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Important changes to the right to apply for collective protection

As of 28 September 2024, you will no longer be granted collective protection when you are from areas that are considered by the Norwegian authorities as safe.

I have an application for collective protection

You are not allowed to work while waiting for the outcome of your application.

I have an application for individual protection

Frequently asked questions about:

the UDI interview
Dublin cases
working
other residence permit types
passports

Asylum reception centres

Frequently asked questions about:

moving from an asylum reception centre
pets and asylum reception centres
Norwegian language training
the Alternative accommodation scheme

Schooling, healthcare, D numbers and asylum seeker cards

Here you will find frequently asked questions about your rights and life in Norway as a refugee, such as questions about school, healthcare, obtaining a D number and asylum seeker card.

Can I contact UDI for information about my case?

You can contact us by telephone. Our staff speak Norwegian and English.

Information for registered Ukrainians

The research foundation Fafo (Institute for Labour and Social Research) is conducting a research project on Ukrainian refugees in Europe and Norway, commissioned by the UDI.

Waiting times for processing applications for protection

Information about waiting times for applications for protection.

Are you facing abuse?

You can escape violent behaviour, exploitation or pressure to act against your will. Get help — for free.

Facebook pages in Ukrainian and Russian

UDI has a Facebook page for refugees from Ukraine available in three languages: Norwegian, Ukrainian, and Russian.

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