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Vulnerable persons are in a situation where they may need special adaptation or follow-up from the Norwegian authorities. It is important that you notify the authorities if you are in such a situation, so that you can get help.
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When citizens of certain countries apply for a visitor visa (Schengen visa), the application must be approved by all Schengen countries. This takes at least eight days.
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When you apply for a visitor visa, you must register your fingerprints. This means that you must visit the embassy, consulate or Visa Application Centre in person to have your fingerprints registered.
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You are an unaccompanied minor asylum seeker if you are under the age of 18 years, come to Norway without your parents or others with parental responsibility and apply for protection (asylum) in Norway.
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DeportationDefinition of word or term
Deportation is when the police escort you out of Norway.
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This overview explains the difference between different types of reception facilities available to both those seeking protection and those who have received a decision regarding their applications.
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DUF numberDefinition of word or term
If you have applied for protection (asylum) or for a residence permit in Norway, you will be assigned a DUF number.
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From 1 January 2020, it is allowed to have one or more citizenships in addition to a Norwegian citizenship.
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If you have a valid residence permit, that means that your permit has not expired. Your decision states how long your residence permit is valid.
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You do not need to complete Norwegian language training to obtain a permanent residence permit if you have passed all four parts of the Norwegian exam at level A2 or higher, or if the municipality has granted you an exemption.
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The Schengen area comprises 29 European countries. There is normally no passport control on the borders between these countries. If you have a valid visa or residence permit in one of these countries, you can also visit the other Schengen countries.
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Norway has an agreement with Azerbaijan and Ukraine that simplifies the procedure for visitor visa applications for citizens of these countries
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Norway’s legal basis for collective protection in a mass flight situation is set out in the Immigration Act, Section 34.
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If you are a Swedish, Danish, Icelandic or Finnish citizen, all you need to do to live in Norway, is to report a move to the National Registry.
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If you are applying for Norwegian citizenship, and are between 18 and 67 years old, you must have passed an oral test in Norwegian.