Norway Visa Requirements - Documents, Eligibility & Fees
Planning to explore the beauty of Norway? At Baradia Holidays, we make your visa process simple and stress-free. Here you’ll find all the details you need — from required documents and eligibility criteria to step-by-step submission guidelines. With our expert assistance, your dream trip to Norway is just a few steps away.
Embassy Address in India
DELHI
Royal Norwegian Embassy
50-C, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri,
New Delhi – 110 021
Telephone: (11) 4136 3200
Fax: (11) 4136 3201
Office Timings: Mon to Thurs, 0830 to 1300 hrs & 1330 to 1630 hrs (Mon to Thurs), 0830 to 1400 hrs (Fri)
Visa Timings: 0930 to 1200 hrs (Mon & Thurs)
Collection Timings: 0930 to 1200 hrs (Mon & Thurs)
Email: emb.newdelhi@mfa.no , visum-del@mfa.no (Visa Section)
Note: All Passports are processed in New Delhi.
Mumbai
Royal Norwegian Consulate General
301-302, Orbit Plaza, New Prabhadevi Road, Behind Chaitanya Towers, Prabhadevi,
Mumbai – 400 025
Telephone: 022- 2438 9712 / 9713 / 9717
Fax: 022- 2438 9715
Office Timings: Mon to Fri, 1000 to 1300 hrs
Email: rncg@norinco.co.in
Note : All Passports are processed in New Delhi.
KOLKATA
Royal Norwegian Consulate
64 Lake Place,
Telephone: 033- 2465 6280
Fax: (33) 2236 5890
Office Timings: Mon to Fri, 1030 to 1600 hrs
Email: ntpc3291@gmail.com
Note : All Passports are processed in New Delhi.
CHENNAI
Royal Norwegian Consulate
No. 45 (Old No. 22) Sixth Main Road, Raja Annamalaipuram,
Chennai – 600 028
Telephone: (44) 2435 5939
Fax: (44) 523 3235
Office Timings: Mon to Fri, 1000 to 1700 hrs
Email: insmaa@airtelmail.in / insmaa@vsnl.com
Note : All Passports are processed in New Delhi.
Schengen Territory:
Indian Nationals can obtain short stay visa for a period ranging from one to ninety days, valid for all countries of the Schengen Territory i.e. Austria, Benelux (Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg), Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden & Switzerland. The Schengen Convention is a great step towards freedom of circulation of people. Foreigners bearing a valid stay permit delivered by one of the Schengen states can leave and later re-enter the Schengen Territory without having to ask for a visa again, on condition that they have a valid passport and relevant travel document and a multiple entry visa. Application for visas have to be submitted with the competent Consular authorities, which are to be determined according to the following criteria:
- If the Applicant intends to stay in one Country only, the application should be submitted at the Representation of the same Country.
- If the Applicant wishes to travel to several Member States, the application should be submitted at the Representation of the Country where the main purpose of travel lies, determined by the duration of the stay.
- If the main destination cannot be ascertained, the Country of the first port of entry into Schengen Territory is regarded as the competent Consular office for processing the application.
- Long term visas are still subject to the laws of the Country of Destination. They must be applied for at the Consular Authorities of the concerned Member States.
Passport
A passport is a document that is required at the time of International travels. It is issued by the government of the country to verify the identity and nationality of the candidate.
- It must have minimun two blank pages for the visa stamp.
- It must be valid for 6 months ahead of the span of stay.
- It must be original and genuine.
- It must not be torn, ripped, split, or damaged in any kind of way.
One cannot cross international boundries without the passport. It is considered a criminal offense otherwise.
Old Passport
An old passport is a passport that has expired or is completely stamped. In the visa processing, it is required to track the travel history of the applicant.
If available, the old passport must also be provided meeting the given criteria
- If any of the traveler has old passport, it must be submitted along with latest passport.
- It must be original and in a good condition to access the required information.
Without the old passport, you cannot get the visa stamp. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Photo
The photo is provided to the authority so that you can be identified based on the same.
The photographs must be provided as per the given photo specifications
- It must be clicked on an all white background.
- It must be of proper size with dimensions of 35×45 mm (length – 45mm, breadth – 35mm).
