EU/EEA Citizens
On the 1st of January 1994, Norway became a member of the European Economic Area (EEA) which comprises of the EU member states and the three EFTA states: Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway.
The EEA agreement secures nationals of the EU and EFTA countries freedom of movement and establishment throughout the area, and a work permit is no longer required.
Marriage to an EEA national
European Union law grants EEA nationals a right to live and work in the United Kingdom. This is called a right of free movement; as a result, their non-EEA dependants have an automatic right to gain entry into the UK.
Non EEA family members must obtain an EEA family permit before travelling to the UK if they are coming to live permanently with the EEA national. However if the marriage takes place in the UK then it is possible for the application to be lodged in the UK.
The EEA national needs to apply for a residence permit, which is normally granted for five years. Permanent residency is granted after completing five years.