Ukrainians have their residence permits extendedPress releases

19.02.2024

Ukrainians who have had temporary collective protection will have their residence permit in Norway extended by a further year.

Residence permit for victims of abuseGuide for applicants

UDI will prioritise applications for a residence permit for victims of abuse. But there are still some steps your case must go through before we can process it.

Information about my children's residenceGuide for applicants

Browse questions and answers related to your children and their residency on My page.

Renewing residence permits is easier with eIDMessages

14.05.2025

Many people who are set to renew their residence permit and have an eID (BankID, Buypass or other login with the highest level of security) can now do this in an easier way than before.

Svalbard - visa and residence requirementsDefinition of word or term

Withdrawing temporary and permanent non-asylum residence permits (2015)European Migration Network

A temporary or permanent non-asylum residence permit may be withdrawn from a third-country national in all the responding countries on the basis of issues of public order that have been identified in another EU/EFTA member country.

Permanent residence permit with refugee status (protection/asylum)Guide for applicants

This information is for persons holding a permanent residence permit with refugee status (protection) in Norway.

Sufficient income for reduced residence time when applying for citizenshipMessages

02.06.2024

If you have sufficient income the required residence time for Norwegian citizenship is less. If you have sufficient income, you are required to have resided in Norway six out of the last ten years.

Settlement permit (now known as permanent residence permit)Definition of word or term

Settlement permits are now called permanent residence permits.

Revocation - losing a residence permit or citizenshipDefinition of word or term

In some cases, you may lose your residence permit or citizenship.

Want to renew: Ordering a new residence cardGuide for applicants

If you have permanent residence you must order a new card in plenty of time before the old card expires. You can also order a new card if your card has been lost, damaged, stolen or contains errors.

Revocation - when a residence permit or citizenship is invalidatedGuide for applicants

In some cases, your residence permit or citizenship may be revoked. Choose a category below for more information.

Submission of application for temporary residence permit (2016)European Migration Network

Summary of answers in an ad-hoc about the application process for temporary residence permit; possibility to apply electronically.

Granted entry and a temporary residence permit through Medevac GazaGuide for applicants

You have been granted entry and a temporary residence permit as a resettlement refugee (quota refugee) through Medevac Gaza. Most applicants receive a five-year residence permit upon arrival.

Want to apply: Apply for permanent residence permitGuide for applicants

With a permanent residence permit, you can reside and work in Norway indefinitely. You will also be given extra protection against expulsion.