Children are entitled to care and consideration from those who have the parental care. The parents have the right and obligation to take decisions for the child in personal affairs, and they are obligated to give the child a proper upbringing and support. Parents have a legal right to take time off work in connection with birth and upbringing of a child.
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... that lump sum grants may be awarded if you don't qualify for parental benefits?If you give birth or adopt a child, yet do not qualify for parental benefit, you may still be entitled to a lump sum grant (engangsstønad). You must be registered as a member of the National Insurance Scheme in Norway. A grant is awarded per child, and at present, the amount is NOK 35 263. For more information contact your local NAV office. A booklet entitled "The rights of parents of small children" also outlines the conditions for lump sum grants.
