Permanent right of residence for an EU/EEA national
Who it's for: For an EU/EEA national who has lived in Norway long enough to apply for a permanent right of residence.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Main fee: Not required
What the official pages say
1 point recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Main feeNot requiredOfficial wording
“it is free of charge to apply for permanent residence in Norway if you have been here for minimum five years”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Salary threshold; Family can join; Can lead to permanent residence; Decision time; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
Other other routes routes in Norway
- Au pair from an EU/EEA country
- Au pair (scheme discontinued)
- Residence under the Brexit (UK separation) agreement
- Stay for cultural purposes
- EU/EEA national with own funds (registration)
- Keeping a permanent residence permit when living abroad
- Medical treatment in Norway
- Norec participant (exchange and volunteer work)
- Permanent residence permit (adult)
- Permanent residence permit (child under 18)
All visa types in Norway
Every visa type we have listed, grouped by purpose, with links to the official pages.
Norway visa typesBefore you pay anyone
- Nobody can guarantee a visa. Only the government of the country you apply to decides.
- UK employers must not charge you for a Certificate of Sponsorship.
- German missions say you don't need an agent to get a visa appointment.
- Check any adviser or recruitment agent on an official register before you pay.