How to Apply for a Norway Schengen Visa Tourists

Check if you are a citizen of a country or territory that is required to obtain a Schengen Visa to visit Norway. You can find the list of visa-exempt countries for Norway here.

Step 2: Identify the Appropriate Norwegian Embassy or Consulate

Find the Norwegian embassy or consulate that serves your country or region. You can find the contact details of Norwegian diplomatic missions here.

Step 3: Gather the Required Schengen Visa Documents

You will need to provide various documents to support your Schengen visa application, such as:

1. Completed Schengen Visa application form
2. Valid passport with at least two blank pages and a validity that extends beyond the intended stay in Schengen area
3. Two recent passport-sized photos
4. Proof of financial means (e.g., bank statements, payslips, or sponsorship declaration)
5. Travel medical insurance with a minimum coverage of €30,000
6. Evidence of accommodation (e.g., hotel reservation or invitation from a host)
7. Roundtrip flight itinerary or other means of transportation to and from Norway
8. Additional supporting documents, depending on your purpose of visit (e.g., invitation letter for business, proof of enrollment for study, or marriage certificate for family visits).

Step 4: Fill Out the Application Form

Download and carefully complete the Schengen Visa application form. Ensure that you provide accurate information and sign the form where required.

Step 5: Submit Your Application and Pay the Visa Fee

Submit your completed visa application along with the required documents and visa fees to the Norwegian embassy or consulate. The fees vary according to your nationality and type of visa, so check with the specific diplomatic mission for the exact amount.

Step 6: Biometric Data Enrollment

If required, you may be asked to provide biometric data (fingerprints and a digital photograph) at the visa application center.

Step 7: Visa Interview (if applicable)

In certain cases, you may be invited for a personal interview at the embassy or consulate. Be prepared to answer questions about your travel plans, purpose of visit, and supporting documents.

Step 8: Visa Processing Time and Decision

The processing time for a Schengen Visa can vary, typically ranging from a few days to several weeks. Once the decision is made, you will be notified to collect your passport and visa (if granted) or provided with the decision in writing if your application is denied.

Step 9: Collect Your Passport and Visa (if granted)

Once your Schengen Visa is approved, you can collect your passport and visa from the Norwegian embassy or consulate. Carefully check the visa validity and ensure it covers the intended duration of your stay.

Step 10: Travel and Respect Visa Conditions

If your visa is granted, you can travel to Norway and other Schengen countries within the validity period and stay for the permitted duration. Make sure to comply with the terms and conditions stated on your visa, including the purpose of visit and duration of stay.