Spouse or registered partner
Requirements for both
- Your marriage/partnership must have been validly entered into.
- It must be possible to have your marriage recognised in Norway if you entered into marriage while abroad.
- You must have plans to live together in Norway.
- You must not have been forced to marry (forced marriage).
- Your marriage must not be circumvention marriage.
- You must be at least 24 years old.
Requirements for the applicant
- You must pay an application fee.
- You must document your identity. A valid passport is usually valid proof of identity.
- You must not be subject to a prohibition against entry to Norway or Schengen.
Requirements for the reference person
- You must have or have applied for a residence permit as a skilled worker.
- You must have an annual income of at least
NOK 436 957 per year pre-tax
. Check what kind of income counts toward this requirement and whether you can get an exemption.