Meet the legal residence requirement in Norway
Hold a valid residence permit throughout the required period
Live in Norway continuously for the required number of years
Have a clean enough criminal record to qualify
Meet the required language proficiency in Norwegian or Sami
Pass the social studies test if required
Be financially self-sufficient and not owe certain public debts
Apply for Norwegian citizenship through the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration
Submit all required documents with the application
Pay the application fee
Wait for the application to be processed
Attend any required appointments or provide additional information if requested
Renounce your previous citizenship if required by your situation and applicable rules
Receive approval and take the citizenship oath or participate in the citizenship ceremony if required
Obtain your Norwegian passport after citizenship is granted