Published 16/10/2009
As of 1 October, EEA nationals no longer need to apply for residence permits in Norway. It is sufficient that they register on arrival.
The new registration requirement replaces today’s residence permits for EEA nationals. The initial scheme will be temporary until the permanent scheme enters into force together with the new Immigration Act on 1 January.
The registration requirement is based on an EU Directive that to a greater extent than today will maintain the right to free movement and residence in the EU/EEA area for EEA nationals and their family members.
The new scheme applies to all EEA nationals, with the exception of nationals of Romania and Bulgaria who are covered by transitional rules. Family member of EEA nationals who are not EEA nationals themselves must also apply for residence permits pursuant to the current regulations.
EEA nationals who already have residence permits will not be required to register before their permits expire.
Read more about the new registration requirement.
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