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.

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.

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.

Limited residence permit due to doubt about the applicant's identityDefinition of word or term

Some people who apply for protection (asylum) in Norway will be granted a limited residence permit because of uncertainty regarding their identity or due to inadequate documentation.

Requirement to financially support yourself to be eligible for a permanent residence permitDefinition of word or term

If you are between 18 and 67 years of age and applying for a permanent residence permit, you must be able to financially support yourself and must have earned your income in the last twelve months.

People who can work in Norway for 14 days 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 up to 14 days.

Permanent right to resideDefinition of word or term

With a permanent right to reside, you can stay and work in Norway indefinitely if you are an EU/EEA national or a family member of an EU/EEA national. You also have extra protection against expulsion.

Information to Russian citizensMessages

23.05.2024

Information for Russian nationals about residence permits, visitor visas and protection (asylum).

Want to renew: Protection (asylum) and strong humanitarian considerationsGuide for applicants

It is important that you apply for renewal well in advance of your residence permit expiring if you want to retain all your rights.

Have applied: Au pairGuide for applicants

After you have handed in your application for a residence permit as an au pair, you must wait for an answer before you can move in with your host family.

Admission/residence and guardianship related provisions for unaccompanied foreign and/or EU minors in vulnerable situations (2014)European Migration Network

This ad hoc query concerns treatment of vulnerable minors.

The difference between a family immigration permit and a residence card for family members of EU/EEA nationalsDefinition of word or term

Some applicants who have family in Norway can choose between applying for a family immigration permit or a residence card for family members of EU/EEA nationals.