On 27 March 2026, the Norwegian government adopted a regulatory amendment which means that fewer people from Ukraine will be covered by the scheme for temporary collective protection.

For individuals from Lebanon whose applications for residence in Norway have been rejeceted, the obligation to return has been temporarily suspended with effect from 18 March 2026. The police will not carry out forced returns to Lebanon during this period.

For individuals from Iran who have received a rejection of their application for residence in Norway, the duty to return has been temporarily suspended. The suspension applies for up to three months, from 20 January 2026. The police will not carry out forced returns to Iran during this period.