- Two copies to be submitted with general photo guidelines.
- It must have a matte finish.
- It must cover face 80% of the frame.
- It must be a recent photograph.
- The expressions on the face must be neutral, there must not be any kind of smiling of frowning in the photograph.
- Any kind of glasses must not be worn in the photograph.
- The hair must be tied back so that the face is clearly visible.
- The ears must be visible clearly.
- It must not have any headgear worn apart from religious reasons.
- It is to be taken care that your teeth do not show in the photograph.
Recent pictures are mandatory as old pictures can cause the authorities to reject your application.
Air Ticket
An air ticket is a ticket or pass that is possessed by the traveler who is taking a flight for travelling from one location to another.
It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason
- The air ticket has to be booked for the complete round trip.
- It must be confirmed for the complete round trip.
An air ticket shows your course of travel and confirms your return to the native country.
Travel Insurance
A travel insurance is a document that shows the amount of money that has been kept in case of any major injury or accident.
The Travel Insurance issued has to meet the following criteria
- Cover as per the stay in the Schengen countries area .
- It must be circulated from the authorized insurance company only.
- It is better if the insurance is valid for at least 3 to 10 ahead of the date of arrival to India.
- It must cover the whole trip right from leaving India to returning to India.
- It must mention the applicant’s details as per the passport.
You are not allowed to travel abroad without a travel insurance. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
This is a common list of documents. For specific purpose visa choose from following:
- Tourist Visa
- Business Visa
- Visit Visa
Eligibility for getting Norway Visa:
In order to be eligible to travel to the country on a visa, you will have to meet the following eligibility criteria.
Be a genuine traveller – You must have a valid and good intention behind travelling to the country.
Eligible to bear all expenses – You must possess sufficient funds to support yourself and any dependents throughout the stay.
Reasons to return – You must have strong ties in your home country that will ensure that you will return after your stay.
Be of good character – You must have a clean criminal track record and be of good character. You may have to provide PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) for the same.
Be in good health – You must at least meet the minimum health requirements required by the authorities.
Visa Fees for Norway Visa:
*Important Note:
Embassy/Consulate reserves the right to ask for additional documents or personal appearance for an interview in special cases. Submission of the above-mentioned documents does not guarantee that a visa is granted, so It's recommonded to get the professional visa consultation. Submission of incomplete documentation or refusal to appear for a special visa interview may result in the rejection of your visa application . Although the information on this website has been prepared with utmost care. However, regulations and requirements are subject to change.
Following is the list of documents required for Norway Tourist visa for Indians.
Passport
A passport is a document that is required at the time of International travels. It is issued by the government of the country to verify the identity and nationality of the candidate.
- It must have minimun two blank pages for the visa stamp.
- It must be valid for 6 months ahead of the span of stay.
- It must be original and genuine.
- It must not be torn, ripped, split, or damaged in any kind of way.
One cannot cross international boundries without the passport. It is considered a criminal offense otherwise.
Old Passport
An old passport is a passport that has expired or is completely stamped. In the visa processing, it is required to track the travel history of the applicant.
If available, the old passport must also be provided meeting the given criteria
- If any of the traveler has old passport, it must be submitted along with latest passport.
- It must be original and in a good condition to access the required information.
Without the old passport, you cannot get the visa stamp. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Photo
The photo is provided to the authority so that you can be identified based on the same.
The photographs must be provided as per the given photo specifications
- It must be clicked on an all white background.
- It must be of proper size with dimensions of 35×45 mm (length – 45mm, breadth – 35mm).
- Two copies to be submitted with general photo guidelines.
- It must have a matte finish.
- It must cover face 80% of the frame.
- It must be a recent photograph.
- The expressions on the face must be neutral, there must not be any kind of smiling of frowning in the photograph.
- Any kind of glasses must not be worn in the photograph.
- The hair must be tied back so that the face is clearly visible.
- The ears must be visible clearly.
- It must not have any headgear worn apart from religious reasons.
- It is to be taken care that your teeth do not show in the photograph.
Recent pictures are mandatory as old pictures can cause the authorities to reject your application.
Air Ticket
An air ticket is a ticket or pass that is possessed by the traveler who is taking a flight for travelling from one location to another.
