Visa Information

Overview

A Business Visa is granted to those visiting the Schengen Area for business purposes.

This visa is valid to visit all the Schengen States

Only nationals who are legal residents in Iran can apply for a visa at the Application Centres.

Visa applicants are requested to appear in person at the time of submission.

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

Visa fees are non-refundable and have to be paid online at the time of completing the online application.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Embassy responsible for the issuance of the visa will be:

• The Embassy of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the most.
• If the traveler is to stay the same period of days in different Schengen countries, the Embassy of the country of first entry.

Visa Fees

Kindly click here for Visa Application Fees

Please Note:

• The applicable visa fee in Euro is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice due to sudden foreign exchange fluctuations.
• Applicant shall be charged a service charge of Euro 15 per application in addition to the visa fees.
• All fees are non-refundable.
• Applicants are requested to carry exact change in Euros to pay the fees for services used at the Visa Application Centre.

Courier re-submission:

“The applicant may request to have the passport returned from the embassy while the application is being processed. If the applicant later resubmits the passport for issuance of visa, There is no additional fee for this service.

Documents Required

• Applications form
  • Fully completed application form (via Norway Portal). The online filled application should be printed out, signed and dated by the applicant. Kindly note that it is not possible to modify the online application electronically after it is completed
  • Checklist filled out
• Cover Letter

  Cover Letter must be printed from the Application Portal and signed by the applicant , it has the receipt number which serves as the applicants proof of payment

• Passport in original
  • Validity minimum 90 days from the date of expiry of the requested visa
  • Signed by bearer
  • Passport not older than 10 years
  • At least two free opposite visa pages
  • Previous passport if applicable
  • One recent biometric passport sized photographs (3.4x4.5 cm)
• Requirements:
  
  • Should not be older than 6 months
  • A frontal view of the face covering 70-80% of the photo
  • A uniform and light-colored background(White background)
  • Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame
  • Head coverings are only accepted for religious reasons
  Do not staple or glue the pictures to the application form
• Photocopies
  • 1 passport copy of pages containing personal data and the used pages
  • Copies of previous Schengen visa (if available Schengen visa stating VIS)
  • Copies of previous Passports (For the past 3 years) bio page and used pages with visa and stamps
• Overseas medical insurance
  • Valid for the entire duration of the requested visa and for all Schengen countries
  • Minimum Coverage 30.000 € and repatriation (Medical Insurance of Credit cards are NOT accepted )
  • Conditions must be stated either on insurance document or on separate confirmation letter
• Travel Medical Insurance
  • Please click here to see the approved travel and medical insurance companies
• Flight and hotel reservation
  • Valid (existing) hotel booking/reservation with full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

  • Flight reservation (Round trip) or travel itinerary. Do not pay for /buy the ticket until a visa has been granted.

    • Note - Do not purchase a confirmed Hotel Voucher and a flight ticket until you have received your passport back from the Norwegian Embassy.
    • Note - If the Application is approved , the visa will be issued according to your round-trip airline ticket reservation

• Letter from local employer/sponsor including name, postal address and telephone number of sponsor/company, with details regarding applicant’s working position, starting date of employment and salary and timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) purpose and duration of the trip (travel)

  • Translation of latest Gazette – Original to be presented
  • Translation of the last three months salary slips
• Proof of financial means of the applicant in Iran, e.g. personal bank statements(Original copy translated) of at least the last 3 months before application, personal property, assets, others(also translated)…

• Letter of Personalized invitation from the hosting company in Norway, Company’s official letterhead& signed by the authorized representative of the company including name, postal address, telephone number and Norwegian organization number for the company. The letter should include information on the purpose and length of the visit . The invitation should have information of who will guarantee the travel expense.

