Family Reunion Permit for Parents Over 60
Norway
Last updated: December 27, 2025
3 years (renewable)
$1,178
6 months
Medium
About this Visa
This visa lets single parents (age 60+) move to Norway to live permanently with their adult children. Your child must live there and have steady income to support you. You cannot have a living spouse, children, or grandchildren back home. Once approved, you can work, see doctors, and eventually become a Norwegian citizen. Warning: The government proposed ending this visa in October 2024. It's still available now, but may change.
Key Benefits
- Work any job in Norway without restrictions
- Free healthcare through public system
- Leave and return to Norway freely
- Live legally with adult child
- Path to Norwegian citizenship after 7 years
- Legal protection under Norwegian law
- Access to public benefits and services
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be age 60 or older
- Must be single with no spouse or partner
- Cannot have living parents, children, or grandchildren in home country
- Must be biological parent of adult child
- Free of serious crimes or entry bans
- Adult child must live in Norway
- Adult child must earn at least $41,651 USD yearly
- Adult child must have adequate housing
Financial Requirement
Adult child in Norway must earn at least $41,651 USD per year (416,512 Norwegian Krone). Must have earned this amount last year and will continue earning it. No exceptions or waivers.
Documents
- Valid passportCurrent passport for identity verification
- Birth certificateProof that you are the biological parent
- DNA testMay be required depending on your country of origin
- Pay slips or tax formsYour child's recent income documentation
- Proof of residenceYour child's rent agreement or property ownership papers
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.