🇳🇴Norway Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Europe· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Norway?
It depends on your passport. Out of 198 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 93 enter Norway visa-free and 105 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
93
nationalities
Consular visa
105
nationalities
Check the rule for your nationality
Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
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Transit visa for Norway
Visa for airport or land transit.
- Stay:
- Same-day
- Fee:
- 90 EUR
Data updated on · Official source
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Coming up: announced entry rules
- Europe: ETIAS travel authorisationExpected by the EU in the last quarter of 2026
Visa-exempt travellers will need to apply online (€20) before entering any of the 30 countries concerned. Applications are not open yet: beware of websites already selling it. Official EU website
Insurance requiredInsurance for the Schengen visa (AXA Schengen)
If your passport needs a Schengen visa, it is a required document of the file: at least €30,000 of medical expenses. Any compliant insurer is accepted; AXA Schengen is one. Only the consulate decides whether the certificate is acceptable.
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Norway visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Norway applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- EcuadorVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- TunisiaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- United KingdomVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- SenegalVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- MoroccoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- TurkeyVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- BrazilVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- Côte d'IvoireVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- CameroonVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- HaitiVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- Burkina FasoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- GuineaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- NigeriaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- MaliVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- Democratic Republic of the CongoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- CongoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- UgandaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- The GambiaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- CubaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- GhanaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
Norway visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Norway publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 90 days per 180-day period | 90 EUR | 15-45 days | Portal | |
| Self-employed visa | Work | 1 year | 6,300 NOK | 90 days | Portal | |
| Job Seeker visa | Work | 6 months | 6,300 NOK | 60 days | Portal | |
| Skilled Worker visa | Work | 3 years | 6,300 NOK | 60 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Student visa | Study | Duration of programme | 5,400 NOK | 90 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Researcher visa | Study | 4 years | 5,400-6,300 NOK | 60 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Family Reunification | Family | 3 years | 7,800-11,900 NOK | 60-365 days | Portal | |
| Working Holiday visa | Working holiday | 1-2 years | 6,300 NOK | 60 days | Portal | |
| Airport transit visa (Schengen A) | Transit | Same-day | 90 EUR | 15 days | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Oslo
Population
5,630,000
Currency
Norwegian krone (NOK kr)
Languages
Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Sami
Continent
Europe
Calling code
+47
Timezone
Europe/Oslo
Area
385,207 km²
Government
Constitutional monarchy
National day
17 May - Constitution Day
Internet domain
.no
About
Norway is a Scandinavian country in Northern Europe, famous for its stunning fjords and northern lights. It has a prosperous economy driven by oil, gas, and renewable energy. The country is known for its high standard of living and environmental commitment.
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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Low)
- Stay vigilant in tourist areas
- Avoid leaving valuables in plain sight
Terrorism(Medium)
- Follow advice from the PST (Police Security Service); increased risk of operations by foreign states
Transport
- Check the weather and use appropriate tires
Natural risks(Avalanche and flood risks in winter/spring)
- Check NVE alerts
Health(Excellent public healthcare system)
- Travel insurance recommended
- Standard vaccines
Practical tips
- Register on UDI for long stays
- See sikkert.no, Norway's official digital security portal
- Follow COVID rules if applicable
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Oslo · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
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safe
Not mandatory, service included
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Norway?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Norway across 198 nationalities: 93 visa-free, 105 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Norway visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 90 EUR (Short-stay (tourism)). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for Norway?▾
Norway issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid Same-day. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to Norway?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Most serious security situation since World War II, with high threats from state actors.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Norway?▾
The official currency is Norwegian krone (NOK kr). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Norway?▾
The capital of Norway is Oslo. The main spoken languages are: Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk, Sami.
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