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Men between the ages of 18 and 60 can no longer be granted temporary collective protection in Norway

The government has decided that men between the ages of 18 and 60 will no longer be covered by the scheme for temporary collective protection. These cases will be assessed under the regulations for individual protection. The requirements for being granted protection on an individual basis are significantly stricter than for collective protection.

  • The change applies to persons who apply on or after 5 May 2026.
  • The change does not apply to those who already have collective protection or who are to have their residence permit extended.

Travelling to Norway

In order to seek protection in Norway, you must travel to Norway to apply.

  • rules about travelling to Norway
  • rules about bringing pets to Norway

I am in Norway, or applying from Norway

If you have come to Norway to seek protection, you need to register at the National Arrival Centre.

  • rules governing collective protection
  • the difference between collective protection and individual protection

Residence permits for children born in Norway

When a child of foreign parents is born in Norway, the parents must apply for a residence permit for the child.

Unaccompanied minor asylum seekers from Ukraine

Here you will find information about applying for protection (asylum) and your rights as a minor asylum seeker from Ukraine. 

Can I contact UDI for information about my case?

You can contact us by telephone. Our staff speak Norwegian and English.

Waiting times for processing applications for protection

Information about waiting times for applications for protection.

Are you facing abuse?

You can escape violent behaviour, exploitation or pressure to act against your will. Get help — for free.

Facebook pages in Ukrainian and Russian

UDI has a Facebook page for refugees from Ukraine available in three languages: Norwegian, Ukrainian, and Russian.