Norway

In 2020, Norway reported 1,387 registered asylum-seekers – the lowest number in 30 years – the majority coming from Syria, Eritrea and Turkey.

Norway is covered by the UNHCR’s Representation for the Nordic and Baltic Countries, located in Stockholm, Sweden, which has been active in the region since 1985. The representation is responsible for Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, and Sweden.

Information for refugees and asylum-seekers in the Nordic and Baltic countries.

The UN Refugee Agency’s work in the Nordic and Baltic countries focuses on supporting governments in implementing legal instruments related to asylum and statelessness and ensuring that all people of concern to UNHCR in the region enjoy access to their rights in these areas. UNHCR also focuses on raising awareness and mobilizing support for the organization’s global efforts to protect people forced to flee.

Additional information

For information about our work in Norway: