Register with the police when you arrive in Norway

When do you need to register with the police?
Non-EU/EEA: The Norwegian Directorate of Norwegian Immigration (UDI) requires that that you apply for a Study Permit and register with the Police within seven days of arriving to Norway. Log in to UDI's Application Portal and make a "follow-up"- appointment with the police.

EU/EEA: The Norwegian Directorate of Norwegian Immigration (UDI) requires that that you register with the Police if you are staying more than three months in Norway. Book an appointment with the Police.

What to bring when you meet with the police

• Your offer of admission from UiT (found in the application portal)
• Your visa letter from UDI (non-EU/EEA students)
• Your housing contract (tenancy agreement)
• Your address in Norway with the postal code (see your tenancy agreement)
• The housing code (see your tenancy agreement)
• Your passport
• Health Insurance: Insurance & health matters - international students | UiT

Norwegian identity number:
The Norwegian national identity number is used in many contexts in Norway, including in communication with public authorities, banks and telephone service providers, and for a variety of subscription services. You must apply for a Norwegian Identity number shortly after arriving in Norway. National Identity numbers are issued by the Norwegian Tax Administration to all persons residing in Norway.

Foreigners intending to stay in Norway for less than six months are issued a temporary national identity number (D number). Your national identity number or D number will appear on your tax deduction card.