High Success Rate for Norwegian Citizenship Test in 2024
High Success Rate for Norwegian Citizenship Test in 2024
In 2024, a total of 5,116 participants took the Norwegian citizenship test, with an impressive 92.5% passing successfully, according to Schengen.News. This high success rate highlights the dedication of foreign nationals in meeting Norway’s citizenship requirements.
To apply for Norwegian citizenship, foreign nationals must pass either the citizenship test or the social studies test in Norwegian. The consistent high success rate indicates that applicants are taking their integration into Norwegian society seriously.
Norway’s Minister of Employment and Inclusion, Tonje Brenna, expressed her satisfaction with the results, emphasizing the importance of understanding Norwegian society for a successful life in the country.
“It is gratifying that so many people take and pass the test. To succeed in Norway, it is essential to have good knowledge of our society. It is important to participate in society on an equal footing with everyone else,” Brenna stated.
The Director of the Directorate for Higher Education and Competence, Sveinung Skule, also highlighted the positive trend, noting that the majority of test-takers have acquired substantial knowledge about Norwegian society.
Data from the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration shows that in 2024, 27,276 foreign nationals obtained Norwegian citizenship. Among them, Syrian nationals were the largest group, with 3,746 individuals gaining citizenship. Syrians also had one of the highest approval rates at 97%.
The Norwegian citizenship test consists of 32 questions, requiring a minimum of 24 correct answers to pass. The regions of Akershus, Møre og Romsdal, and Vestland consistently have the highest proportion of successful test-takers.
With the growing number of applicants and a strong emphasis on integration, Norway continues to uphold its standards while welcoming new citizens who demonstrate a commitment to participating in society.
? Source: Schengen.News