  And/or confirmed congress/trade fair registration with details of the organizer/host

• Proof of visa fee online payment. The payment receipt should be printed and enclosed to the application
• Translated Birth Certificate and copy of Original
• Photocopies of documentation of own means/Properties (if applicable) Example : Photocopies of land titles or Car certificate of registration with official receipt

II. INFORMATION FOR THE APPLICANT ON TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE VISA PROCESS

• The processing time at the Norwegian embassy due to necessary legal requirements (VIS) usually takes up to 15 calendar days, unless the case requires further scrutiny. Applicants are requested to refrain from status inquiries with the embassy during these 15 days.
• Applicant Should come in person for submission of application and biometric data registration
• Applicant must ensure that all mandatory requirements are met
• Applicants must submit a certified translation into English or Norwegian of all required documents
• Remove staple wired and paper clips from your document
• Photocopy must be clear ,readable and no older than 6 months
• All documents have to be translated by official translator
• Bring all your original documents for checking
• Only complete applications can be accepted; Non-submission of necessary documentation may lead to refusal of visa application.
• The visa fee has to be paid on net after filling in the application via Norway Portal.
• The Service fee has to be paid to VFS Global in cash upon submitting your application.
• During the processing time the passport has to remain with the Norwegian Embassy.
• False or falsified documents will lead to refusal of visa and /or further consequences.
• The Norwegian Embassy reserves the right to ask for additional documents and/or call applicant for an interview.

For information & checklist on short term visits to Norway / Schengen please see

Applying with children? Please note that the Embassy will not be able to process the visa application if the child's photo in the passport is outdated or does not correspond with the recent photo enclosed.

Please click here to download Business Checklist

Photo Specifications

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling (without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background).

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph provided does not meet these requirements, your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth is available at the Application Centre to help you click photographs meeting these requirements.

For more information on what the photo should look like, please click here.

Processing Time

The minimum processing time for the application at the Embassy of Norway is approximately between 15-30 days, unless the case requires further scrutiny.

Please be advised that due to the above mentioned minimum processing time, we are not able to guarantee the return of passports by specific dates for travel.

Please be sure to submit your visa application well in advance, to avoid any inconveniences.

Download Forms

The application form for Norway’s visa needs to be filled online. To launch an online application form, please visit the Application Portal Norway

Overview

Tourist Visa is granted to those visiting the Schengen Area for tourism purposes.

This visa is valid to visit all the Schengen States

Only nationals who are legal residents in Iran can apply for a visa at the Application Centres.

Visa applicants are requested to appear in person at the time of submission.

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

Visa fees are non-refundable and have to be paid online at the time of completing the online application.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Embassy responsible for the issuance of the visa will be:

• The Embassy of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the most.
• If the traveler is to stay the same period of days in different Schengen countries, the Embassy of the country of first entry.

Visa Fees

Kindly click here for Visa Application Fees

Please Note:

• The applicable visa fee in Euro is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice due to sudden foreign exchange fluctuations.
• Applicant shall be charged a service charge of Euro 15 per application in addition to the visa fees.
• All fees are non-refundable.
• Applicants are requested to carry exact change in Euros to pay the fees for services used at the Visa Application Centre.

Courier re-submission:

“The applicant may request to have the passport returned from the embassy while the application is being processed. If the applicant later resubmits the passport for issuance of visa, There is no additional fee for this service.

Documents Required

• Applications form
  • Fully completed application form (via Norway Portal). The online filled application should be printed out, signed and dated by the applicant. Kindly note that it is not possible to modify the online application electronically after it is completed
  • If the applicant is under the age of 18, signed form ‘Letter of consent’ need to be attached including copies of parents/legal guardian passports
  • Checklist should be filled out
• Cover Letter

  Cover Letter must be printed from the Application Portal and signed by the applicant , it has the receipt number which serves as the applicants proof of payment

• Passport in original
  • Validity minimum 90 days from the date of expiry of the requested visa
  • Signed by bearer
  • Passport not older than 10 years
  • At least two free opposite visa pages
  • Previous passport if applicable
• One recent biometric passport sized photographs (3.4x4.5 cm)
  
  Requirements:
  • Should not be older than 6 months
  • A frontal view of the face covering 70-80% of the photo
  • A uniform and light-colored background (White back ground)
  • Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame
  • Head coverings are only accepted for religious reasons
  Do not staple or glue the pictures to the application form
• Photocopies
  • 1 passport copy of pages containing personal data
  • Copies of previous Schengen visa and used pages (if available Schengen visa stating VIS)
  • Copies of previous Passports (For the past 3 years) bio page and used pages with visa and stamps
• Overseas medical insurance
  • Valid for the entire duration of the requested visa and for all Schengen countries
  • Minimum Coverage 30.000 € and repatriation (Medical Insurance of Credit cards are NOT accepted )
  • Conditions must be stated either on insurance document or on separate confirmation letter
• Travel Medical Insurance
  • Please click here to see the approved travel and medical insurance companies
• Flight and hotel reservation
  • Valid (existing) hotel booking/reservation with full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

  • Flight reservation or travel itinerary (Round trip) - Do not pay for /buy the ticket until a visa has been granted.

