Applying for protection (asylum) for children who are born in NorwayGuide for applicants

If a child who is born in Norway has parents who have applied for or been given protection (asylum), the parents can apply for protection for the child.

I want to know more about extensions of residency in NorwayGuide for applicants

Collective protection provides a resident permit that can be extended. You will find more information about extending collective protection here.

Want to apply: Residency according to Brexit regulationsGuide for applicants

You have a residence permit or residence card under the Separation Agreement between Norway and the United Kingdom (Brexit) and want to apply for a residence permit under the Brexit regulations.

Want to apply: Permanent residencyGuide for applicants

With a permanent residence permit, you can stay and work in Norway indefinitely. This also gives you added protection against expulsion. 

Sanctions for holders of an asylum residence permit in case of (proven) identity fraud (2015)European Migration Network

Fraud involving the name(s), date of birth, birthplace and nationality of the holder of a residence permit is subject to the general stipulation on fraudulent data and information. 

Permanent right of residence for family members of EU/EEA nationalsGuide for applicants

You have have the right of residence in Norway according to the EU/EEA regulations in Norway for 5 years.

Residence permit due to strong humanitarian considerations or a particular connection to NorwayGuide for applicants

You have been granted a residence permit, but its period of validity may be limited. In order to renew your residence permit, you must obtain a passport from the government of the country where you are a citizen.

Applying for protection (asylum) when you already have a residence permit in NorwayGuide for applicants

If you have a permanent residence permit, or a temporary residence permit that forms the basis for a permanent residence permit, you cannot be granted protection (asylum) in Norway.

Want to apply: Citizenship for EU/EEA nationals who have held a residence permit in NorwayGuide for applicants

The requirements for Norwegian citizenship are not the same for everyone. How old you are, when you came to Norway and who you are married to, can affect how long you must have lived in Norway before you can apply.

Want to apply: Citizenship for people who hold a residence permit in NorwayGuide for applicants

The requirements for Norwegian citizenship are not the same for everyone. How old you are, when you came to Norway and who you are married to, can affect how long you must have lived in Norway before you can apply.

Want to apply: Residence card for family members of EU/EEA nationals Guide for applicants

You can apply for family immigration if you wish to move to a family member in Norway.

Information regarding the situation in Afghanistan and applications about residence in NorwayMessages

14.02.2024

Many applicants and family members of people staying in Afghanistan contact UDI now. Here you will find information regarding the prioritization of applications and the application process for applicants who are in Afghanistan.

Some applications for right of residence have been put on holdMessages

25.03.2024

Unfortunately, there are some applications for right of residence that we must wait to process.

You cannot have two different residence permits in Norway at the same timeMessages

17.06.2024

Here you can read about the consequences of applications for a residence permit on a new basis when you already have a residence permit, or if you apply for a residence permit on several grounds at the same time.

People who can work in Norway for less than three months without a residence permitDefinition of word or term

Normally, nationals of countries outside the EU/EEA must apply for a residence permit for work purposes in Norway. In some cases, you do not need a residence permit if you plan to work in Norway for less than three months.