familiegjenforening
Familiegjenforening, or family reunification, is the legal process that allows a person who resides in a country to bring close family members to join them. The purpose is to preserve family unity and support social integration after migration. Rules and procedures vary by country, but common elements include sponsorship by the resident, submission of documentation proving family relationships and identity, and the grant of a separate residence permit to the joining family member.
Eligible relationships typically include spouses or registered partners and dependent children. In some jurisdictions, other relatives
Application processes generally involve the sponsor applying on behalf of the relative, providing documents such as
If approved, the family member receives a residence permit that allows them to live in the country