Frequently Asked Questions

The samfunnskunnskapsprøve is a mandatory test on Norwegian civic knowledge. It covers 13 topics about Norwegian society, including democracy, working life, health, education, and sustainability. It is required for permanent residence and citizenship applications.

The samfunnskunnskapsprøve tests your knowledge of Norwegian society and can be taken in your native language. The statsborgerprøve is specifically for citizenship applicants and must be taken in Norwegian. Both cover the same 13 topics but the statsborgerprøve requires Norwegian language proficiency.

The samfunnskunnskapsprøve has 38 multiple-choice questions, of which 34 are scored and 4 are trial questions (you won't know which). You need at least 26 correct answers to pass. The statsborgerprøve has 36 questions with 32 scored, requiring 24 correct.

You have 60 minutes to complete the test. Most candidates finish within 30–45 minutes. You cannot go back and change answers once submitted.

The samfunnskunnskapsprøve can be taken in 23 languages, including Norwegian, English, Arabic, Somali, Tigrinya, Dari, Turkish, Ukrainian, and Russian. The statsborgerprøve must be taken in Norwegian (Bokmål or Nynorsk).

The test fee varies by municipality but is typically between 500–1300 NOK. You pay the fee when you register for the test. If you fail and need to retake it, you must pay again.

You register through your local municipality or adult education centre (voksenopplæring). Tests are held at various locations across Norway on set dates. You can also check HK-dir’s website for available test dates.

If you fail, you can retake the test as many times as you need. There is no waiting period between attempts, but you must pay the registration fee each time. We recommend studying the topics you struggled with before retaking.

Yes, passing the samfunnskunnskapsprøve (or completing the required hours of social studies instruction) is a requirement for permanent residence in Norway. For citizenship, you need to pass the statsborgerprøve in Norwegian.

Start by studying the 13 official curriculum topics. Use practice questions to test your knowledge, then focus on weak areas. We recommend at least 2–4 weeks of preparation. Take practice exams to simulate the real test conditions and build confidence.

The test covers 13 topics in 3 modules: (1) Life skills — education, working life, critical thinking; (2) Daily life — new in Norway, family, leisure, health, finances, personal rights; (3) Norway — geography, history, democracy, sustainability.

Most successful candidates study for 2–4 weeks, dedicating 30–60 minutes per day. If the material is completely new to you, plan for up to 6 weeks. Focus on understanding concepts rather than memorising answers, as the actual test questions will differ from practice questions.

Study one topic at a time, starting with topics you find most difficult. After reading the material, test yourself with practice questions. Review your mistakes and revisit the explanations. Take a full practice exam at least once before your real test date.

No, the exact questions on the real test are confidential. However, practice questions cover the same topics and concepts. The format is identical: multiple-choice with three options. Practising with realistic questions helps you prepare effectively even though the specific questions differ.

Yes! The full question bank with over 1,000 practice questions and detailed explanations is completely free, forever. Our optional Pro upgrade (one-time 99 NOK) adds exam simulations, mistake tracking, and progress statistics.

NorskPrep supports 10 languages: Norwegian Bokmål, English, Ukrainian, Arabic, Somali, Tigrinya, Dari, Turkish, Russian, and Polish. All questions and explanations are available in each language.

NorskPrep offers the largest question bank (1,000+ questions) with explanations in 10 languages. Our practice questions are based on the 2026 curriculum, and we offer realistic exam simulations that match the actual test format (38 questions, 60 minutes). Plus, our mistake tracking helps you focus on your weak areas.

Yes, NorskPrep works on any device with a web browser — phones, tablets, and computers. The interface adapts to your screen size for comfortable studying anywhere.

The Pro upgrade (one-time 99 NOK, not a subscription) includes: realistic exam simulations matching the official test format, mistake tracking that identifies your weak topics, detailed statistics showing your progress over time, and priority access to new features.