How to get the Norway Visitor Visa?

Norway is the sixth richest country in the world. The land of the Midnight sun is famous for its phenomenal lakes, Magical skies, and Fjords. Almost 50 percent of the inhabitants of Norway live in and around Oslo. Ranked among the best countries to live it is also a place that is a very popular tourist destination.

However, if you do not belong to an EU/ EEA region, then you will need a visa to visit Norway. As a short-term visa, you can apply for a Schengen visa which is valid for 90 days and can be extended to 180 days upon request. There are 29 countries in the Schengen region, and this Visa will work for all of them.

The processing time for the Norway visa is 15 days, and it can take longer also, from 30 – 45 days, depending on the case. Thus, it is best to plan your visit and apply for the Visa accordingly.

What are the documents needed for the Norway Visitor Visa?

The improper documents can lead to the rejection of the application. The following documents are important if you want a Norway Visitor Visa-

• A valid passport with a validity of at least six months
• Old passports ( If any)
• Two passport size photographs
• A cover letter that will have the purpose of visit
• Travel insurance of at least EUR 30,000 for the entire Schengen region. The travel insurance should be as per the Schengen standards.
• The Travel Itinerary – It will have the details of hotel bookings and flight bookings
• Proof of Financial stability – bank statements of the last six months.
• Proof of Civil status – marriage certificate ( If any )

How to apply for a Norway Visitor visa?

Take the following steps carefully to apply for the Norway Visitor Visa-

• Step 1 - Fill out the complete visa form
• Step 2 - Attach all the documents and submit
• Step 3 – Pay the fee
• Step 4 – Appear for the interview.

What is the cost of a Norway Visitor visa?

When applying for a Norway Visitor visa and planning the finances of your trip, do keep the exchange rate in mind. The payment for the Visitor Visa fee can also be made online or you can pay at the time of the interview. For an adult, the fee is EUR 80, and for children from 6 to 12 years, it is half the amount, i.e, EUR 40. For those below six years, there is no application fee.