    • Note - Do not purchase a confirmed Hotel Voucher and a flight ticket until you have received your passport back from the Norwegian Embassy.
    • Note - If the Application is approved, the visa will be issued according to your round-trip airline ticket reservation

• Letter from local employer/sponsor Submit translation of, postal address and telephone number of sponsor/company, with details regarding applicant’s working position, starting date of employment and salary and timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties)Purpose and duration of the trip

  • Translation of latest Gazette / Proof membership of SSO – Original to be presented

  • Translation of the last three months salary slips

    If Self Employed

    • Corporation – Photocopies of SEC registration with attached present articles of incorporation and annual income
    • Single Proprietorship – Business name registration certificate Gazette, proof of membership of SSO and latest income tax statement

    If Currently a student

    • Submit translation of enrolment from the school & school ID. If you will be going on holiday during summer or semestral break, submit a certificate of reservation or certification of enrolment to prove that you are enrolled for the next school year/semester. If travelling during school year , a certificate of leave of absence from school should also be submitted
• Proof of financial means of the applicant in Iran, e.g. personal bank statements of at least the last 3 months before application(Original copy translated), personal property, assets, others(also translated)…
• Proof of visa fee online payment. The payment receipt should be printed and enclosed to the application
• Translated Birth Certificate and copy of Original
• Photocopy of your marriage certificate (if applicable )
• Photocopy of birth certificates of your children (if applicable)
• Photocopy of documentation of own means/properties (if applicable) photocopy of land titles or car certificate of registration with official receipt

• Additional Mandatory Requirements for Minors (Under the age of 18)

  • Application form should be signed by both parents
  • Original NSO certified birth certificate of the applicant & photocopy
  • If travelling alone : Translation of consent letter from both parents, signed and sealed at Notary public office
  • If Travelling with only one of the parent : Translation of consent letter from the parent who is not traveling ,signed and sealed at notary public office
  • If only one parent has the sole custody of the child : translate of court decision awarding custody to that one parent
  • If the other parent is dead : Translation of death Certificate must be submitted

INFORMATION FOR THE APPLICANT ON TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE VISA PROCESS

• The processing time at the Norwegian embassy due to necessary legal requirements (VIS) usually takes up to 15 calendar days unless the case requires further scrutiny. Applicants are requested to refrain from status inquiries with the embassy during these 15 days.
• Applicant Should come in person for submission of application and biometric data registration
• Applicant must ensure that all mandatory requirements are met
• Applicants must submit a certified translation into English or Norwegian of all required documents
• Supporting documents should be submitted to strengthen the purpose of Application
• It’s the applicant responsibility to ensure that all documents are submitted
• Remove staple wired and paper clips from your document
• Photocopy must be clear ,readable and no older than 6 months
• All documents have to be translated by official translator
• Bring all your original documents for checking
• Only complete applications can be accepted; Non-submission of necessary documentation may lead to refusal of visa application.
• The visa fee has to be paid on net after filling in the application via Norway Portal.
• The Service fee has to be paid to VFS Global in cash upon submitting your application.
• During the processing time the passport has to remain with the Norwegian Embassy.
• False or falsified documents will lead to refusal of visa and /or further consequences.
• The Norwegian Embassy reserves the right to ask for additional documents and/or call applicant for an interview.

Applying with children? Please note that the Embassy will not be able to process the visa application if the child's photo in the passport is outdated or does not correspond with the recent photo enclosed.

Please click here to download Tourism/Other Checklist

Photo Specifications

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling (without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background).

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph provided does not meet these requirements, your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth is available at the Application Centre to help you click photographs meeting these requirements.

For more information on what the photo should look like, please click here.

