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OECD - Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development

The OECD is an intergovernmental organization focused on economic, social, and environmental development in democratic states. The OECD has 34 member countries. The Ministry of Labour and Social Inclusion participates in the Employment, Labour and

Coordination of social security schemes

If you are planning to live or work abroad, it is advisable to contact NAV in advance to clarify how this will affect your social security rights.

Agencies and Entities under the Ministry of Labour and Inclusion

The Labour Court

The Labour Court is a special court that handles disputes regarding the validity and interpretation of collective agreements and certain disputes concerning the interpretation of the Labour Disputes Act and the Public Service Disputes Act, disputes

The National Insurance Court

The National Insurance Court is a quasi-judicial and independent administrative body organized under the Ministry of Labour and Inclusion.

The Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund (SPK)

The Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund (SPK) administers the mandatory occupational public pension scheme for state employees and for municipal and county municipal teachers.

The National Institute of Occupational Health (STAMI)

The National Institute of Occupational Health (STAMI) is the national research institute and a central knowledge organization for occupational health and safety. The institute generates, refines, and disseminates knowledge about occupational health

The Maritime Pension Fund

The Maritime Pension Fund (MPK) administers a mandatory pension scheme for employees on Norwegian-registered ships and certain mobile installations.

Web page: https://www.mpk.no/

The Directorate of Integration and Diversity (IMDi)

IMDi aims to increase employment, build strong communities and common arenas, promote equality, and combat negative social control.

Web page: http://www.imdi.no/

The Norwegian Labour and Welfare Service (Nav)

The Norwegian Labour and Welfare Service (Nav) aims to create an inclusive society, an inclusive labour market, and a well-functioning job market.

Web page: http://www.nav.no/

The Working Environment Act

The purpose of the Working Environment Act is to ensure safe employment conditions and equal treatment in the workplace. The Act also aims to secure a working environment that provides the basis for a health-promoting and meaningful work situation,

Responsibilities and Tasks in the Ministry of Labour and Social Inclusion

The Ministry of Labour and Social Inclusion (AID) is responsible for policies related to the labor market, work environment, inclusion, pensions, and welfare.

Indexation of the National Insurance Scheme’s Basic Amount and Pensions

The basic amount in the National Insurance Scheme as of 1 May 2024, is NOK 124,028. The basic amount is used in the calculation and indexation of pensions. It is annually adjusted.

Area focus

In some areas with major and complex social challenges, the state and municipalities have joined together to make an extra effort.

Volunteering and dialogue

Voluntary organisations play an important role in the Integration and inclusion of immigrants in local communities.

Job Opportunity

Immigrants who require basic qualifications, who have no links with working life and who are not covered by existing schemes are in the target group for this measure.

Introduction programme

The goal is to give the individual basic skills in the Norwegian language and a fundamental insight into Norwegian social conditions and to prepare him/her for work or education.

The Norwegian Nationality Act

The Nationality Act and Nationality Regulations contain rules on how persons can become Norwegian nationals and how they may lose their Norwegian nationality.

Occupational Injury

Occupational injury is defined personal injury, illness or death as a result of an occupational accident. Illness may be approved as occupational illness if it was caused by harmful exposure at work.

Disability Benefits

Disability benefits from the National Insurance Scheme are intended to secure income for individuals whose earning capacity has been permanently reduced due to illness, injury, or defect.