Norway to end collective protection for men from Ukraine
This was reported by the Norwegian Ministry of Justice and Emergency Situations.
The Norwegian government intends to change the rules of stay for newly arrived male citizens of Ukraine of conscription age. Once the new rules come into force, men aged 18 to 60 will no longer be automatically granted temporary collective protection.
Instead, they must submit individual applications for asylum in accordance with the standard procedure. This procedure involves a more rigorous review and does not guarantee a residence permit.
According to the government, Norway has already accepted about 100,000 Ukrainians, which is the highest number among the countries of Northern Europe. This places a significant burden on municipalities, particularly due to limited housing and basic services.
The Ministry of Justice has stated that immigration policy must remain controlled and stable. It is also reported that since autumn 2025, Norway, like a number of other European countries, has seen an increase in the number of young men from Ukraine arriving in the country.
The decision is also linked to the policies of other countries in the region. In particular, Denmark is introducing restrictions on the conditions of stay for Ukrainian citizens.