Processing Time

The minimum processing time for the application at the Embassy of Norway is approximately between 15-30 days, unless the case requires further scrutiny

Please be advised that due to the above mentioned minimum processing time, we are not able to guarantee the return of passports by specific dates for travel.

Please be sure to submit your visa application well in advance, to avoid any inconveniences.

Download Forms

The application form for Norway’s visa needs to be filled online. To launch an online application form, please visit the Application Portal Norway

Overview

This visa is granted to those whose purpose of the travel is to visit family or friends in Norway. The person you are going to visit will have to provide an invitation and in most cases a financial guarantee.

A Schengen visa only allows foreign nationals to visit Norway and the other Schengen countries for up to 90 days.

This visa is valid to visit all the Schengen States

Only nationals who are legal residents in Iran can apply for a visa at the Application Centres.

Visa applicants are requested to appear in person at the time of submission.

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

Visa fees are non-refundable and have to be paid online at the time of completing the online application.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Embassy responsible for the issuance of the visa will be:

• The Embassy of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the longest.
• If the traveler is to stay the same time in different Schengen countries, the Embassy of the country of first entry.

Visa Fees

Kindly click here for Visa Application Fees

Please Note:

• The applicable visa fee in Euro is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice due to sudden foreign exchange fluctuations.
• Applicant shall be charged a service charge of Euro 15 per application in addition to the visa fees.
• All fees are non-refundable.
• Applicants are requested to carry exact change in Euros to pay the fees for services used at the Visa Application Centre.

Courier re-submission:

The applicant may request to have the passport returned from the embassy while the application is being processed. If the applicant later resubmits the passport for issuance of visa, There is no additional fee for this service.

Documents Required

• Applications form
  • Fully completed application form (via Norway Portal). The online filled application should be printed out, signed and dated by the applicant. Kindly note that it is not possible to modify the online application electronically after it is completed
  • If the applicant is under the age of 18, signed form ‘Letter of consent’ need to be attached including copies of parents/legal guardian passports
  • Checklist should be filled out.
• Cover Letter

  Cover Letter must be printed from the Application Portal and signed by the applicant, it has the receipt number which serves as the applicant’s proof of payment

• Passport in original
  • Validity minimum 90 days from the date of expiry of the requested visa
  • Signed by bearer
  • Passport not older than 10 years
  • At least two free opposite visa pages
  • Previous passport if applicable
• One recent biometric passport sized photographs (3.4x4.5 cm)
  
  Requirements:
  • Should not be older than 6 months
  • A frontal view of the face covering 70-80% of the photo
  • A uniform and light-colored background(White background)
  • Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame
  • Head coverings are only accepted for religious reasons
  Do not staple or glue the pictures to the application form
• Photocopies
  • 1 passport copy of pages containing personal data
  • Copies of previous Schengen visa and used pages (if available Schengen visa stating VIS)
  • Copies of previous Passports (For the past 3 years) bio page and used pages with visa and stamps
• Overseas medical insurance
  • Valid for the entire duration of the requested visa and for all Schengen countries
  • Minimum Coverage 30.000 € and repatriation (Medical Insurance of Credit cards are NOT accepted )
  • Conditions must be stated either on insurance document or on separate confirmation letter
• Travel Medical Insurance
  • Please click here to see the approved travel and medical insurance companies
• Flight and hotel reservation
  • Valid (existing) hotel booking/reservation with full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

  • Flight reservation or travel itinerary (Round trip) - Do not pay for /buy the ticket until a visa has been granted.

    • Note - Do not purchase a confirmed Hotel Voucher and a flight ticket until you have received your passport back from the Norwegian Embassy.
    • Note - If the Application is approved, the visa will be issued according to your round-trip airline ticket reservation

• Letter from local employer/sponsor submit translation of postal address and telephone number of sponsor/company, with details regarding applicant’s working position, starting date of employment and salary and timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) purpose and duration of the trip (travel )

  • Translation of latest Gazette / Proof membership of SSO – Original to be presented

  • Translation of the last three months salary slips

    If Self Employed

    • Corporation – Photocopies of SEC registration with attached present articles of incorporation and annual income
    • Single Proprietorship – Business name registration certificate Gazette, proof of membership of SSO and latest income tax statement

