Information for people fleeing the war in Ukraine

How to apply for protection in Norway, and what to expect when you arrive in Norway.
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The collective protection scheme is extended by one year

The government has decided to extend the collective protection scheme by one year. Those who have collective protection can have their permit extended for another year. This also applies to those who have had collective protection for three years.

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Make sure we have the information we need to contact you

We are experiencing some difficulties trying to contact people from Ukraine who have changed their telephone numbers and/or addresses since coming to Norway.

We need to know how to contact you to inform about your interview or to send you information.

Contact the Norwegian Tax Authority (external website) (Skatteetaten) or UDI's Information Service (+47 23 35 16 00) to register your correct address.

I want to apply for protection

Questions and answers about:

  • collective protection
  • individual protection
  • residence permits for children born in Norway
  • unaccompanied minor asylum seekers

I am waiting for my application to be decided upon

Information about:

  • collective protection
  • individual protection
  • asylum reception centres
  • schooling, healthcare, D numbers and asylum seeker cards
  • how to contact UDI
  • waiting times

I have received an answer on my application

If you have received a letter from UDI about your application, informing you that:

  • your application has been approved
  • your application has been rejected
  • you have been told that your application will be processed by another country

I want to leave Norway

Information about:

  • trips and holidays abroad
  • going to Ukraine
  • moving out of Norway
  • moving back to Norway

I want to know more about extensions of residency in Norway

Collective protection provides a residence permit that can be extended.

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.