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Norway visa for Indian citizens

Applies via: VFS Global + embassySchengen short-stay visaSources checked on

Indian citizens apply for a Norway visa through VFS Global and the embassy. The published fee for Schengen visa – adult is EUR 90. Processing time (Schengen visa): Normally 15 days (up to 45 calendar days when further scrutiny/UDI referral is needed). Courier adds ~2 days for Delhi and 4-6 days for Chandigarh, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune and Bangalore. Application locations listed include New Delhi, Chandigarh, Kolkata, Ahmedabad and Mumbai (4 more listed below). Sources checked on October 10, 2026.

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Norway visa for Indians — key facts

Visa fee
EUR 90Schengen visa – adult
Processing time
Normally 15 days (up to 45 calendar days when further scrutiny/UDI referral is needed)Schengen visa
Where to apply
9 locations listedNew Delhi, Chandigarh, Kolkata…
Insurance required
Yes

Overview

How do Indian citizens apply for a Norway visa?

Applies via: VFS Global + embassy

Who handles applications in India

Applications are processed by the Royal Norwegian Embassy in New Delhi, which handles applicants residing in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Maldives and Bhutan; documents and biometrics are submitted in person at VFS Global centres. You must first register the application and pay the visa fee online on the UDI Application Portal Norway, then book a VFS appointment (given within two weeks). Apply no later than 15 days (embassy recommends at least 4 weeks) and no earlier than six months before travel.

How to apply from India — step by step

  1. 1

    Complete the application form

    Fill in the Norway visa application form linked from the official pages below.

  2. 2

    Prepare your documents

    Gather the documents listed in the "Documents required" section — the common list plus the checklist for your visa category.

  3. 3

    Book an appointment

    Book an appointment as described on the VFS Global / embassy pages linked below.

  4. 4

    Submit your application

    Submit at a VFS Global centre or other listed location: New Delhi, Chandigarh, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Hyderabad and others listed below.

  5. 5

    Give biometrics

    Attend in person for biometrics where the official pages require it.

  6. 6

    Pay the fees

    Pay the visa fee shown in the "Visa fees" section, plus the service fee.

Steps follow the official pages in the Sources section; always follow the latest instructions there.

Before you apply

Visa fees

How much is the Norway visa fee for Indian citizens?

  • Schengen visa – adult

    EUR 90

    Paid online when registering in the UDI Application Portal Norway

  • Schengen visa – child 6 to under 12 years

    EUR 45

  • Schengen visa – child under 6

    No fee

    Per embassy page

  • Residence permit

    As per UDI fees page (https://www.udi.no/en/word-definitions/fees/)

    Not listed on VFS/embassy page itself

  • Resubmission of Passport (courier)

    EUR 5.60

    Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Chandigarh – if passport is returned during processing and later resubmitted

Service fee: VFS page: India - VFS Service fee - EUR 08. Embassy page: India: Fee is 20 Euro per applicant (paid at the VFS counter). Sources conflict.

Checklist

What documents are required for a Norway visa from India?

All applicants

8 items
  • Original current passport and all previous passports – valid at least 3 months beyond intended travel, issued within the previous 10 years, at least two blank pages
  • Passport size photo (white background), not older than six months (35-40MM)
  • Signed printout of the application form / cover letter from the UDI Application Portal Norway
  • Copies of the biodata page and all used pages in your passport
  • Confirmed roundtrip flight booking with fixed dates of maximum 90 days (do not buy ticket until visa is granted)
  • Originals (or certified copies) plus A4 copies without staples; documents in English or Norwegian (others translated by an authorized translator)
  • Letter granting Power of Attorney (optional)
  • Persons under 18: legalized consent letter from both parents / the other parent, or certificate of single custody

Tourist Visa

6 items
  • Travel medical insurance for the stay in Schengen, minimum coverage EUR 30,000
  • Travel agency certificate confirming booking and itinerary, or a detailed plan/schedule if travelling independently
  • Confirmation of payment from travel agent for cruise/package tour
  • Confirmation of accommodation in Norway and other Schengen countries
  • Documents of employment, school or studies and permission for leave
  • Copy of bank account(s) covering the last 3 months (embassy checklist Jan 2024; VFS-hosted 2023 checklist says last 6 months)

Business Visa

5 items
  • Invitation letter from the Norwegian company/organization (identity, purpose, period and place of stay, activities, who will be met, who bears costs)
  • Letter from the Indian company/organization (applicant's position, purpose, activities, contacts in Norway, guarantee of return, company contact details)
  • Memorandum of Association of the Indian company and a photocopy of the first three pages
  • 'Proof of sponsorship and/or of private accommodation' form if the company covers expenses/accommodation; otherwise documentation of own funds
  • Valid travel/health insurance for the entire journey in the Schengen Area

Family and Friends Visit

7 items
  • Valid travel/health insurance for the entire journey in the Schengen Area
  • Invitation letter stating purpose and relation to the inviting party
  • Copy of the first and last page of the reference's passport
  • Documentation of relationship if visiting family
  • Documents of employment, school, studies, permission for leave and income
  • 'Proof of sponsorship and/or of private accommodation' form if a private sponsor covers costs; if self-funded, document NOK 500 per day/person (bank statement or wage specification for past six months)
  • Copy of bank account for the last 6 months

Group tours (travel agency)

3 items
  • Front letter from the travel agency with trip details (route, days in hotel etc.)
  • Confirmed hotel bookings including name and date of birth of each applicant
  • Confirmation from the travel agency of payment received; up to 16 applicants registered together as 'visa group'

Residence Permit (More Than 90 Days)

1 item
  • As per UDI checklists (https://www.udi.no/checklists); biometrics in person mandatory; digital signature for applicants over 10

Photo

What are the Norway visa photo specifications?

