Ukrainian refugees who used to who used to drive buses in Ukraine will be able to work as drivers in Norway. This is reported by E24, reports UNN.
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It is noted that bus companies companies are in great need of bus drivers, and it is estimated that among the 70,000 Ukrainian refugees who have so far arrived in Norway, several hundred of them have of them have experience as bus drivers in their home country.
While EU citizens can get a job as a bus driver in Norway immediately, this was not possible for Ukrainians who are not EU members and therefore, among other things, face the requirement of four years of residence in Norway in addition to knowledge of the Norwegian language.
Кількість біженців з України в ЄС у жовтні зросла на 51,8 тис. – Євростат 11.12.23, 06:05
Now the Norwegian authorities will now open up to Ukrainians. The Ministry of Transport has already submitted for consultation a proposal to approve the training of Ukrainian bus drivers in a larger volume than before, than before.
The Ministry of Labor and Inclusion has also submitted a proposal for discussion to grant a temporary temporary exemption from the residence requirement if they can provide a relevant certificate from their home country.
The purpose of temporary changes in legislation is to quickly employ as many people as possible. According to the plan, the bill will be presented to the Storting as soon as possible after the The consultation period ends on January 31