Child benefit in Norway (2026)
Last reviewed: 7 November 2026
In short: Nav pays child benefit of NOK 2,012 a month per child up to age 18. Families usually need to live in Norway for more than 12 months.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Amount of child benefitChild benefit | From 1 February 2026 ordinary child benefit is NOK 2,012 a month per child. Families in Finnmark, Svalbard and some Nord-Troms municipalities get an extra NOK 512 a month per child. [1] |
| Age limit for the childChild benefit | Child benefit is paid up to and including the month before the child turns 18. [1] |
| Residence conditionChild benefit | When the whole family lives in Norway and will stay more than 12 months, you can be entitled. This applies to foreign nationals who are registered in the population register and have a residence permit or other lawful stay. EEA citizens working in Norway can be entitled for a shorter stay. [1] |
| Income testChild benefit | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Where to claimChild benefit | Nav. As a rule you do not need to apply: the mother automatically gets it when the child is born in Norway. [1] |
Notes
- The Nav child benefit page does not state whether child benefit is income-tested.
Sources
- Nav (Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration): Barnetrygd - nav.no (consulted 7 November 2026) · all sources
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