It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason
- The air ticket has to be booked for the complete round trip.
- It must be confirmed for the complete round trip.
An air ticket shows your course of travel and confirms your return to the native country.
Travel Insurance
A travel insurance is a document that shows the amount of money that has been kept in case of any major injury or accident.
The Travel Insurance issued has to meet the following criteria
- Cover as per the stay in the Schengen countries area .
- It must be circulated from the authorized insurance company only.
- It is better if the insurance is valid for at least 3 to 10 ahead of the date of arrival to India.
- It must cover the whole trip right from leaving India to returning to India.
- It must mention the applicant’s details as per the passport.
You are not allowed to travel abroad without a travel insurance. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Covering Letter From Applicant
Covering Letter consists of traveler’s information, itinerary, detailed travel Information, trip expense details, and your return guarantee to the home country.
The covering letter provided by the visa applicant should be acceptable based on the following guidelines
- It must mention other details as well as per the Consular’s request.
- It must mention the accommodation details of the applicant.
- It must mention the person who will be bearing all the expenses during the trip, if not travelling alone.
- It must specify the traveller’s relationship with the fellow travellers if not travelling alone.
- It must clearly specify the traveller’s purpose of visit.
- It must mention the travel dates as per the invitation letter or the booked flight tickets.
- It must mention all the details as per the passport.
Covering letter is the first document that is seen by the consular. If the covering letter is not appropriate, it may cause your visa to get rejected as well. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Bank Statement
Bank statement is a document that issued from the bank. This is obtained for the savings bank account to show ratify if you will be able to support your stay in the country.
The Bank statement is a mandatory document and it should meet the following criteria
- It must be evident of healthy balance amount in the account.
- It must be printed on an A4-size paper.
- It must be original and obtained from the savings bank account.
- It must be provided with authentic seal and signature from the bank.
- It must be original and should have the bank’s stamp and signature on every page.
If the Bank Statement doesn’t show enough funds or shows irrelevant expenditure, it could lead to visa rejection on financial means. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Income Tax Returns
An income tax return is a document that is a record of the tax that is paid to the government by the concerned tax paying citizen.
The proof of income tax returns must match the provided parameters
- The Income tax returns should be specified with an ITR-V for last 3 years.
- It must be provided with a legitimate documentary proof of the payment of income tax.
One cannot leave the country if they do not provide appropriate proof of tax payment. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Power of Attorney
It is a letter from the traveller providing full authority to another individual for engaging in private, busines, or legal affairs on their behalf.
It should be submitted as per the following
- It is to be obtained when the applicant is giving the rights to someone else for carrying out the application process.
Mandatory in cases where the traveller cannot physically be present for certain formalities.
Hotel Voucher
A hotel voucher is a ticket provided by the hotel of residence to the customers who are taking accommodation in the hotel.
It should be submitted as per the following
- It must be provided to ratify the purpose of visit and as proof of accommodation as well.
If you are staying in a hotel during your time in another country, a hotel voucher must be provided as proof of accommodation.
Itinerary
Itinerary is a travel document that contains the details of travel schedule of the one who is going on the trip.
It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason
- It must mention the day to day schedule and plans and program while in the country.
The itinerary must have proper and detailed information of the traveller’s routine. Even if a single detail is missed out, it could affect the visa interview. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Noc Letter From Parents/Husband
A NOC or No Objection Certificate from a parent/husband to the single woman is provided when she is travelling to another country by her own.
The NOC obtained from must meet the given standards
- It must specify the traveller’s purpose of travel.
- It must mention the required occupational details.
- It must mention the dates of arrival and departure along with the duration of stay.
- It must be addressed to the respective diplomatic mission.
If the NOC letter from the husband or the parents to the traveller woman is not submitted, the woman is not allowed to travel alone.
Salary Slips
Salary slips are the documents issued by the company to the employer that contain the information about the employees finances which include leave details, travel and house rent allowances, etc.
The Salary slip is a crucial document. It must be provided by following the criteria given below
- It must mention the company’s name and the applicant’s designation as well.
