Only long-term residents are eligible like EU nationals for equal access to employment in most sectors, although all migrants have equal access to self-employment. The qualifications of EU nationals will be recognised, whilst those of other migrants will be downgraded or go unrecognised, even if they studied at the same institution. The state aims to facilitate these procedures and sets other measures which aim to help migrants adjust to the language and professional demands of the job market. This dimension would improve if migrants had equal access to study grants. Security of employment and rights associated meet best practice as in seven other MIPEX countries. Migrants can renew all but seasonal work permits. After a short period, they can change their permit, job or industry and can continue to live and work in Norway, even after their contract is terminated.