    If Currently a student

    • Submit translation of enrolment from the school & school ID. If you will be going on holiday during summer or semestral break, submit a certificate of reservation or certification of enrolment to prove that you are enrolled for the next school year/semester. If travelling during school year , a certificate of leave of absence from school should also be submitted.
• Original Bank Certificate of the Applicant in English. If the reference person will NOT be able to provide the UDI Guarantee form for visits, as a general rule, a person should have at least NOK 500/day
• Proof of Visit Purpose
  • Original UDI Guarantee form for visit and photocopy stamped and signed by Norwegian Police.
  • Personalized original invitation letter of the host in Norway with full address giving details whether travel expenses of applicant (e.g. accommodation, meals travel costs) are covered and reflecting purpose of visit including travel itinerary ,If applicant covers own expenses, further documentation is required (e.g. bank statements etc.)
  • Photocopy of passport of the guarantor – If not a Nordic Citizen , submit a copy of residence permit
  • Photocopy of passport or residence permit of your family member – If he/she is not the guarantor
  • Translated birth certificate of the reference in Norway and copy of original – Proof of relation
• Proof of visa fee online payment. The payment receipt should be printed and enclosed to the application
• Translated Birth Certificate and copy of Original

• Additional Mandatory Requirements for Minors (Under the age of 18)

  • Application form should be signed by both parents
  • If travelling alone : Translation of consent letter from both parents, signed and sealed at Notary public office
  • If Travelling with only one of the parent : Translation of consent letter from the parent who is not traveling ,signed and sealed at notary public office
  • If only one parent has the sole custody of the child : translate of court decision awarding custody to that one parent
  • If the other parent is dead : Translation of death Certificate must be submitted.
• Please Click here for the List of documents for persons who are traveling with or visiting a family member who is an EU/EEA national.

INFORMATION FOR THE APPLICANT ON TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE VISA PROCESS

• The processing time at the Norwegian embassy due to necessary legal requirements (VIS) usually takes up to 15 calendar days unless the case requires further scrutiny. Applicants are requested to refrain from status inquiries with the embassy during these 15 days.
• Applicant Should come in person for submission of application and biometric data registration
• Applicant must ensure that all mandatory requirements are met
• Applicants must submit a certified translation into English or Norwegian of all required documents
• Supporting documents should be submitted to strengthen the purpose of Application
• It’s the applicant responsibility to ensure that all documents are submitted
• Remove staple wired and paper clips from your document
• Photocopy must be clear ,readable and no older than 6 months
• All documents have to be translated by official translator
• Bring all your original documents for checking
• Only complete applications can be accepted; Non-submission of necessary documentation may lead to refusal of visa application.
• The visa fee has to be paid on net after filling in the application via Norway Portal.
• The Service fee has to be paid to VFS Global in cash upon submitting your application.
• During the processing time the passport has to remain with the Norwegian Embassy.
• False or falsified documents will lead to refusal of visa and /or further consequences.
• The Norwegian Embassy reserves the right to ask for additional documents and/or call applicant for an interview.

Applying with children? Please note that the Embassy will not be able to process the visa application if the child's photo in the passport is outdated or does not correspond with the recent photo enclosed.

Please click here to download Visiting Family/Friends Checklist

Photo Specifications

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling (without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background).

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph provided does not meet these requirements, your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth is available at the Application Centre to help you click photographs meeting these requirements.

For more information on what the photo should look like, please click here.

Processing Time

The minimum processing time for the application at the Embassy of Norway is approximately between 15-30 days, unless the case requires further scrutiny

Please be advised that due to the above mentioned minimum processing time, we are not able to guarantee the return of passports by specific dates for travel.

Please be sure to submit your visa application well in advance, to avoid any inconveniences.

Download Forms

The application form for Norway’s visa needs to be filled online. To launch an online application form, please visit the Application Portal Norway

Overview

The purpose of this visa is to join family who live in Norway.

Please click on each of the tabs above for more information or visit the websites of the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI) and the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Ankara.

Kindly note that VFS will deliver your application to the Norwegian Embassy in Ankara, which is responsible for the further examination.

Visa Fees

When you apply for a visa or residence permit to Norway, you must pay the visa fee online when registering your application at the Application Portal Norway. The below fee information is therefore provided for information purposes only.

