Waiting time for expulsion decision
The waiting time is calculated from the date when the police or the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI) opens an expulsion case and sends a notice of intent.
| Case | Waiting time |
|---|---|
| Decision on expulsion | 10 months |
Last updated:
18 December 2025
. Next update:
22 January 2026
.
Waiting times for applications to revoke a prohibition of entry
If you have also applied for a residence permit, you must add the waiting time for lifting the entry ban to the waiting time for the residence permit.
The waiting time is calculated from when you submit your application and documents at the police in Norway, or at an application centre/embassy abroad.
| Citizenship | Waiting time |
|---|---|
| EU/EEA citizens | 6 months |
| Citizens of countries outside the EU/EEA | 5 months |
| Citizens of countries outside the EU/EEA who are covered by the EEA regulations | 6 months |
Last updated:
18 December 2025
. Next update:
22 January 2026
.
Waiting times may change
We usually process the oldest application first. Some applications take longer than others, so the waiting times are only a guide and cannot show exactly when you will get a decision.
This can affect the waiting time
The waiting time can be affected by:
- The number of applicants
- Changes in your situation
- Missing documents
- Additional investigations, such as DNA tests and interviews
- If you have a criminal record
If anything is missing in your application, we will contact you.
More information about waiting times
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Waiting time for appeals against expulsion
If you have submitted an appeal against expulsion, you will receive a response about
3 months
after UDI or the police have received your appeal. We will either overturn the decision or send your case to the Immigration Appeals Board (UNE) to consider your appeal. If we forward your appeal to UNE, you will be notified by email or SMS.