I want to apply for protection

Travelling to Norway

In order to seek protection in Norway, you must travel to Norway to apply.

If you have come to Norway to seek protection, you need to register at the National Arrival Centre.

When a child of foreign parents is born in Norway, the parents must apply for a residence permit for the child.

Here you will find information about applying for protection (asylum) and your rights as a minor asylum seeker from Ukraine. 

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

Information about waiting times for applications for protection.

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

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