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With a permanent residence permit, you can stay and work in Norway indefinitely. This also gives you added protection against expulsion. 

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Nordic nationals who are going to live in Norway

If you are a Swedish, Danish, Icelandic and Finnish citizen, you must report relocation to the National Population Register.

Important messages

  • 01.07.2025

    Change to when you are eligible for a permanent residence permit
  • 01.07.2025

    Changes to the requirements for Norwegian language skills and social studies to obtain a permanent residence permit
  • 26.03.2024

    Change in the requirement to financially support yourself in order to get a permanent residence permit
  • 15.04.2021

    Many applicants do not have to meet twice with the police
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