New in Norway - Information from Norwegian authorities

Welcome to Norway

On this page, you will find official information from the Norwegian authorities that may be useful for those new in Norway. You get to know your rights and obligations.

Stortinget i Norge med norske og ukrainske flagg

Find information adapted to your situation

The information is adapted for adults who have applied for or are going to apply for protection because of the war in Ukraine.

Arrival in Norway

Here you will find information on how to apply for protection, whether you can bring your pet to Norway, your rights to healthcare, language training and accommodation upon arrival in Norway.

Settlement

Here you will find information about what it means to be settled in a municipality with public assistance and what rights this gives you.

Living in Norway

Here you will find information about various topics such as work, education, health, financal support, and children and family.

In Norway you will live safely and well

We stand together for a free and independent Ukraine. Norway therefore supports Ukraine humanitarianly, economically and militarily, and we are a long-term and reliable supporter. We will welcome you and other Ukrainian refugees seeking protection in our country.

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre

About New in Norway

New in Norway was published on 1 June 2023 and contains information for adults who have applied for or are going to apply for protection in Norway because of the war in Ukraine.

The website will be updated with information from additional official authorities about topics that are relevant for those who are new in Norway.

Within 2023 and 2024, New in Norway will include information to all newly arrived refugees and immigrants in Norway.