🇳🇴 Norway · Naturalisation
Norwegian Citizenship by Notification (Nordic citizens) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Age range | 18–None |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €235 |
Duration & renewal
Citizenship possible after 7 years.
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/citizenship/notification-of-citizenship-for-nordic-citizens/.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Criminal record
“You must order a criminal record certificate on the police's website.”
Age range
“'If you are a Nordic citizen over the age of 18 ... As a rule, you cannot become a Norwegian citizen by notification if you are under the age of 18'”
Application fee
Years to citizenship
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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.