Norwegian identification number (ID number)Definition of word or term

There are two types of ID numbers in Norway: D numbers and  national identity numbers.

Want to renew: Au pairGuide for applicants

It is important to apply for renewal well in advance of your residence permit expiring if you wish to retain all your rights. You must also apply for renewal if you wish to change host families.

Want to apply: Seasonal workersGuide for applicants

You can be granted a residence permit as a seasonal worker if you are going to do a job that can only be carried out at a special time of the year, or if you are going to work as a holiday stand-in for a permanent employee.

Registered as moved from Norway in the National Population RegisterDefinition of word or term

UDI decides which foreign citizens with a Norwegian national identity number (fødselsnummer) should be registered as moved from Norway in the National Population Register.

Checklists for required documentation for applicationsDefinition of word or term

When you hand in an application to the police or embassy, there are a number of supporting documents you need to include. UDI has made checklists available for the various application types to help you to gather the correct documentation.

BrexitDefinition of word or term

Information about Brexit and answers to frequently asked questions.

Transfer refugee status to NorwayGuide for applicants

Travel document and transfer of refugee status to Norway if you have been granted a residence permit in Norway, and have refugee status in another country.

Want to apply: Apply for citizenship for those who have previously been Norwegian citizensGuide for applicants

There are special rules for applying for citizenship if you have previously been a Norwegian citizen or have had a Norwegian passport.

Frequently asked questionsContact us

Want to renew: Study permitGuide for applicants

If you have a residence permit that can be renewed, it is important that you apply for renewal well in advance of your residence permit expiring.

Bulgaria and Romania become part of the Schengen areaMessages

22.03.2024

Bulgaria and Romania will become part of the Schengen area from 31 March 2024. Here you can read more about what this means.

EU Blue Card: registration and distinction of first issue and change of status (2014)European Migration Network

This Ad Hoc Query concerns the effectiveness of the Blue Card Directive with regard to attracting highly skilled workers.

Want to apply: Exchange programmes, culture and organisational workGuide for applicants

You can be granted a residence permit in Norway if you are going on a working holiday for young adults, if you are a working guest in agriculture, an employee of a humanitarian/non-profit/religious organisation, or an artist, musician or performer.

Many applicants do not have to meet twice with the policeMessages

15.04.2021

From 16 April 2021, you must give your fingerprints and a photo of your face when you submit your application to the police or a VFS Application Centre/embassy if you are a citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA.

Who is eligible for the return scheme and how to applyReturn

Read more here about who is eligible for assisted return. Applicants fill out the application form at udi.no. The form is available in Norwegian and English.