Size
35 x 45 mm (embassy checklist: 35-40MM); face 32-36 mm, 70-80% of photo
Background
White (checklist); VFS photo-spec PDF describes plain, bright single-colour background
  • Not older than six months
  • Without headwear except for religious reasons
  • No uniforms
  • Evenly illuminated, sharp focus, no shadows or red eyes
  • Printed on high-quality paper, at least 600 dpi
  • Must comply with ICAO international standards (embassy)

Insurance

Is travel medical insurance required for a Norway visa?

Required

Travel medical insurance valid throughout Schengen for the entire stay, coverage at least EUR 30,000, covering repatriation for medical reasons, urgent medical care/emergency hospital treatment and death; should as a rule be purchased in the home country. VFS publishes a list of approved TMI companies (approved-TMI-companies-list-2026.pdf).

Processing

How long does Norway visa processing take?

Schengen visa
Normally 15 days (up to 45 calendar days when further scrutiny/UDI referral is needed). Courier adds ~2 days for Delhi and 4-6 days for Chandigarh, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune and Bangalore
Residence permit
As per UDI waiting time page (https://www.udi.no/en/waiting-time/)

Visa types

Which Norway visa types can Indian citizens apply for?

Schengen Visitor Visa (up to 90 days)

  • Tourist Visa
  • Business Visa
  • Family and Friends Visit
  • Group tours (2 or more travellers)
  • Family members to EU/EEA citizens
  • Multiple Entry Visas
  • Diplomatic / Official passport holders

Residence Permit (More Than 90 Days)

  • Entry visa (D-visa)
  • Study, work and family reunification permits (per UDI checklists)
  • Visa Stamping after UDI approval

Where to apply

Where do Indian citizens apply for a Norway visa?

  • New Delhi
  • Chandigarh
  • Kolkata
  • Ahmedabad
  • Mumbai
  • Hyderabad
  • Chennai
  • Pune
  • Bengaluru

FAQ

Norway visa for Indians — frequently asked questions

Answers built only from the VFS Global and embassy pages listed in the Sources section.

How much is the Norway visa fee for Indian citizens?

Schengen visa – adult: EUR 90; Schengen visa – child 6 to under 12 years: EUR 45; Schengen visa – child under 6: No fee. 2 more fee rows are listed on this page. Service fee: VFS page: India - VFS Service fee - EUR 08. Embassy page: India: Fee is 20 Euro per applicant (paid at the VFS counter). Sources conflict..

What documents are required for a Norway visa from India?

Original current passport and all previous passports – valid at least 3 months beyond intended travel, issued within the previous 10 years, at least two blank pages; Passport size photo (white background), not older than six months (35-40MM); Signed printout of the application form / cover letter from the UDI Application Portal Norway; Copies of the biodata page and all used pages in your passport; Confirmed roundtrip flight booking with fixed dates of maximum 90 days (do not buy ticket until visa is granted); Originals (or certified copies) plus A4 copies without staples; documents in English or Norwegian (others translated by an authorized translator). Plus 2 more items listed on this page. Category-specific checklists are listed for 5 visa categories.

How long does Norway visa processing take for Indians?

Schengen visa: Normally 15 days (up to 45 calendar days when further scrutiny/UDI referral is needed). Courier adds ~2 days for Delhi and 4-6 days for Chandigarh, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune and Bangalore; Residence permit: As per UDI waiting time page (https://www.udi.no/en/waiting-time/).

Where do Indian citizens apply for a Norway visa?

Applications go via VFS Global + embassy. Locations listed: New Delhi, Chandigarh, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, Bengaluru.

What photo size is required for a Norway visa?

Size: 35 x 45 mm (embassy checklist: 35-40MM); face 32-36 mm, 70-80% of photo. Background: White (checklist); VFS photo-spec PDF describes plain, bright single-colour background.

Is travel medical insurance required for a Norway visa?

Yes. Travel medical insurance valid throughout Schengen for the entire stay, coverage at least EUR 30,000, covering repatriation for medical reasons, urgent medical care/emergency hospital treatment and death; should as a rule be purchased in the home country. VFS publishes a list of approved TMI companies (approved-TMI-companies-list-2026.pdf).

Which Norway visa types can Indian citizens apply for?

Schengen Visitor Visa (up to 90 days) and Residence Permit (More Than 90 Days). 10 visa types are listed on this page.

Sources

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