I GOT my PR✨🥳🥳 | Norwegian PR benefits | Malayalam explanation | Norway

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for PR in Norway, you must meet these general requirements:
1. Length of Stay:
You must have lived in Norway continuously for at least three years with a valid residence permit (e.g., work, study, family, or protection). The type of permit should form the basis for PR.
2.Norwegian Language Skills:
• You need to complete mandatory Norwegian language courses and pass a language test at A2 level or higher.
3. Social study exam( samfunnskunnskap)
otherwise complete 50 hours.
4. Civics Test or Courses:
Complete 50 hours of Norwegian society (civics) training and pass a test.
5. Self-Sufficiency: Add payslip or
Your account must have 310070 nok( it may be change each year)
You should not have received financial assistance from NAV (the Norwegian Labor and Welfare Administration) for subsistence purposes in the last 12 months before applying.
6. No Criminal Record:
You must not have any serious criminal offenses. Minor infractions may affect the processing time but not necessarily disqualify you.

Steps to Apply for PR

1. Check Eligibility:
Use the UDI (Norwegian Directorate of Immigration) website’s residency calculator to verify your eligibility and ensure all criteria are met.
2. Gather Documents:
• Passport and residence permit copies.
• Proof of Norwegian language and civics course completion.
• Employment contracts or documentation showing income (if applicable).
• Documentation of self-sufficiency (e.g., tax returns, pay slips).
3. Submit an Application:
• Log in to the UDI online portal and fill out the application form for PR.
• Pay the application fee (approximately NOK 3,800, as of the latest update).
4. Attend an Appointment:
• After submitting your application, book an appointment with the police or local immigration office for ID verification and to submit any additional documents.
5. Wait for Processing:
• Processing times vary but usually take 2–3 months. You will receive updates through the UDI portal.
6. Receive Decision:
• If approved, you will get a letter confirming your permanent residency. Your residence card will follow shortly.

Benefits of PR

Once you have PR in Norway:
• You can live and work in Norway indefinitely.
• You no longer need to renew your residence permit.
• You retain many rights, such as healthcare and education.
. Travel benefits
.unemployment benefits
. secure from depotation
. job chances