Want to apply Permanent residency

With a permanent residence permit or permanent right to reside in Norway, 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.
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What is a permanent residence permit and a permanent right to reside?

You can live and work in Norway with a permanent residence permit or a permanent right to reside.

You can apply for a permanent residence permit if you are not an EU/EEA national or a family member of an EU/EEA national. If you are an EU/EEA national, you and your family members can apply for a permanent right to reside.

To find out what applies to you and the requirements, fill in the form above.