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Norec Grants for Work Exchanges is sponsored by Norec (Norwegian Agency for Exchange Cooperation). Norec provides grants for businesses, organizations, and institutions to send and receive employees for work exchanges between Norway and countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. This can help businesses increase diversity and gain new insights.
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Work Exchange Programmes | Norec Norec grant for work exchange cooperation Norec provides funding for work exchange between partner organisations in Norway and in Africa, Asia and Latin America. I want to learn more about the grant I want to see all projects you support The application consists of two connected phases: Phase 1: Concept development • Applicants must apply together as a partnership.
• Applicants must submit a short description of their project idea to Norec. • If the idea is approved, the partnership will receive funding to meet in person and further develop the idea. • Norec provides guidance and training on how to work effectively with an international partner and how to plan a successful work exchange project.
More information about phase 1 Phase 2: Project implementation • Once Phase 1 has been completed, the partnership may apply for a work exchange project. • If the application is approved, the partners will receive funding to implement the work exchange project. • Norec provides additional guidance and training, and everyone involved in the project will participate in trainings to ensure successful implementation.
More information about phase 2 Formal funding requirements To receive funding for work exchange, certain mandatory requirements must be met.
All requirements and conditions will be listed in the call for proposals well before the application deadline. You can easily check whether your company or organisation is eligible by answering a few questions. Check if you can apply for work exchange (coming soon) When you fill out your application, it is helpful to consult our guidelines.
You can find them here: Guidelines for Work Exchange The aim of this grant is to promote sustainable development through work exchange. The scheme gives young professionals the opportunity to gain international experience. To qualify for funding, you must have a partner organisation in one of Norec's partner countries .
How Norec contributes to sustainable development Phase 1: Concept Development Phase 2: Project Implementation If you have questions not covered in our guidelines or articles, you can talk with our chatbot or contact us using our contact form. Questions about Norec exchange Who can apply for a grant? What countries are eligible for support?
What exactly is a work exchange? How do I find a company/organisation to exchange with? Who can participate in a work exchange?
What does the grant cover? How do you qualify as a Norec partner country?
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Businesses, organizations, and institutions in Norway and partner countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America seeking to facilitate work exchanges. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The published deadline was September 1, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Norec Grants for Work Exchanges is funded by Norec (Norwegian Agency for Exchange Cooperation). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.