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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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Permanent right of residence for family members of EU/EEA nationals

  • If you have stayed in Norway as a family member of an EU/EEA national for at least five years, you can apply for permanent right of residence.
  • This entitles you to stay and work in Norway indefinitely.