Oppholdstillatelsesstatus

Oppholdstillatelsesstatus refers to the legally granted right to reside in Norway under a valid residence permit and the conditions attached to it. In Norway, the status is issued and managed by the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI). The status shows whether a person has a permit, what type it is, its validity period, and what rights it grants.

Types of status include permanent oppholdstillatelse, which generally allows long-term residence, and midlertidig oppholdstillatelse, issued for purposes such as work, study, family reunification, or protection. There is also status related to asylum or other protection grounds and cases where a decision is still pending. The exact rights (for example, whether work is allowed) depend on the permit type and conditions set in the decision.

Status is determined through an application process managed by UDI. Applications are assessed based on purpose, documentation, background checks, and the applicant’s compliance with residence requirements. Decisions specify permit type, validity, and any work or study rights. If a permit is refused, the applicant may have the right to appeal within a set deadline.

Checking status can be done online through UDI’s portals, often via Min side or the case-tracking service. Applicants receive written decisions with details on validity, required renewals, and any conditions. Renewal and expiration rules vary by permit type: temporary permits must be renewed before expiry; permanent permits typically last longer and require fewer renewals but can be revoked for serious reasons or if the basis for the permit no longer applies. Absences from Norway and changes in circumstances may affect status.

Rights and obligations accompany the status, including the right to stay and work (as permitted), and duties to report address changes, maintain compliance, and apply for renewals or changes when needed.