What is the difference between a permanent residence permit under the Brexit regulations and an “ordinary” permanent residence permit?
A permanent residence permit under the Brexit regulations gives you better rights. For example, you can be outside Norway for five years before it lapses, compared to two years for other permanent residence permits.
The requirements for obtaining the different permits are also different. To meet the requirements for a permanent residence permit under the Brexit regulations, you must have met the conditions for a right of residence for five continuous years (as under the EEA regulations).
This means that you must have lived in Norway and been an employee, self-employed person, student, or had sufficient funds to support yourself, or been a family member of such a person for five continuous years.
For an “ordinary” permanent residence permit, other requirements apply, which you can read more about on the Want to apply page.
Applying for a permanent residence permit under the Brexit regulations is free of charge.