In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Generally, you become eligible to apply for permanent residency only after having legally lived in Norway under a residence permit for at least 3 years. Residency permits typically are granted for work or study in the country.  If you are a spouse or unmarried partner cohabiting with a Norwegian national who works in a Norwegian embassy or consulate, you are exempt from the residency requirement. If you are an EU national, you automatically acquire permanent residency in Norway after living there for 5 years. You must provide proof that you have been living legally in the country for 5 years, and that you are working, studying, or otherwise self-sufficient. Although many Norwegians speak English, if you want to become a permanent resident of the country, you must demonstrate your proficiency in the national language. Free online courses in Norwegian are available at https://www.ntnu.edu/learnnow/. There are other options available for learning Norwegian for free, or you can pay for commercial courses or private tutoring. Find links to additional language resources at https://www.kompetansenorge.no/English/Immigrant-integration/#Norwegianlanguagetuition_5. If you are between the ages of 16 and 55, you must pass an oral test in Norwegian at a minimum level of A1, and pass a written test in Norwegian social studies given in the language of your choice.  For the Norwegian language test, go to https://www.kompetansenorge.no/norwegian-language-test/. On this page, you can register to take the test either in the summer (June 5 – 12) or winter (November 26 – December 6). The page includes links to study materials and a practice test. To sign up for the social studies test, go to https://www.kompetansenorge.no/test-in-social-studies/. During the 3 years you live in Norway prior to applying for permanent residency, you can't have any criminal convictions. You also won't be eligible for permanent residency if you were ordered into involuntary psychiatric treatment or care. Having a conviction doesn't mean you can never become a permanent resident of Norway. However, you may have to wait until at least 3 years have passed since the date of conviction before you can apply. Most applicants can complete their application for permanent residency using the online Application Portal for the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI). Go to https://selfservice.udi.no/ to create your user account. From your user account on the Application Portal, you can fill out your application, submit your forms, book appointments, and check the status of your application. UDI only grants permanent residency to applicants who demonstrate that they met the minimum income requirements for the previous year. In 2018, this amount was NOK 238.784.  The applicable minimum income requirements and documentation required to prove your income will be listed on your application. You also cannot have received any social security payments during your residency period prior to submitting your application. As of 2018, the permanent residence application fee for adults is NOK 3.100. There is no fee for children under 18. To check the latest application fees and get information on the method of payment, visit the UDI website.  If you completed and submitted your application online, you can pay your fees online at the same time using a Visa or MasterCard. Review your responses to all the questions on your application before you submit it. Once you've clicked through to the payment screen, you won't be able to go back and make any changes. Once you've submitted your application, you can also make an appointment to hand in the necessary supporting documents at your local police station. To generate a checklist of the documents you're required to bring with you to your appointment, go to https://www.udi.no/en/checklists-container/citizenship-travel-permanent/checklist-permanent-residence/ and answer a few questions about your application. After you've submitted your application, UDI will begin the review process. It typically takes from 3 to 6 months to process an application for permanent residence. You may be contacted if additional information or documentation is required to before your application can be granted.  You can find out the approximate wait time for your application to be processed by visiting https://www.udi.no/en/word-definitions/guide-to-case-processing-times-for-applications-for-permanent-residence/ and answering a few questions. If your application is denied, you can appeal the decision. Information on how to appeal will be included with your notification. If your application for permanent residency has been approved, you must visit the police station nearest you to complete the process and get your permanent resident card. Police will take your fingerprints and photo, then order your card for you.  You can also book an appointment online from the Application Portal if you have an account set up there. If you have problems setting up an appointment online, call the police station directly. You cannot book an appointment through UDI. Your card will be mailed to you when it's ready. Expect it to take at least 10 business days to arrive. If you have travel plans overseas, make sure to leave plenty of time to get your residence card before you leave the country. Otherwise, you may have difficulty when returning. Even though it has your photo, your residence card is not considered proof of identity. When traveling outside of Norway, you still must carry your passport.
Summary: Hold a valid residency permit for at least 3 years. Become proficient in the Norwegian language. Take Norwegian language and social studies tests. Keep your criminal record clean. Register on the Application Portal. Demonstrate that you have financially supported yourself. Pay your permit fees. Take your supporting documents to the nearest police station. Wait for notification. Book an appointment at the police station. Receive your residence card in the mail.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Tell your boyfriend what you like about him as often as you can. Praise serves two purposes: it helps him feel good about himself and it also reinforces positive behaviors.  Choose different areas to focus on each time you compliment him— his looks, his abilities, his ideas, his treatment of others, etc. Be sure your compliments are always sincere. You don't want to overdo it and say things that you don't actually mean. In addition to saying nice things about your boyfriend to his face, you should also pay him compliments to others. Rave to your sister about how he helped you study for a science test or tell your best friend how cute you think he is. Overhearing these positive words (or having them get back around to him) will make your boyfriend feel good about himself and his relationship with you. Does your boyfriend know that you're his No. 1 fan? Show him by cheering him on in his endeavors. This could translate to telling him he'll make a great doctor someday or showing up at his band performances. “Thank you" is often understated in relationships, so take out time to let your boyfriend know you appreciate him. Say, “Thanks for helping me with those boxes, babe" or “I really appreciate how you're always there for me.” Give your boyfriend reassurance often. Don't assume he knows that you care; tell him. Say, “I don't know what I would do without you” or “I love you so much" (if that's true).
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Compliment your boyfriend regularly. Make sure he overhears you speaking well about him to others. Support his goals. Show genuine appreciation. Tell him how much you care.