NAV

Also known as: Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration

The Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration — handles unemployment, sick pay, parental benefits, and other welfare schemes.

NAV (Arbeids- og velferdsetaten, the Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration) delivers Norway’s public welfare system. For immigrants, NAV is typically relevant for:

Unemployment benefits (dagpenger).
Sick pay and disability benefits.
Parental benefits and child benefit.
Social assistance in emergencies.
Pensions.

Eligibility usually depends on residence status and years of membership in the National Insurance scheme (folketrygden).