Pass the Norwegian
citizenship and social studies tests — with confidence
Realistic mock tests for statsborgerprøven and samfunnskunnskapsprøven. Instant feedback, every answer linked to its official source, and a clear plan for what to study next.
In what year was the Sami language again permitted to be used in schools?
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The Path to Norway study path is anchored by UDI requirements, HKdir directions and the official samfunnskunnskap.no curriculum material. Rules or facts can change — but we're always up-to-date - grounded by the official sources.
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Under what condition do parents pay a lower kindergarten fee?
The lower price applies when a family has more than one child enrolled at the same kindergarten — the condition for the sibling discount.
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Category breakdown
Every attempt is scored across the official topic areas, so you know which categories are safe and which need another pass.
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Each explanation links back to UDI, HKdir, or samfunnskunnskap.no — so you can verify what you're learning.
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See whether today's result would pass the official test, and exactly how many answers you are above or below the line.
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Citizenship or permanent residence — we tune the test bank, language options, and difficulty.
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Learn more about the tests
Short guides that explain test structure, language choices, and what to practise.
Norwegian citizenship test practice guide
A clear guide to the Norwegian citizenship test: what it covers, how it differs from other requirements, and how to practise with official-source review.
GuideNorwegian social studies test practice guide
Prepare for the Norwegian social studies test with a clear explanation of language options, core topics, and practical ways to review weak areas.
GuideNorwegian citizenship test sample questions
Free sample questions in the style of the Norwegian citizenship test (statsborgerprøven) and social studies test, with answers and explanations.
GuideCan you take the Norwegian social studies test in English?
Yes — samfunnskunnskapsprøven is offered in English, one of 23 languages. When an English result counts, when Norwegian is required, and how to prepare.
GuideStatsborgerprøven vs samfunnskunnskapsprøven
The two Norwegian knowledge tests compared: questions, pass marks, languages, and which one your citizenship or permanent residence case actually needs.
GuideNorwegian citizenship test pass mark and scoring
How many correct answers you need: 24 of 32 scored questions on statsborgerprøven, 26 of 34 on samfunnskunnskapsprøven — and how the scoring works.
GuideHow to book the citizenship and social studies tests
Registering for statsborgerprøven or samfunnskunnskapsprøven: the official portal, what it costs, deadlines, and the ID you need on test day.
GuideFailed the Norwegian citizenship test? How retakes work
Failing statsborgerprøven or samfunnskunnskapsprøven is recoverable: how soon you can retake, what it costs, and how to make the next attempt count.
GuideTest results and the certificate: when and where
When results for statsborgerprøven and samfunnskunnskapsprøven arrive, where to check them, and how the certificate works in your application.
GuideWho needs the citizenship test? Requirements and exemptions
UDI's test requirements for Norwegian citizenship: the 18–67 rule, the oral Norwegian requirement, the two knowledge-test routes, and who can be exempt.
GuideWhat's on the test? The topics, module by module
The official curriculum behind statsborgerprøven and samfunnskunnskapsprøven: three modules, thirteen topic areas, and how each one shows up as questions.
Straight answers to what people actually ask.
Quick answers to the most common questions about the tests and how Path to Norway helps.
Is Path to Norway based on official sources?
Yes. Practice questions and explanations are modelled on public-authority material, and answers link back to official sources so you can verify what you are learning. Path to Norway is independent and not affiliated with Norwegian authorities.
Do I need statsborgerprøven or samfunnskunnskapsprøven?
For permanent residence it is the social studies test (samfunnskunnskapsprøven), which you can take in a language you understand. For citizenship you must pass either the citizenship test (statsborgerprøven) or the social studies test taken in Norwegian. Our comparison guide walks through which one your application needs.
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