Immigration Law in Norway
Understand your rights and obligations as an immigrant. Get information about permits, family immigration, asylum, citizenship, and more – based on Norwegian law.
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Residence Permits
Temporary and permanent residence permits, requirements, renewal, and how to apply through UDI.
Work Permits
Skilled worker permits, seasonal work, EU/EEA registration, and employer obligations.
Family Immigration
Bringing family members to Norway – spouse, children, and parents. Income requirements and processing times.
Asylum & Protection
The asylum process in Norway, refugee status, subsidiary protection, and Dublin regulation.
Norwegian Citizenship
Requirements for citizenship, language tests, residency requirements, and dual citizenship rules.
UDI Appeals
How to appeal a UDI decision, deadlines, UNE (Immigration Appeals Board), and free legal aid.
Key Information for Immigrants
Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI)
UDI processes all immigration applications in Norway. You can apply online at udi.no and track your application status.
Free Legal Aid
You may be entitled to free legal aid (fri rettshjelp) for immigration cases. Organizations like NOAS, Juss-Buss, and Jusshjelpa provide free assistance.
Immigration Act (Utlendingsloven)
The Immigration Act of 2008 is the main law governing immigration to Norway. It covers permits, visas, asylum, expulsion, and more.
Police Registration
After arriving in Norway, you must register with the police within 7 days if you are from a non-EU/EEA country, or within 3 months if from an EU/EEA country.