Norway•EuropeVaries
NOK kr 11,900
Varies by filing options
3 years
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
Yes
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Residence permit for spouses of Norwegian residents aged 24+ requiring sponsor income verification; grants unrestricted work rights and pathway to permanent residency.
The Norwegian Family Immigration visa reunites foreign spouses with Norwegian citizens or permanent residents. Both parties must be at least 24 years old, and the marriage must be genuine. The sponsor must have minimum income of NOK 416,512 annually and prove adequate housing to support the household independently.
Application fee is NOK 11,900. The visa is renewable and leads to permanent residency after three years. Spouse holders gain unrestricted work rights, enabling integration and financial independence. Dependents are permitted.
This visa is ideal for foreign spouses committed to building a permanent life in Norway with their Norwegian or permanent resident partner, regardless of professional background.
Visas you can typically switch to from this status.
NorwayBoth the applicant and the reference person (sponsor) must be at least 18 years old (note: 24-year age requirement applies for certain family establishment cases).
The marriage or registered partnership must be legally valid and recognized in Norway.
The couple must intend to live together in Norway.
The reference person must meet specific income requirements (minimum annual income threshold).
The reference person must have a suitable place to live in Norway.
The relationship must be genuine and not entered into solely for the purpose of obtaining a residence permit (circumvention marriage is prohibited).
The applicant must not be subject to a prohibition against entry to Norway or the Schengen area.
Min. Income
416,512 EUR/yr
Valid passport
Marriage certificate
Police certificate
Health clearance
Birth certificate
Proof of income (sponsor)
Employment letter (sponsor)
Proof of accommodation (sponsor)
Tax return (sponsor)
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