Get Your Norway Dual Citizenship – Learn How to Apply
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Eligibility Overview
- By Birth: You are a Norwegian citizen if at least one of your parents was a Norwegian citizen at the time of your birth.
- By Descent: Individuals born abroad to a Norwegian parent may apply for confirmation of citizenship by descent.
- By Marriage: Foreign spouses of Norwegian citizens can apply for naturalization after 3 years of marriage and 7 years of residence.
- By Naturalization: Available after 8 years of legal residence in Norway (reduced to 7 years with integration points), plus passing language and social studies tests.
- Special Exception – Dual Citizenship Allowed: Since January 2020, Norway allows dual citizenship. You no longer have to renounce your previous nationality.
Note: Norway is part of the EEA and Schengen Area, offering broad mobility rights across Europe.
Step-by-Step Process
- Choose your path: descent, marriage, or residence-based naturalization.
- Apply online through the UDI (Norwegian Directorate of Immigration) portal.
- Submit biometric data and attend an appointment if required.
- Receive a decision and, if approved, attend a citizenship ceremony.
Benefits of Norwegian Citizenship
- Live and work freely across Norway and the EU/EEA
- Hold dual citizenship without renouncing your original nationality
- Access world-class healthcare, education, and public services
- Pass citizenship to your children automatically
Frequently asked questions.
Does Norway allow dual citizenship?
Yes. As of 2020, Norway allows dual citizenship. You can keep your original nationality when becoming a Norwegian citizen.
Can I become a citizen through my Norwegian parent?
Yes. If you were born to a Norwegian citizen, you likely qualify by descent. You may need to apply for confirmation if born abroad.
Can I become a citizen through marriage?
Yes. You can apply after 3 years of marriage and 7 years of total residence in Norway.
How long do I need to live in Norway to naturalize?
Generally, 8 years of legal residence is required, though it may be reduced to 7 years with sufficient integration points (education, work, etc.).
Is same-sex marriage recognized for citizenship applications?
Yes. Norway recognizes same-sex marriages, and foreign spouses in such unions are treated equally for naturalization eligibility.
Do I have to pay taxes in Norway if I become a citizen?
Norway taxes residents on their worldwide income. If you live in Norway, you will be subject to Norwegian income tax.