Important information:
Please be aware that there are currently fewer appointments available at the Oslo Police Department. New appointments will be posted on the UDI portal on an ongoing basis.
Therefore, we recommend that you book the first available appointment with the police, and that you log on regularly to see if there are any earlier appointments available.
If you are not able to book an appointment through the UDI portal, you may send an email to the police for assistance: oslo.fuf.studenter@politiet.no.
If there is a case of emergency you may request to be prioritised for an earlier appointment. Please contact the Oslo Police Department for any further question.
How to register with the police after arrival in Norway
- Book an appointment with the police on the UDI's web page.
- In the online portal, choose: Oslo Police District, Department of Immigration
- Students how have arrived in Norway may also call the police: 22 34 21 00. For contact information see here.
Bring the following documents for your appointment:
- Passport or national ID card
- Address in Norway written on a piece of paper
- Receipt from the SiO Deposit Account (if applicable)
If you have not obtained a residence permit before coming to Norway
Please contact the UDI directly to find out if you must apply for residence permit before arrival, or if you can travel to Norway and then hand in your application for residence permit after arrival.
If you apply from Norway:
- You need to submit an online application and book an appointment on the UDI's web page.
- Follow our guide to apply for residence permit
- Bring with you all required documents: See UDI list of documents you must hand in (udi.no)