If your salalry slips do not render to your financial stability to support your self-financed trip, your visa accpetance could be in jeopardy. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Business License
This is a license issued by the government permitting the specific organization to perform business activities in the particular region.
It should match with the given requirements
Important in cases where you are required to provide a proof of emplyment when you are self-employed.
Student ID Card
A student ID card is an identification proof given to the student of the particular institution which proves them to be the pupil of that institute.
It must follow the required criteria
- It must be issued from a known organisation.
A student will not be granted the visa or entry to another country if the student ID is not presented. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Retirement Letter
A retirement letter is a document that is owned by the retired individuals stating the year of their retirement and other related details.
It should be submitted as per the following
- It must be provided as proof of retirement.
If you are a retiree and your financial means are dependent on the same fact, a retirement letter is mandatory. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Sponsorship Letter
A sponsorship letter is something that is provided by the sponsorer to the receiver as a proof that the financial requirements of the visitor are being taken care of.
The Sponsorship letter is a compulsory document which must meet the given requirements
- It must mention the dates of arrival and departure.
- It must specify the profession of the sponsorer.
- It must specify the applicant’s relationship with the sponsorer.
- It must mention the details of the applicant as well as the sponsorer as per the passport and the ID copy provided.
- It must be addressed to the respective diplomatic mission.
Without the sponsorship letter and an improper proof of your financial means, there are chances that your visa may get rejected. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Leave Sanction Letter
A Leave Sanction Letter is provided by the employer so that the visa applicant can apply for the visa issuance ensuring that he has no intentions to stay back in the country and shall return to the job on notice.
The Leave Sanction letter provided should meet the following requirements
- It must be signed by the authority with their designation and the name and stamp of th company.
- It must mention the applicant’s name as per the passport along with the designation and their duration of stay.
- It must be on the company’s letterhead addressed to “to whomever it may concern.”.
Without the leave sanction letter, the employee is not allowed to leave the country. For proper letter format, Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Eligibility for getting Norway Tourist Visa:
In order to be eligible to travel to the country on a visa, you will have to meet the following eligibility criteria.
Be a genuine traveller-You must have a valid and good intention behind travelling to the country.
Eligible to bear all expenses –You must possess sufficient funds to support yourself and any dependents throughout the stay.
Reasons to return – You must have strong ties in your home country that will ensure that you will return after your stay.
Be of good character – You must have a clean criminal track record and be of good character. You may have to provide PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) for the same.
Be in good health –You must at least meet the minimum health requirements required by the authorities.
Genuine Purpose
- You must be a genuine travelling enthusiast wanting to explore the country.
- You must already have the necessary travel arrangements made to prove your intention to visit.
Visa Fees for Norway Tourist Visa:
*Important Note:
Embassy/Consulate reserves the right to ask for additional documents or personal appearance for an interview in special cases. Submission of the above-mentioned documents does not guarantee that a visa is granted, so It's recommonded to get the professional visa consultation. Submission of incomplete documentation or refusal to appear for a special visa interview may result in the rejection of your visa application . Although the information on this website has been prepared with utmost care. However, regulations and requirements are subject to change.
Following is the list of documents required for Norway Business visa for Indians.
Passport
A passport is a document that is required at the time of International travels. It is issued by the government of the country to verify the identity and nationality of the candidate.
- It must have minimun two blank pages for the visa stamp.
- It must be valid for 6 months ahead of the span of stay.
- It must be original and genuine.
- It must not be torn, ripped, split, or damaged in any kind of way.
One cannot cross international boundries without the passport. It is considered a criminal offense otherwise.
Old Passport
An old passport is a passport that has expired or is completely stamped. In the visa processing, it is required to track the travel history of the applicant.
If available, the old passport must also be provided meeting the given criteria
- If any of the traveler has old passport, it must be submitted along with latest passport.
- It must be original and in a good condition to access the required information.
Without the old passport, you cannot get the visa stamp. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Photo
The photo is provided to the authority so that you can be identified based on the same.
The photographs must be provided as per the given photo specifications
- It must be clicked on an all white background.
- It must be of proper size with dimensions of 35×45 mm (length – 45mm, breadth – 35mm).
- Two copies to be submitted with general photo guidelines.
- It must have a matte finish.
- It must cover face 80% of the frame.
