What it is: UDI (Utlendingsdirektoratet) is Norway’s Directorate of Immigration. UDI processes and decides many immigration matters (residence permits, family immigration, protection/asylum, permanent residence, citizenship processes in certain steps, and more).
Key portals and identifiers
- UDI “Min side”: view applications, send documents, pay fees, and book appointments where available.
- DUF number: a registration number used in UDI’s systems for people who apply for residence/protection.
How UDI intersects with family life
Immigration status can directly affect family unity and contact. DBN’s focus is to make sure families understand:
- Which authority decides what (UDI vs Police vs Tax Administration)
- How identity/registration issues can delay permits and practical rights
- How to document child ties and family life consistently across systems
Practical checklist for UDI interactions
- Use Min side for document submission and keep copies of what you upload.
- Write a short cover note when sending documents: what is attached, why it matters.
- Keep a timeline (appointments, submissions, payments, replies).
- Confirm the correct authority for the step you’re on (UDI vs police appointment vs Tax Administration identity steps).
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