Norway Visas
Capital Oslo ยท Currency NOK ยท Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI)
Norway is in the Schengen Area. Short visits use a Schengen visa; study and skilled work use residence permits via the UDI, and permanent residence follows three years of continuous stay.
โ Schengen area; ETIAS launching for visa-exempt visitors.Norway visas at a glance
| Visa type | Fee | Processing | Stay / validity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ๐๏ธ Tourist / Visit Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) |
EUR 90 | 15 calendar days (up to 45 in some cases) | Max 90 days per 180-day period | View โ |
| ๐ Student Study Residence Permit |
NOK 6,300 (approx.) | Weeks to a couple of months | One year, renewable | View โ |
| ๐ผ Work / Skilled Skilled Worker Residence Permit |
NOK 6,300 (approx.) | Weeks to months | Up to the job/1โ3 years, renewable | View โ |
| ๐ PR / Immigration Permanent Residence |
NOK 3,400 (approx.) | Several months | Permanent | View โ |
Visa types for Norway
Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)
Tourism, family visits or business up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen Area.
- Processing: 15 calendar days (up to 45 in some cases)
- Stay: Max 90 days per 180-day period
- Validity: Up to 90 days / 180 days
Study Residence Permit
Study at a Norwegian institution โ often tuition-free โ with a residence permit and work rights.
- Processing: Weeks to a couple of months
- Validity: One year, renewable
Skilled Worker Residence Permit
Residence permit for skilled workers with a concrete job offer meeting Norwegian pay.
- Processing: Weeks to months
- Validity: Up to the job/1โ3 years, renewable
Permanent Residence
Permanent residence after three years of continuous residence, with language and civics requirements.
- Processing: Several months
- Validity: Permanent
Embassies, consulates & visa centres
Royal Norwegian Embassy
๐ New Delhi, India
50-C Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
Norway visa FAQs
What visa types does Norway offer?๏ผ
VisaViews covers 4 Norway visa types: Tourist / Visit, Student, Work / Skilled, PR / Immigration. Each has its own eligibility criteria, fees and processing times.
Does Norway have an eVisa or visa-free entry?๏ผ
Schengen area; ETIAS launching for visa-exempt visitors.
How much is a Norway tourist visa?๏ผ
The Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) costs EUR 90. Fees are indicative and can change โ always confirm on the official source.
How long does a Norway visa take to process?๏ผ
Processing time varies by visa type; the Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) typically takes 15 calendar days (up to 45 in some cases).
Who handles Norway visas and immigration?๏ผ
Norway visas and immigration are administered by Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI). The official portal is https://www.udi.no/en/.