A worker or employer who wishes to apply for a special exception writes to the designated agency in the country where the worker wishes to remain covered. The letter should:

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  give all the information necessary to issue a certificate of coverage under the U.S.-Norwegian agreement (see RS 02001.206); and

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  explain why a special exception should be granted.

  Individuals wishing to request an exception granting U.S. coverage should write to the following address:

  Social Security Administration
  Division of Training and Program Support
  International Support Branch
  P.O. Box 17741
  Baltimore, MD 21235-7741
  USA
  Fax: (410) 966-1861
  Request online: https://opts.ssa.gov
  

  Individuals wishing to request an exception granting Norwegian coverage should write to the address below:

  NAV utland
  Postboks 8138 Dep.
  0033 Olso
  NORWAY
  

Upon receipt of a request for a special exception, the agency that receives the request will consider it in collaboration with the other country's agency. If both agencies approve the request for a special exception, the agency that receives the request will issue a certificate of coverage. The certificate of coverage will serve as proof of exemption from coverage and taxes in the other country.