- It must be a recent photograph.
- The expressions on the face must be neutral, there must not be any kind of smiling of frowning in the photograph.
- Any kind of glasses must not be worn in the photograph.
- The hair must be tied back so that the face is clearly visible.
- The ears must be visible clearly.
- It must not have any headgear worn apart from religious reasons.
- It is to be taken care that your teeth do not show in the photograph.
Recent pictures are mandatory as old pictures can cause the authorities to reject your application.
Air Ticket
An air ticket is a ticket or pass that is possessed by the traveler who is taking a flight for travelling from one location to another.
It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason
- The air ticket has to be booked for the complete round trip.
- It must be confirmed for the complete round trip.
An air ticket shows your course of travel and confirms your return to the native country.
Travel Insurance
A travel insurance is a document that shows the amount of money that has been kept in case of any major injury or accident.
The Travel Insurance issued has to meet the following criteria
- Cover as per the stay in the Schengen countries area .
- It must be circulated from the authorized insurance company only.
- It is better if the insurance is valid for at least 3 to 10 ahead of the date of arrival to India.
- It must cover the whole trip right from leaving India to returning to India.
- It must mention the applicant’s details as per the passport.
You are not allowed to travel abroad without a travel insurance. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Covering Letter from Company
A covering letter from the company is provided in the name of the employee if they are travelling to another country on behalf of the company for business.
The covering letter provided by the company should be acceptable based on the following conditions
- It must contain the details of the traveller and the company and should be issued on the company’s letterhead.
- It must also mention the details of the traveller’s stay in the country.
- It must contain the traveller’s as well as the company’s information and should be issued on the company’s letterhead along with official seal and signature.
Covering letter is the first document that is seen by the consular. If the covering letter is not appropriate, it may cause your visa to get rejected as well. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Bank Statement
Bank statement is a document that issued from the bank. This is obtained for the savings bank account to show ratify if you will be able to support your stay in the country.
The Bank statement is a mandatory document and it should meet the following criteria
- It must be evident of healthy balance amount in the account.
- It must be printed on an A4-size paper.
- It must be original and obtained from the savings bank account.
- It must be provided with authentic seal and signature from the bank.
- It must be original and should have the bank’s stamp and signature on every page.
If the Bank Statement doesn’t show enough funds or shows irrelevant expenditure, it could lead to visa rejection on financial means. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Income Tax Returns
An income tax return is a document that is a record of the tax that is paid to the government by the concerned tax paying citizen.
The proof of income tax returns must match the provided parameters
- The Income tax returns should be specified with an ITR-V for last 3 years.
- It must be provided with a legitimate documentary proof of the payment of income tax.
One cannot leave the country if they do not provide appropriate proof of tax payment. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Invitation Letter from Company
An invitation letter from company is provided at the time when a particular employee is being invited to the company or even at the times when the company is setting up a business conference or meeting inviting companies from different countries for the benefit.
The letter of invitation from the company submitted should match the following criteria
- It must contain the signature of the authority along with the designation, name of the company and the stamp.
- It must mention the contact details, the purpose of travel, sponsorship details and other important documents.
- It must be addressed to the respective diplomatic mission.
An invitation letter from a company to which are visiting is essential to provide proof of your purpose of visit.
Power of Attorney
It is a letter from the traveller providing full authority to another individual for engaging in private, busines, or legal affairs on their behalf.
It should be submitted as per the following
- It is to be obtained when the applicant is giving the rights to someone else for carrying out the application process.
Mandatory in cases where the traveller cannot physically be present for certain formalities.
Exhibition Pass
An exhibition pass is a document or a ticket that allows you to attend the exhibition that has been organized by a particular company.
It must follow the required criteria
- It must be provided to ratify the purpose of visit.
Without a proper proof of your purpose for acquiring the visa, like an exhibition pass, the visa application may not be accepted. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Conference Ticket
A conference ticket is a passage provided by the one conducting the conference and is inviting candidates from a different location.
It should be submitted as per the following
- It must be submitted to ratify the traveller’s purpose of the visit.
