-
13.12.2018
If you are applying for Norwegian citizenship after 1 January 2019, it is now a requirement that you have a passport from Somalia. If you do not already have a Somali passport, you must get one now.
-
15.03.2024
If you are travelling outside of Norway, you must bring a valid passport and residence card.
-
21.01.2020
This is a new scheme for support that is in addition to the support Ethiopians can apply for from Norwegian authorities for return and re-integration in their home country.
-
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.
-
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.
-
09.02.2024
Many applicants and family members of people staying in Palestine and Israel are contacting UDI now. Here you will find information regarding prioritisation of applications and the application process for applicants who are in Palestine and Israel.
-
29.03.2021
UDI is offering additional reintegration support to people returning to Iraq through assisted return. From 1 April 2021, Iraqis can apply for the new return programme.
-
16.04.2024
The new rules apply to citizens of Gambia, regardless of where they live, and who is applying for a visitor visa for a Schengen country. There are some exceptions from the rules.
-
18.09.2019
If you no longer have access to your account, this does not affect your applications, or your residence permit.
-
26.03.2024
UDI is working on updating the guide on requirements for training in the Norwegian language for those who have been granted a residence permit after 1 January 2021. Currently, the guide is not updated for those who have received a permit after this date.
-
01.09.2023
Iraqis who had received a residence permit in Norway, even though there was known doubt about their identity, and wanted to become Norwegian citizens, could apply until 1 September 2020 to participate in a time-limited identity clarification programme.
-
19.06.2020
Do you live in Norway and have a Norwegian identification number? Then you may be able to choose digital mail and receive an answer to your application sooner.
-
28.01.2016
Because of the security situation, it is not possible to apply for assisted return to Syria.
-
31.08.2023
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.
-
20.10.2023