Erasmus+
Erasmus+ is an exchange programme for those who wish to spend a period in an EU or EEA country as part of their education.
Destinations
As a student in most study programmes at INN, you can travel to one of our partner institutions in EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Turkey.
Erasmus+ students are exempt from paying tuition fees at the host institution and will have the opportunity to receive an Erasmus+ grant in addition to support from Lånekassen (if you qualify for this).
Scholarship opportunities and duration of stay
You can read more about the different types of study abroad opportunities under Erasmus+ in the dropdown lists below.
Study exchange
During a study stay through Erasmus+, you retain your right to loans and grants from Lånekassen. Additionally, you have the opportunity to receive an Erasmus+ grant if you go on exchange to one of our Erasmus+ partners. The Erasmus+ grant is tax-free and does not need to be repaid.
Duration of stay
2 to 6 months at each level of study (bachelor's, master's) with Erasmus+ grant.
Rates
- €530 per month: Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Sweden, Germany, and Austria.
- €470 per month: Other programme countries.
- Travel grant (one-time payment). The rates depend on the distance measured in kilometers in a straight line (as the crow flies) and are as follows (read more about green travel at the bottom of the page):
| Distance | Green travel | Non-green travel |
|---|---|---|
| 10-99 km | 56 euro | 28 euro |
| 100-499 km | 285 euro | 211 euro |
| 500-1999 km | 417 euro | 309 euro |
| 2000-2999 km | 535 euro | 395 euro |
| 3000-3999 km | 785 euro | 580 euro |
| 4000-7999 km | 1188 euro | 1188 euro |
| 8000 km eller lengere | 1735 euro | 1735 euro |
To calculate distance use Erasmus+ Distance Calculator (link to external website)
Erasmus+ also offers an additional grant for students with fewer opportunities (€250 per month) and a top-up for green travel (amount depends on distance). For more information, please contact the international coordinator at your study location.
Payment
80% of the grant is paid upon confirmed arrival, and the remaining 20% is issued after the stay is completed and you have submitted the Erasmus+ report.
Traineeship during studies
During an traineeship through Erasmus+, you retain your right to loans and grants from Lånekassen. Additionally, you have the opportunity to receive an Erasmus+ grant if you undertake an traineeship through the programme. The Erasmus+ grant is tax-free and does not need to be repaid.
Duration of stay
2 to 6 months at each level of study (bachelor's, master's) with Erasmus+ grant.
Rates
- €680 per month: Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Sweden, Germany, and Austria.
- €620 per month: Other programme countries.
- Travel grant (one-time payment). The rates depend on the distance measured in kilometers in a straight line (as the crow flies) and are as follows (read more about green travel at the bottom of the page):
| Distance | Green travel | Non-green travel |
|---|---|---|
| 10-99 km | 56 euro | 28 euro |
| 100-499 km | 285 euro | 211 euro |
| 500-1999 km | 417 euro | 309 euro |
| 2000-2999 km | 535 euro | 395 euro |
| 3000-3999 km | 785 euro | 580 euro |
| 4000-7999 km | 1188 euro | 1188 euro |
| 8000 km eller lengere | 1735 euro | 1735 euro |
To calculate distance use Erasmus+ Distance Calculator (link to external website)
Erasmus+ also offers an additional grant for students with fewer opportunities (€250 per month) and a top-up for green travel (amount depends on distance). For more information, please contact the international coordinator at your study location.
Payment
80% of the grant is paid upon confirmed arrival, and the remaining 20% is issued after the stay is completed and you have submitted the Erasmus+ report and the Traineeship Certificate.
PhD candidates
Important information for all students applying for Erasmus+ grant at INN
Each year, INN is allocated an overall budget for mobility within the Erasmus+ programme. The size of this allocation varies from year to year, and due to the increasing interest in the Erasmus+ grant among our students, we cannot guarantee that we will have sufficient funds for all applicants.
All INN students who travel under Erasmus+ agreements and meet the deadlines and documentation requirements will receive an Erasmus+ grant. However, we cannot guarantee in advance how many months of Erasmus+ funding outgoing students will receive.
Sustainability and inclusion in the Erasmus+ program
The Erasmus+ program places significant emphasis on traveling in an environmentally friendly manner and including as many students as possible, regardless of their life circumstances. In this regard, students who travel green or belong to a specific underrepresented group can apply for additional Erasmus grants. Below is a brief explanation, and you can contact the international office at your campus for further information if needed.
Green Travel
By travelling in an environmentally friendly way, you may receive an additional grant (a one-time payment depending on distance), plus up to six travel days covered by the grant. To be eligible, you must provide documentation that over 50% of your journey (measured in kilometres) consists of environmentally friendly transport such as buses or trains.
Students with Fewer Opportunities
Students from underrepresented groups (students with fewer opportunities) are entitled to an additional grant of €250 per month. This applies to students in the following categories:
- Students with permanent disabilities and chronic illnesses: 'Persons with disabilities include those with long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments, which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others.' (From the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities - fn.no)
- Students with refugee status
- Students with children or caregiving responsibilities for persons under 18 years of age (regardless of whether the child accompanies them during mobility or not.
- Students belonging to Indigenous peoples and national minorities: This includes students with connections to Indigenous groups (the Sámi people) or national minorities (Jews, Kvens/Norwegian Finns, Roma/Tatars, Forest Finns, and Romani people).
Documentation Requirement
To receive the additional grant for green travel and for students from underrepresented groups, students must sign a "Declaration on Honour" confirming that they qualify for green travel or belong to the category of 'students with fewer opportunities'.
Important documents
Get in touch
If you would like guidance or have questions related to studying abroad, you can contact an international coordinator at your faculty.