Can my permanent residence permit be revoked?

You can lose your permanent residence permit if you live abroad for too long. This is called revoke of permanent residence permit.

If your permanent residence permit has been revoked, it means that it is no longer valid. This means that you do not have permission to live in Norway. You must apply for a new temporary residence permit if you wish to continue living in Norway.

Your permanent residence permit may be revoked, if you:

  • have stayed outside Norway for a continuous period of two years or
  • have stayed outside Norway for a total period of two years during a four-year period 

You may also loose your residence permit if you: