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Can EU citizen move to Norway?
EU/EEA nationals can move to Norway and start working right away, but they must register with the police no later than three months after arriving in Norway. Registration is free.
Do EU citizens need a residence permit in Norway?
Nationals of EU/EEA countries do not need a residence permit to stay or work in Norway. However, all nationals of EU/EEA countries who want to stay for longer than three months must register with the police.
Can EU permanent resident work in Norway?
If you have stayed in Norway as an EU/EEA national for at least five years, you can apply for permanent right of residence. This entitles you to stay and work in Norway indefinitely.
How can I get residency status in Norway?
In order to apply for a permanent residence permit, you must have held a residence permit in Norway for at least three years and meet certain other requirements. If you have a permanent residence permit, you will be issued a residence card that is valid for two years at a time.
How long does it take to get a residence permit in Norway?
about eight weeks
Norway Residence Permit Processing Time It usually takes about eight weeks to process your Residence Permit from the time the UDI receives your completed application.
Do you need to speak Norwegian to live in Norway?
Do I need to learn Norwegian to move to Norway? There is no legal requirement for anyone to learn Norwegian to live in Norway, at least on a temporary basis. Obtaining permanent residence or citizenship is a whole different ball game, and you’ll need documented proof of language ability to claim those statuses.
How to apply to work in Norway as an EU citizen?
Registration for EU/EEA nationals At the Application Portal you can pre-register and book an appointment with the police Residing in Norway and appointments with the police 2. You need a tax card to work in Norway Your employer will use your tax card to deduct tax from your pay.
Can I live in Norway if I am self-employed?
If you were employed or self-employed in Norway as of 31 December 2020, you can continue to live and work in Norway after 1 January 2021. You can do this until you are granted the new residence permit for British citizens and their family members. You must apply for the new permit by the end of 2021.
Do I have to register with the police in Norway?
If you entered Norway before 31 December 2020, you have exercised your right of residence under the EU/EEA agreement. The registration with the police is a formalization of this right and must usually be done within 90 days of you arriving in Norway. However, we know that there is a long wait to get to the police now.
How to get a permanent residence permit in Norway?
After three years, a skilled worker can apply for a permanent residence permit in Norway. It is usually possible for family to apply to live with the main permit holder. It’s possible to change jobs if working for a Norwegian employer, as long as the same type of work is performed.