40 years
In order to receive a supplementary pension, you must have worked in Norway for at least 40 years. If you have worked in Norway for less than 40 years, the pension will be reduced accordingly. Your income must have been higher than the Basic Amount to be classed as pensionable.

Can my wife work in Norway?

A spouse or registered partner over the age of 18, when the couple plans to live together in Norway. The permit does not entitle the holder to work in Norway. Parents can travel into and out of Norway for as long as the permit is valid.

How can I get citizenship in Norway by marriage?

If you are married to a Norwegian citizen, you can apply for Norwegian citizenship if you have lived in Norway together for the last three years. In addition to that, you must also speak Norwegian sufficiently, and have a valid Permanent Residence Permit.

How can I bring my wife to Norway?

Parties are required to have met each other physically, and to have been in the relationship for a period of at least nine months. The person who lives in Norway must submit a self-declaration which the relationship partner must present on arrival in Norway, confirming that the two requirements have been met.

Can spouse work full time in Norway?

If you are granted a study permit, you are automatically also granted permission to work part-time for up to 20 hours per week in addition to your studies and full-time during holidays. Your spouse or cohabitant and children can usually apply to come and live with you in Norway.

How long does it take to get married in Norway?

about five to six weeks
Before you can get married, the Norwegian Tax Administration must check whether you meet the conditions for entering into marriage. This means that you have to provide some information. The process takes about five to six weeks, so make sure you allow plenty of time before the wedding.

What is the average pension in Norway?

Norwegians currently have about NOK 3 million per person on average in pension capital — but increasing life expectancies have some experts advocating a gradual increase in retirement age.

Can I visit my husband in Norway?

Visit your spouse or cohabitant You must have a passport that is valid for at least three months after the end of your visit. The passport must be issued within the last ten years. You must have valid travel insurance. You must have enough money to finance your stay in Norway and your return journey.

Is it easy to get married in Norway?

You do not need to have a residence permit in Norway or be a Norwegian citizen in order to get married in Norway, but you must have legal stay. In this case, legal stay can for example mean that you have a residence permit, residence as an EU/EEA national, a visitor’s visa or a valid visa free stay.