My application for a permanent residence permit was rejected, but I was granted a renewal or a new residence permit

Your decision letter will state why your application was rejected, and what kind of residence permit you were granted.

You are entitled to appeal the decision

  • The deadline for appealing is normally three weeks from the date you received the decision.
  • As a rule, your appeal must be in writing, signed and include a statement giving the reason for your appeal. Information on how to appeal a decision.
  • You can submit your appeal to the police or UDI.
  • 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

  • Go to the police station to obtain a residence card.
  • You must go to the police in person so that they can register your fingerprints and take your photo for your residence card. The card shows that you have a temporary residence permit in Norway.
  • If you are under 18 years of age, your parents/guardian must accompany you to the police.
  • After you have been to the police, they will send you the residence card by post (normally within 10 days). The residence card is free of charge.
  • Please notify the National Population Register (Folkeregisteret) if you move to a new address (external website) in Norway or abroad.