Without a proper proof of your purpose for acquiring the visa, like a conference ticket, the visa application may not be accepted. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Salary Slips
Salary slips are the documents issued by the company to the employer that contain the information about the employees finances which include leave details, travel and house rent allowances, etc.
The Salary slip is a crucial document. It must be provided by following the criteria given below
- It must mention the company’s name and the applicant’s designation as well.
If your salalry slips do not render to your financial stability to support your self-financed trip, your visa accpetance could be in jeopardy. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Business License
This is a license issued by the government permitting the specific organization to perform business activities in the particular region.
It should match with the given requirements
Important in cases where you are required to provide a proof of emplyment when you are self-employed.
Sponsorship Letter
A sponsorship letter is something that is provided by the sponsorer to the receiver as a proof that the financial requirements of the visitor are being taken care of.
The Sponsorship letter is a compulsory document which must meet the given requirements
- It must mention the dates of arrival and departure.
- It must specify the profession of the sponsorer.
- It must specify the applicant’s relationship with the sponsorer.
- It must mention the details of the applicant as well as the sponsorer as per the passport and the ID copy provided.
- It must be addressed to the respective diplomatic mission.
Without the sponsorship letter and an improper proof of your financial means, there are chances that your visa may get rejected. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Hotel Voucher
A hotel voucher is a ticket provided by the hotel of residence to the customers who are taking accommodation in the hotel.
It should be submitted as per the following
- It must be provided to ratify the purpose of visit and as proof of accommodation as well.
If you are staying in a hotel during your time in another country, a hotel voucher must be provided as proof of accommodation.
Eligibility for getting Norway Business Visa:
In order to be eligible to travel to the country on a visa, you will have to meet the following eligibility criteria.
Be a genuine traveller-You must have a valid and good intention behind travelling to the country.
Eligible to bear all expenses –You must possess sufficient funds to support yourself and any dependents throughout the stay.
Reasons to return – You must have strong ties in your home country that will ensure that you will return after your stay.
Be of good character – You must have a clean criminal track record and be of good character. You may have to provide PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) for the same.
Be in good health –You must at least meet the minimum health requirements required by the authorities.
Genuine Purpose
- You must possess a valid invitation from a genuine company located in the country with whom you are/will be doing business.
Visa Fees for Norway Business Visa:
*Important Note:
Embassy/Consulate reserves the right to ask for additional documents or personal appearance for an interview in special cases. Submission of the above-mentioned documents does not guarantee that a visa is granted, so It's recommonded to get the professional visa consultation. Submission of incomplete documentation or refusal to appear for a special visa interview may result in the rejection of your visa application . Although the information on this website has been prepared with utmost care. However, regulations and requirements are subject to change.
Following is the list of documents required for Norway Visit visa for Indians.
Passport
A passport is a document that is required at the time of International travels. It is issued by the government of the country to verify the identity and nationality of the candidate.
- It must have minimun two blank pages for the visa stamp.
- It must be valid for 6 months ahead of the span of stay.
- It must be original and genuine.
- It must not be torn, ripped, split, or damaged in any kind of way.
One cannot cross international boundries without the passport. It is considered a criminal offense otherwise.
Old Passport
An old passport is a passport that has expired or is completely stamped. In the visa processing, it is required to track the travel history of the applicant.
If available, the old passport must also be provided meeting the given criteria
- If any of the traveler has old passport, it must be submitted along with latest passport.
- It must be original and in a good condition to access the required information.
Without the old passport, you cannot get the visa stamp. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Photo
The photo is provided to the authority so that you can be identified based on the same.
The photographs must be provided as per the given photo specifications
- It must be clicked on an all white background.
- It must be of proper size with dimensions of 35×45 mm (length – 45mm, breadth – 35mm).
- Two copies to be submitted with general photo guidelines.
- It must have a matte finish.
- It must cover face 80% of the frame.
- It must be a recent photograph.
- The expressions on the face must be neutral, there must not be any kind of smiling of frowning in the photograph.
- Any kind of glasses must not be worn in the photograph.
- The hair must be tied back so that the face is clearly visible.
- The ears must be visible clearly.
- It must not have any headgear worn apart from religious reasons.
- It is to be taken care that your teeth do not show in the photograph.
Recent pictures are mandatory as old pictures can cause the authorities to reject your application.
