🇳🇴 Norway · Free Movement
Residency according to the EU/EEA regulations — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.udi.no/en/want-to-apply/residence-under-the-eueeu-regulations/eueeu-national-who-has-their-own-funds/?c=deu.
Frequently asked
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
“You must have private health insurance or, if you are retired, you must document that you are entitled to healthcare.”
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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 2026-06-09.