevant experience may compensate for higher education 
  • The following qualifications will be an advantage:  
  • Proficiency in Russian 
  • Experience from work with visa/immigration 

Skills and competences 

  • Ability to work structured, independently and efficiently 
  • Strong communication skills, both written and orally 
  • Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work in stressful situations 
  • Integrity, loyalty and a professional approach 
  • Practical and operational skills 

Personal attributes 

  • Honest and trustworthy 
  • Cultural awareness and sensitivity 
  • Respectful 
  • Service minded 

Terms and conditions 

  • If not at UK citizen, the successful candidate must be a holder of a valid UK residency  
  • Permanent position  
  • Probation period 6 months 
  • Salary from GBP 42 000 
  • Working days: Monday-Friday 09:00 am to 4:30 pm 
  • Workplace: Norwegian Embassy 
  • Holidays: 28 days annual vacation 

How to apply  

Your application should be submitted to The Royal Norwegian Embassy in London by 6th of May 2026 by mail to  London.Stillinger@mfa.no  

  • Curriculum vitae, motivation letter, reference letter from former employer(s), education/course certificate(s) 
  • Detailed information regarding level of English, oral and written 
  • Nationality and residency status in UK (applicant without right to work and reside in the UK will not be considered) 
  • Information on notice period of present employer 

Please mark the subject field with: “VISA OFFICER 2026”