No registration is necessary for visits lasting less than 90 days. Students planning to reside for over six months in Norway must complete all three steps.
Students who have resided in Norway for more than six months, and have received a Norwegian National Identification Number, only need to complete step 2 (reporting a move and booking an ID check with the Tax Office) within eight days after arrival (external link).
1: Online registration (after arrival)
Citizens of EU/EEA & Switzerland do not need to apply for a residence permit but are required to register (free) at a local police station within 90 days after arrival. Complete the online registration form (external link), but be aware that:
- For international students studying at Evenstad, Hamar, or Rena, the International Office will book an appointment for all students at their Campus on one of the first days of the semester. If one's arrival is delayed, the student needs to notify the International Coordinator as soon as possible and book the appointment at the police station.
- International students studying at Campus Elverum or Lillehammer must book the appointment through the UDI webpage. The International Office will not secure appointments for students.
2: Reporting a move to Norway (after arrival) - visiting the Police Station and the Tax Office
Students staying over six months must report a move to Norway and apply for a Norwegian National Identity Number. For detailed information, please view the Norwegian Tax Administration's webpage (external link).
Meet up at the local police station in person during the appointment and submit the following documents:
- Letter of Admission from INN.
- Document confirming one has the funds to study in Norway. Write your name, date of birth, and that you have enough money on a paper. Remember to sign it.
- Housing contract (tenancy agreement).
- The passport or National ID card must be valid for three to six months beyond the planned stay.
- European Health Insurance Card or proof of other private health insurance coverage.
Book an appointment (external link) before visiting the Tax Office. Bring the following documents for the appointment:
- Passport or national ID card containing your sex (!).
- Registration certificate issued by the police.
- Housing contract (tenancy agreement).
- Letter of Admission from INN.
- The completed immigration form (RF1401E).
3: Forwarding the confirmation to INN
You must deliver a copy of the confirmation of immigration from Skatteetaten to the International Office at one's Campus of study. Drop by the Office or forward a copy by e-mail.