Citizenship checklist
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Before applying
Confirm 8 years' residence within the last 11 (or a shorter route)
Meet the requirements for permanent residence
Have a valid passport to clarify your identity
Pass an oral Norwegian test at B1 or higher
Pass Statsborgerprøven (or Samfunnskunnskapsprøven taken in Norwegian)
Confirm no waiting period (karenstid) after a criminal penalty
Check whether your current country allows dual citizenship
Optional
Application
Fill in the online application on udi.no
Pay the NOK 6,500 application fee (free under 18)
Book a police appointment and show your passport and documents
After approval
Attend the citizenship ceremony (voluntary; loyalty pledge)
Optional
Apply for a Norwegian passport
Optional