Want to apply Permanent residency

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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Apply for a permanent residence permit

If you have lived in Norway for at least three years, you may meet the requirements for a permanent residence permit. If your child was born in Norway and is under one year old, the child may also meet the requirements.

Keep a permanent residence permit

If you already have a permanent residence permit and you are going to live outside Norway for more than two years, you must apply to keep your permanent residence permit.