Family immigration
Important information about checklists
These checklists serve as a general guide for most applicants. Once you complete the application form electronically, you will receive a personalised checklist based on your situation. If you have already applied, you can log in and find the checklist on your application (external website).
If you are applying from a country where it is not possible to apply electronically, you should select the checklist that applies to you on this page.
Checklists for family immigration for children
Child under 18 who has one or both parents in Norway
Checklists for family immigration for parents
Parents (and siblings) who have a child under 18 who has been granted protection (asylum) in Norway
Parents who are going to live with a Norwegian child under 18 on a permanent basis
Parents who are going to visit a child in Norway for up to nine months
Parents who have a child over 18 in Norway
Checklists for spouses and cohabitants
Checklists for applications for family immigration with a family member who has a residence permit as a student
A spouse who has a residence permit as a student in Norway
Cohabitant who has a residence permit as a student in Norway
Children who have a parent in Norway who has a residence permit as a student
Checklists for applications for family immigration with a family member who has a residence permit for work
A spouse who has a residence permit for work in Norway
Cohabitant who has a residence permit for work in Norway
Children who have a parent in Norway who has a residence permit for work
Checklists for other applications
Children between the age of 18 and 21 who have previously had a lengthy stay in Norway
Children over 18 who are dependent on their parents
You who have a parent who was a Norwegian citizen when you were born
Checklists for renewals
Family members of persons who have a residence permit for work