Norway · Family

Parent (and siblings) of a child who are under 18 and lives in Norway — sponsor: permanent or eligible residence-permit holder

Q: Who qualifies for this route to Norway?

The official source states: “If the child’s other parent already has a residence permit in Norway, and you are married to or will be living with that parent, you must apply for a permit as a spouse or cohabitant and cannot apply for this type of family immigration. You have had a residence permit in Norway for the last year.” (udi.no, read 2026-07-27.)

Q: How much money do I need?

The official source states: “(You can check in the decision you received from the UDI whether your residence permit forms the basis for a permanent residence permit.) a valid residence permit that forms the basis for family immigration, for example most types of family immigration permits, a residence permit for employees in international or foreign companies or a residence permit for a researcher with own funds. a valid resi” It does not publish a fixed amount — no minimum figure is stated. (udi.no, read 2026-07-27.)

Q: Can I bring my family?

The official record lists: spouse, children, parents, de facto partner (udi.no, read 2026-07-27).

Q: What does this route lead to?

The official source states: “You must have one of these types of residence permits: a permanent residence permit (formerly known as settlement permit) a valid residence permit that forms the basis for a permanent residence permit, for example a residence permit for protection, most types of family immigration permits, or a residence permit for self-employed persons with a company in Norway. (You can check in the decision you ” (udi.no, read 2026-07-27.)

11 facts quoted from the official source

If the child’s other parent already has a residence permit in Norway, and you are married to or will be living with that parent, you must apply for a permit as a spouse or cohabitant and cannot apply for this type of family immigration. You have had a residence permit in Norway for the last year.

Income required: —
Can bring: spouse, children +2
Requirements: 6
Leads to: Residence permit

Who qualifies

Who this route is for

Every item below is the government’s own wording, quoted from the official source. Whether you personally qualify depends on your full profile.

6 requirements quoted from the official source.

The conditions that decide it

Age requirementThe child’s siblings may also apply together with you, if they are under 18 years of age, live with you, and do not have a spouse or cohabitant.
Financial resources(You can check in the decision you received from the UDI whether your residence permit forms the basis for a permanent residence permit.) a valid residence permit that forms the basis for family immigration, for example most types of family immigration permits, a residence permit for employees in international or foreign companies or a residence permit for a researcher with own funds. a valid resi
Nationality or qualifying statusYou must also meet one of the following three requirements: Your child has been granted protection (asylum) in Norway and is not a Norwegian citizen. Your child has been granted protection (asylum) in Norway and is not a Norwegian citizen.
Prior immigration or residence statusYou must have one of these types of residence permits: a permanent residence permit (formerly known as settlement permit) a valid residence permit that forms the basis for a permanent residence permit, for example a residence permit for protection, most types of family immigration permits, or a residence permit for self-employed persons with a company in Norway. (You can check in the decision you
Qualifying family relationshipIf you have a family immigration permit with your spouse/cohabitant, and you now have separated, you must now apply for a renewal of your family immigration permit with your child. If the child’s other parent already has a residence permit in Norway, and you are married to or will be living with that parent, you must apply for a permit as a spouse or cohabitant and cannot apply for this type of fa

What you’ll show with your application

Paperwork you prepare — it does not rule you out.

Passport or travel-document requirementA valid passport is usually valid proof of identity. You must document your identity.

What rules you out

1 exclusion quoted from the official source.

Material restrictions or case-specific conditionsYou must not be subject to a prohibition against entry to Norway or Schengen. If the child’s other parent already has a residence permit in Norway, and you are married to or will be living with that parent, you must apply for a permit as a spouse or cohabitant and cannot apply for this type of family immigration.

Also stated by the source

Long-term residence or conversion pathYou must have one of these types of residence permits: a permanent residence permit (formerly known as settlement permit) a valid residence permit that forms the basis for a permanent residence permit, for example a residence permit for protection, most types of family immigration permits, or a residence permit for self-employed persons with a company in Norway. (You can check in the decision you

Family

Who you can bring

spousechildrenparentsde facto partner

Costs & timelines

What the source prices

Fees

1 proven from the official source.

Government feeYou must pay an application fee.checked 2026-07-27

Validity

1 proven from the official source.

Renewal or extensionIf you have a family immigration permit with your spouse/cohabitant, and you now have separated, you must now apply for a renewal of your family immigration permit with your child.

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FAQ

Straight answers

01Who qualifies for this route to Norway?

The official source states: If the child’s other parent already has a residence permit in Norway, and you are married to or will be living with that parent, you must apply for a permit as a spouse or cohabitant and cannot apply for this type of family immigration. You have had a residence permit in Norway for the last year.

02How much money do I need?

The official source states: (You can check in the decision you received from the UDI whether your residence permit forms the basis for a permanent residence permit.) a valid residence permit that forms the basis for family immigration, for example most types of family immigration permits, a residence permit for employees in international or foreign companies or a residence permit for a researcher with own funds. a valid resi It does not publish a fixed amount — no minimum figure is stated.

03Can I bring my family?

The official record lists: spouse, children, parents, de facto partner.

04What does this route lead to?

The official source states: You must have one of these types of residence permits: a permanent residence permit (formerly known as settlement permit) a valid residence permit that forms the basis for a permanent residence permit, for example a residence permit for protection, most types of family immigration permits, or a residence permit for self-employed persons with a company in Norway. (You can check in the decision you

Every answer is quoted from the official udi.no page for this route, last read 2026-07-27.

We checked 11 points against the official source; 11 are quoted on this page. The other 0 are either not addressed by the source or not yet backed by a quote — we would rather show you the edge of the record than fill it with a plausible guess.

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Processing time is not published in the official source for this route. We publish a number only when the official text states that number.

The source

Where every quote comes from

Official government source udi.noLast read 2026-07-27 Every quote on this page is from this Norway government page.

Compiled from official sources · pending independent re-check · Last checked 2026-07-27 · Our methodology

· Compiled by António Mira · How we verify · Not legal advice — rules change; confirm with the official source before deciding.

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