Last updated 2025-07-17
Visa overview
Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.
Is issued in special cases to athletes, established creative artists, cultural disseminators promoting Norwegian culture abroad, Erasmus+ volunteers, and Fulbright participants who do not qualify under student or researcher permits. The applicant must have enough money and a place to live in Norway. Family members can apply at the same time.
The primary characteristics that define the conditions for obtaining and using a visa. These conditions may vary depending on the individual circumstances of the applicant and the decision of the immigration authorities of the country.
from 3 months to 2 years
Validity period
The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
First-time residence permit can be granted for up to 2 years, but not, however, for longer than the period applied for or the period covered by the purpose of the stay. For the citizens of countries that require a visa to enter Norway, UDI will ask the embassy of Norway in the applicant's place of residence to issue an entry visa (D-visa); the applicant does not need to apply for one. The entry deadline is normally 6 months after the decision date. Upon arrival, it is necessary to report to the police within the first few days.
2 years
Length of stay
The maximum duration for which one is permitted to stay in the country continuously from the date of entry.
The permit is granted in accordance with the purpose of the stay for up to 2 years. The permit does not form the basis for a permanent residence permit.
2 years
Extension of stay
The extension of the maximum duration of stay in the country initially permitted by the visa, subject to approval by the immigration authorities. This is typically processed within the country without the need for departure.
The permit can be renewed if it is valid for less than 2 years.
multiple-entry
The ability to enter and exit the country an unlimited number of times, unless otherwise specified, within the visa's validity period.
Number of entries
A parameter specifying the number of times the visa holder can enter the country during its validity period. Visas can be single-entry, multiple-entry, or with a specified number of entries.
6 months
Processing time
The period during which the immigration authorities review the application and make a decision regarding the issuance of the visa. Only business days are counted, excluding weekends and public holidays.
It may take up to 6 months from the time UDI receives the application until they make a decision. If the case requires any additional investigations, the applicant will have to wait longer for a decision.
NOK 6,300
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
The consular fee is the official charge for processing an application by an embassy or consulate and does not include additional payments, such as fees for visa centers, permits or other documents, or postal or courier delivery. Participants in Fulbright programs have to pay the fee when sending in the electronic application form, but this fee will be refunded when they meet at the embassy or at the police to hand in their application documents. The same applies for family members of the participants if they apply for a family immigration permit. Norway has entered into agreements with other Schengen countries (primarily Denmark and Sweden) so that some of their foreign service missions will, on Norway’s behalf, accept applications for visas and residence permits (that entitle the holder to work unless otherwise specified in the decision). In such case, the fees of the country that represents Norway apply.
A list of documents required for visa application. The exact list depends on the chosen visa type, the purpose of the visit, and the individual conditions of the applicant.
The essential minimum documents required for a visa application, such as a passport or visa application form. These are necessary regardless of the location, method, or conditions of the application.
Passport
Issued less than 10 years ago, with a validity period exceeding the duration of the visa by at least three months and with at least two blank pages.
Photograph
Taken in the last six months, passport-size, colored, clean, and meeting other standards according to ICAO photo guidelines.
Proof of accommodation
Confirmed hotel booking, rental contract, proof of residential property or staying with a private host covering the whole duration of the stay.
Application form
Signed permit application form from the Application portal.
Checklist
Printed UDI's document checklist, filled out and signed.
Documents that specify, substantiate, and confirm the purpose of the visit, as well as provide necessary information about the applicant and their future activities in the country.
Proof of financial means
Proof of sufficient funds equivalent of NOK 27116 per month. This can be money in applicant's own account or income from work, corresponding to NOK 27116 per month.
Confirmation of the purpose of the visit
Documentation of earlier assignments or work in culture or sports.
Confirmation from NDC
If the applicant is going to be a volunteer or intern through the Youth in Action programme of the European Solidarity Corps (ESC), which is a part of the EU programme Erasmus+, or an intern through the Key Action1 of the EU programme Erasmus+: Confirmation from the The Norwegian Directorate for Children, Youth and Family Affairs (Bufdir) which shows that the applicant is participating in this programme and that their expenses for food, board, travel and any other needs will be covered.
Documents required vary depending on individual circumstances, specific visa conditions, the place, and the method of application.
Travel health insurance
Valid for the entire Schengen area and the full duration of stay, covering at least €30,000, and include emergency medical care, hospitalization, and repatriation, including in case of death.
Current immigration or residence status
National passport or ID card; residence permit or other document confirming the right to legally reside in the country of residence, if it differs from the one stated in the applicant's passport.
Receipt of fee payment
Confirmation of the visa application processing fee.
Power of attorney
If the employer will apply on behalf of the employee, or for another person in Norway to follow up the application in UDI on the behalf of the applicant.
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
The minimum criteria that each visa applicant must meet. If these criteria are not met, justifications and convincing evidence of intent to visit the country must be provided.
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of one or more member states.
Insurance policy for the entire period of stay, meeting the minimum mandatory or recommended requirements for the country.
The characteristics of a visa according to its classification by types, categories, and visit purposes. These are selected by the applicant during the application process, typically indicated on the visa application form and reflected in corresponding annotations on the visa itself.
Type of visa
The primary purpose of the visa and the conditions under which it is issued. This typically includes several general categories of visas and/or visit purposes based on the type of activity or reasons for entering the country.
Visa for obtaining a residence permit
Category
The classification within a visa type that specifies more specific conditions, characteristics of obtaining, and using the visa. Categories may vary in terms of duration, stay conditions, and the rights granted by the visa.
Exchange programmes, culture and organisational work
Links to official resources upon which the information presented on the website is based. Information portals of government bodies or diplomatic representations of the country responsible for visa issuance and immigration policy in general.
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terranusuppor@outlook.comValidity period
The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
from 3 months to 2 years
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
NOK 6,300
