Norwegian Citizenship (Naturalisation)

Who it's for

Long-term residents of Norway who meet the residence, language and other requirements.

Key requirements

• Sufficient years of residence in Norway on qualifying permits (the standard requirement is 8 of the last 11 years; shorter periods apply to some groups)
• Documented Norwegian oral language skills and a passed citizenship/social-studies test
• Hold a valid residence permit and meet identity and good-conduct requirements
• Limited time spent outside Norway during the qualifying period
• Dual citizenship is permitted by Norway since 1 January 2020 (check whether your other country allows it)

How ACME helps

Our licensed advisors assess your eligibility, build a strategy to strengthen your application, and manage the process end to end, so you submit a complete, competitive application with confidence.