Information about the EU/EEA regulations
Citizens of EU/EEA countries and their family members are covered by the EU/EEA regulations. People covered by the EU/EEA regulations are in comparison to non-EU citizens granted other rights and duties while residing in Norway.
The EU/EEA regulations are a part of the collaboration between Norway and the EU.
The EEA regulations give EU/EEA citizens and their family members the right to reside in Norway. The rules are described in Chapter 13 of the Immigration Act (external website).
As an EU/EEA citizen, you are allowed to stay in Norway for up to three months after entry. This applies, for example, to visits and holidays.
As an EU/EEA citizen, you have the right to reside in Norway for more than three months if you
- work
- are self-employed
- are a service provider
- are a student
- have your own funds to support yourself
Family members of EU/EEA citizens have the same rights, as long as the EU/EEA citizen has the right to reside.
As an EU/EEA citizen, you can also apply for other residence permits in Norway.