Published: 14.10.2026
Most applicants aged 18 to 67 for permanent residence must document their own pre-tax income of at least NOK 341,373 over a 12-month period. A spouse’s income, savings, gifts and inheritances do not count, while certain business income and benefits replacing earned income may be accepted.
This financial condition directly affects the ability to move from temporary status to permanent residence. The source states that income is assessed over the 12 months before the application or the point at which the threshold is reached, so application timing can matter. The rule is particularly relevant to employees, self-employed people and business owners, as well as applicants relying on family income or welfare payments. Anyone planning to apply for permanent residence should track their own qualifying income and retain supporting documents; this is a key requirement for the process.