Norwegian citizenship test sample questions
Original practice questions in the style of the Norwegian citizenship test (statsborgerprøven) and the social studies test — the official format with three answer options and one correct answer. Tap through them below; the correct answer and a short explanation appear instantly.
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- 1 · This is Norway
In what year was the Sami language again permitted to be used in schools?
In 1959, the Sami language was again allowed to be used as a language in schools, after having been banned during the Norwegianisation period.
- 2 · Human rights and democracy
Which level of government in Norway is responsible for care for the elderly?
Care for the elderly is a municipal responsibility, along with primary and lower secondary schools, kindergartens, refuse collection, water and sewerage, and municipal roads.
- 3 · This is Norway
Who is the current head of state of Norway?
King Haakon VIII is the head of state of Norway.
- 4 · Families
How long must a couple in Norway generally be separated before they can initiate a divorce?
The main rule in Norwegian law is that a couple must have been separated for one year before a divorce can be initiated. Exceptions exist in cases of forced marriage or domestic violence.
- 5 · Families
What is a key legal risk for cohabiting couples in Norway compared to married couples?
Unlike married couples, cohabitants in Norway do not automatically have shared financial or legal duties. Without written agreements, they may have no legal claim to each other's property or inheritance if they separate.
- 6 · This is Norway
In what year was the discriminatory 1902 land-purchase act finally abolished?
The act from 1902, which restricted land purchases to those who could speak, read, and write Norwegian, remained in force until 1965.
- 7 · New in Norway
What must immigrants from EU/EEA countries do before working in Norway?
EU/EEA citizens do not need a residence permit to work in Norway, but they must register with the police. This registration is done digitally.
- 8 · Human rights and democracy
Which branch of Norwegian government is responsible for passing laws?
Legislative authority in Norway belongs to the Stortinget, the elected parliament.
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The official test questions are not published, so no practice set contains the real exam. These samples are modelled on the themes in official learning material — democracy, history, rights and duties, welfare, education, working life, and health — and each answer can be checked against public sources.
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Are these the real questions from the official test?
No. The official question bank is not published, so no practice material contains the real exam questions. These are original practice questions modelled on the civic themes in official learning material such as samfunnskunnskap.no.
How many correct answers do I need to pass?
The citizenship test has 36 questions and requires 24 correct answers. The social studies test has 38 questions and requires 26 correct answers. Both tests last up to 60 minutes.
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