Air Ticket
An air ticket is a ticket or pass that is possessed by the traveler who is taking a flight for travelling from one location to another.
It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason
- The air ticket has to be booked for the complete round trip.
- It must be confirmed for the complete round trip.
An air ticket shows your course of travel and confirms your return to the native country.
Travel Insurance
A travel insurance is a document that shows the amount of money that has been kept in case of any major injury or accident.
The Travel Insurance issued has to meet the following criteria
- Cover as per the stay in the Schengen countries area .
- It must be circulated from the authorized insurance company only.
- It is better if the insurance is valid for at least 3 to 10 ahead of the date of arrival to India.
- It must cover the whole trip right from leaving India to returning to India.
- It must mention the applicant’s details as per the passport.
You are not allowed to travel abroad without a travel insurance. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Covering Letter From Applicant
Covering Letter consists of traveler’s information, itinerary, detailed travel Information, trip expense details, and your return guarantee to the home country.
The covering letter provided by the visa applicant should be acceptable based on the following guidelines
- It must mention other details as well as per the Consular’s request.
- It must mention the accommodation details of the applicant.
- It must mention the person who will be bearing all the expenses during the trip, if not travelling alone.
- It must specify the traveller’s relationship with the fellow travellers if not travelling alone.
- It must clearly specify the traveller’s purpose of visit.
- It must mention the travel dates as per the invitation letter or the booked flight tickets.
- It must mention all the details as per the passport.
Covering letter is the first document that is seen by the consular. If the covering letter is not appropriate, it may cause your visa to get rejected as well. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Bank Statement
Bank statement is a document that issued from the bank. This is obtained for the savings bank account to show ratify if you will be able to support your stay in the country.
The Bank statement is a mandatory document and it should meet the following criteria
- It must be evident of healthy balance amount in the account.
- It must be printed on an A4-size paper.
- It must be original and obtained from the savings bank account.
- It must be provided with authentic seal and signature from the bank.
- It must be original and should have the bank’s stamp and signature on every page.
If the Bank Statement doesn’t show enough funds or shows irrelevant expenditure, it could lead to visa rejection on financial means. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Income Tax Returns
An income tax return is a document that is a record of the tax that is paid to the government by the concerned tax paying citizen.
The proof of income tax returns must match the provided parameters
- The Income tax returns should be specified with an ITR-V for last 3 years.
- It must be provided with a legitimate documentary proof of the payment of income tax.
One cannot leave the country if they do not provide appropriate proof of tax payment. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Power of Attorney
It is a letter from the traveller providing full authority to another individual for engaging in private, busines, or legal affairs on their behalf.
It should be submitted as per the following
- It is to be obtained when the applicant is giving the rights to someone else for carrying out the application process.
Mandatory in cases where the traveller cannot physically be present for certain formalities.
Invitation Letter from Family/Friend
An invitation letter from the family/friend is a document that allows you travel to another country on an invitation from your acquaintances.
The letter of invitation submitted should match the following criteria
- It must be addressed to the respective diplomatic mission.
- It must also mention the applicant details as per the passport, the purpose of travel, duration of stay, travel dates, and the relation with the invitee.
- It must mention the invitee’s details such as the contact details, profession details, visa status and citizenship proof.
- It must specify who is going to bear the expenses of the trip.
An invitation letter from a family/friend whom you are visiting is essential to ratify the genuiness of your purpose of visit or even provide proof of accomodation.
Visa/Resident Permit Copy Of Invitee
A resident permit is a document provided by the embassy of the respective government to the foreigners who are willing to stay in the country as residents.
It should be submitted as per the following
- It must be submitted at the time when the invitee is staying abroad on a resident permit.
In case the visa permit copy of the invitee is not submitted, the applicant may not be allowed to visit the country providing the purpose of visiting acquaintances.
Passport Copy for Invitee
Passport is a mandatory document that is required at the time of international travels. The submitted passport must meet the parameters given below
- It must be provided as invitee’s proof of identification and for the required personal information.
- It must be a copy of the first and the last page.
Failing to provide invitee’s passport copy when requested may get the visa delayed or rejected on the basis of the absence of proof of purpose of travel/accommodation.
