🇳🇴 Norway · Family

Residence card for family members of EU/EEA nationals — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-23 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Work experience2+ years
Health insuranceRequired (valid in-country)
Age range18–65

Costs

Application / consular fee€45

Duration & renewal

Does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.udi.no/en/want-to-apply/residence-under-the-eueeu-regulations/.
  3. Typical processing: ~90 days.

Frequently asked

Does this visa lead to permanent residence?

No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Do I need health insurance?

Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.

Sources & verification

Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.

Health insurance

“"family members of an EU/EEA national can either apply for a residence card or use the registration scheme."”

No direct PR path

“Página índice das regras EU/EEA; cartão de residência de familiar de cidadão EU/EEA (residência permanente após 5 anos é regra geral EEA mas não declarada nesta página).”

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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.

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