EEA citizens intending to stay in Norway for more than three months must register with the local police (politi) within three months of arrival. Registration confirms your right of residence in Norway under the EEA Agreement. This guide explains the registration process at the local police station or a Service Centre for Foreign Workers (SUA), required documents including proof of employment or sufficient resources, the registration fee, the certificate of registration (registreringsbevis) issued upon completion, and how this registration connects to obtaining your Fodselsnummer and Skattekort.
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Police Registration & UDI Registration
Norway
Last verified: 2026-02-20
Fees, fines, and deadlines are approximate. Always verify with official sources.
Key Registrations & Procedures
Police Registration & UDI Registration
Deadline: Register with police within 7 days of arrival. UDI registration within 3 months for stays over 3 months.
Processing Time: Police registration: same day. UDI registration certificate: 2–8 weeks.
Fees: Free for EU/EEA citizens
Appointment: Appointment required at police station for registration. UDI application online.
Required Documents:
- Valid passport (ID card alone is NOT sufficient for Norway)
- Employment contract or offer letter from Norwegian employer OR proof of self-employment OR admission letter from Norwegian educational institution OR proof of sufficient funds (~NOK 250,000/year)
- Proof of accommodation — rental contract or booking confirmation
- Completed registration form (available at police station)
Where to Do It:
Local police station (politistasjon) for initial registration. UDI application submitted online at udi.no. In Oslo: Service Centre for Foreign Workers (SUA), Tøyenbekken 3.
If You Don't Do It:
Fines may apply for late registration. Without registration you may not be able to get a D-number or national identity number, which blocks access to banking, healthcare, and employment.
Regional Variations: Oslo has SUA (combines police, tax, and UDI). Other cities: register at local police station.
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