Noc Letter From Parents/Husband
A NOC or No Objection Certificate from a parent/husband to the single woman is provided when she is travelling to another country by her own.
The NOC obtained from must meet the given standards
- It must specify the traveller’s purpose of travel.
- It must mention the required occupational details.
- It must mention the dates of arrival and departure along with the duration of stay.
- It must be addressed to the respective diplomatic mission.
If the NOC letter from the husband or the parents to the traveller woman is not submitted, the woman is not allowed to travel alone.
Salary Slips
Salary slips are the documents issued by the company to the employer that contain the information about the employees finances which include leave details, travel and house rent allowances, etc.
The Salary slip is a crucial document. It must be provided by following the criteria given below
- It must mention the company’s name and the applicant’s designation as well.
If your salalry slips do not render to your financial stability to support your self-financed trip, your visa accpetance could be in jeopardy. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Business License
This is a license issued by the government permitting the specific organization to perform business activities in the particular region.
It should match with the given requirements
Important in cases where you are required to provide a proof of emplyment when you are self-employed.
Student ID Card
A student ID card is an identification proof given to the student of the particular institution which proves them to be the pupil of that institute.
It must follow the required criteria
- It must be issued from a known organisation.
A student will not be granted the visa or entry to another country if the student ID is not presented. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Retirement Letter
A retirement letter is a document that is owned by the retired individuals stating the year of their retirement and other related details.
It should be submitted as per the following
- It must be provided as proof of retirement.
If you are a retiree and your financial means are dependent on the same fact, a retirement letter is mandatory. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Sponsorship Letter
A sponsorship letter is something that is provided by the sponsorer to the receiver as a proof that the financial requirements of the visitor are being taken care of.
The Sponsorship letter is a compulsory document which must meet the given requirements
- It must mention the dates of arrival and departure.
- It must specify the profession of the sponsorer.
- It must specify the applicant’s relationship with the sponsorer.
- It must mention the details of the applicant as well as the sponsorer as per the passport and the ID copy provided.
- It must be addressed to the respective diplomatic mission.
Without the sponsorship letter and an improper proof of your financial means, there are chances that your visa may get rejected. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Relationship Proof
Any proof that proves your relationship with your family member living in the foreign country.
It should be submitted as per the following
Required when visiting family members. It identifies the authenticity of your relationship with the invitee.
Address Proof Of Invitee
It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason
- It can be provided as different kinds of documents like a utility bill, gas bill, leave or lease agreement, electricity bill, water bill, etc.
Address proof of the invitee is important to rectify the proof of accommodation provided.
Leave Sanction Letter
A Leave Sanction Letter is provided by the employer so that the visa applicant can apply for the visa issuance ensuring that he has no intentions to stay back in the country and shall return to the job on notice.
The Leave Sanction letter provided should meet the following requirements
- It must be signed by the authority with their designation and the name and stamp of th company.
- It must mention the applicant’s name as per the passport along with the designation and their duration of stay.
- It must be on the company’s letterhead addressed to “to whomever it may concern.”.
Without the leave sanction letter, the employee is not allowed to leave the country. For proper letter format, Professional visa consultation is recommended.
Eligibility for getting Norway Visit Visa:
In order to be eligible to travel to the country on a visa, you will have to meet the following eligibility criteria.
Be a genuine traveller-You must have a valid and good intention behind travelling to the country.
Eligible to bear all expenses –You must possess sufficient funds to support yourself and any dependents throughout the stay.
Reasons to return – You must have strong ties in your home country that will ensure that you will return after your stay.
Be of good character – You must have a clean criminal track record and be of good character. You may have to provide PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) for the same.
Be in good health –You must at least meet the minimum health requirements required by the authorities.
Visa Fees for Norway Visit Visa:
*Important Note:
Embassy/Consulate reserves the right to ask for additional documents or personal appearance for an interview in special cases. Submission of the above-mentioned documents does not guarantee that a visa is granted, so It's recommonded to get the professional visa consultation. Submission of incomplete documentation or refusal to appear for a special visa interview may result in the rejection of your visa application . Although the information on this website has been prepared with utmost care. However, regulations and requirements are subject to change.