You are entitled to appeal the decision

• The deadline for appealing is 3 weeks from the date you received the decision.
• Your appeal must be in writing and signed, and a statement must be included with the reason for your appeal. Find more information on how to appeal a decision here.
• If UDI does not grant your appeal, it will be sent for reconsideration by the Immigration Appeals Board (UNE).

What you need to do now

• The cover letter will state whether you will receive the residence card in the mail or whether you must make an appointment with the police.
• If you attended an appointment with the police and submitted your application in Norway, you do not need to make an appointment with the police. You will receive your residence card within three weeks.
• If you applied from abroad or did not meet in person when submitting your application, you must log in and make an appointment with the police (external website).
• If you live in Oslo and have not applied electronically, you must make an appointment with the police by calling 22 34 21 00. You can find contact information for the other police districts here.
• If you move to another address in Norway or move into or out of Norway, you must notify the National Population Register (external website).