Residence cardsDefinition of word or term

A residence card is a credit-card-sized plastic card that proves that you have been granted a residence permit in Norway.

Information for people about to turn 18: Check your residence cardDefinition of word or term

Once you have turned 18, you are responsible for ensuring that you have a valid residence permit in Norway and you can decide on your own if you would like to apply for Norwegian citizenship.

The difference between a family immigration permit and a residence card for family members of EU/EEA nationalsDefinition of word or term

Some applicants who have family in Norway can choose between applying for a family immigration permit or a residence card for family members of EU/EEA nationals.

Residence permits for children who are born in NorwayDefinition of word or term

When a child of foreign parents is born in Norway, the parents must apply for a residence permit, register the child as an EU/EEA national or apply for a residence card for family members of EU/EEA nationals. Apply as soon as possible after the birth.

Permanent residence permitDefinition of word or term

With a permanent residence permit you can live and work in Norway indefinitely. You also have extra protection against expulsion. This used to be called a settlement permit.

Valid residence permitDefinition of word or term

If you have a valid residence permit, that means that your permit has not expired. Your decision states how long your residence permit is valid.

Permanent right of residenceDefinition of word or term

With permanent right of residence, you can reside and work in Norway indefinitely if you are an EU/EEA national or a family member of an EU/EEA national. You also have extra protection against expulsion.

Asylum seeker cardDefinition of word or term

When you apply for protection (asylum) in Norway you will get an asylum seeker card, confirming that you have applied for protection.

Right to residence for EU/EEU citizens and their family membersDefinition of word or term

Calculating the residence period in citizenship cases (EU/EEA regulations)Definition of word or term

Before applying for Norwegian citizenship, please check that your stay in Norway meets the requirements for duration and continuous residence.

Employers: Employing someone who is not an EU/EEA national Definition of word or term

Here you can find information about what you need to think about as an employer when employing a worker who is a citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA.

DUF numberDefinition of word or term

If you have applied for protection (asylum) or for a residence permit in Norway, you will be assigned a DUF number.

Getting married in NorwayDefinition of word or term

Below is useful information about getting married in Norway and applying for a residence permit in order to live with your spouse in Norway.

FeesDefinition of word or term

Most applicants will have to pay an application fee. Here you can find an overview of how much you will have to pay, how to pay and refund.

Persons who do not need a visa to visit Norway (visa-free)Definition of word or term

Some people do not need a visa to visit Norway because they hold a passport from a country that Norway has a visa exemption agreement with. This also applies if you have a residence permit in an EU/EEA country or if you have a special passport.