Please note that applicants will also be charged a service fee of Euro 15 per application which must be paid in cash when you attend the visa application centre. The service fee is liable to change in line with the European Commission exchange rate.

The following are exempted from the fee when submitting an application for Family Immigration residence permit:

• Children under 18 years of age
• Close family members of EU/EEA nationals, who apply for a residence card.

Visa fees can only be paid with a credit card through the Application Portal Norway.

Applicants are requested to carry exact change in Euros to pay the fees for services used at the Visa Application Centre.

These fees are effective from 1 January 2018.

Documents Required

For information about the documents required, please visit the website of the Norway Directorate of Immigration (UDI) and go to the website of The Norwegian Embassy in Ankara.

Please be advised that it is a requirement that all documents are submitted in original in the A4 format. Any government issued documents that you provide originals for (Marriage certificate, birth certificates etc) must be accompanied by a copy. Any documents not in A4 size need to be copied into A4. The copies will have to be of very good quality with no staples, paper clips or glue as they will be scanned by the Embassy.

We stress the importance of submitting all the relevant documents. Missing documents may lead to a rejection or longer processing time. If you for any reason are not able to submit any of the documents, please write a short statement explaining this.

Applicants who are seeking to live with their spouse in Norway must also complete one of the following questionnaires and attach it with their applications:

• Questions about the relationship between spouses from UAE in family immigration cases

Kindly note that VFS will send the application by courier mail to the Norwegian Embassy in Ankara, which is responsible for the further examination.

Applying with children? Please note that the Embassy will not be able to process the visa application if the child's photo in the passport is outdated or does not correspond with the recent photo enclosed.

Photo Specifications

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling (without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background).

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph provided does not meet these requirements, your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth is available at the Application Centre to help you click photographs meeting these requirements.

For more information on what the photo should look like, please click here.

Processing Time

For the latest information on processing times in Family Immigration applications, please go to the website of the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI).

Download Forms

The application form for Norway’s visa needs to be filled online. To launch an online application form, please visit the Application Portal Norway

Overview

If you wish to come to Norway to work, you need a residence permit. You must normally have found a job first. What residence permit you should apply for depends on your competence and the type of work you will be doing in Norway.

Please click on each of the tabs above for more information or visit the websites of the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI) and the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Ankara.

Kindly note that VFS will deliver your application to the Norwegian Embassy in Ankara, which is responsible for the further examination.

Visa Fees

When you apply for a visa or residence permit to Norway, you must pay the visa fee online when registering your application at the Application Portal Norway. The below fee information is therefore provided for information purposes only.

Please note that applicants will also be charged a service fee of Euro 15 per application which must be paid in cash when you attend the visa application centre. The service fee is liable to change in line with the European Commission exchange rate.

The following are exempted from the fee when submitting an application for Family Immigration residence permit:

• Children under 18 years of age
• Close family members of EU/EEA nationals, who apply for a residence card.

Visa fees can only be paid with a credit card through the Application Portal Norway.

Applicants are requested to carry exact change in Euros to pay the fees for services used at the Visa Application Centre.

These fees are effective from 1 January 2018.

Documents Required

For information about the documents required, please visit the website of the Norway Directorate of Immigration (UDI) and go to the website of The Norwegian Embassy in Ankara.

Please be advised that it is a requirement that all documents are submitted in original in the A4 format. Any government issued documents that you provide originals for (Marriage certificate, birth certificates etc) must be accompanied by a copy. Any documents not in A4 size need to be copied into A4. The copies will have to be of very good quality with no staples, paper clips or glue as they will be scanned by the Embassy.

We stress the importance of submitting all the relevant documents. Missing documents may lead to a rejection or longer processing time. If you for any reason are not able to submit any of the documents, please write a short statement explaining this.

Applicants who are seeking to live with their spouse in Norway must also complete one of the following questionnaires and attach it with their applications:

• Questions about the relationship between spouses from UAE in family immigration cases

Kindly note that VFS will send the application by courier mail to the Norwegian Embassy in Ankara, which is responsible for the further examination.

Applying with children? Please note that the Embassy will not be able to process the visa application if the child's photo in the passport is outdated or does not correspond with the recent photo enclosed.

Photo Specifications

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling (without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background).

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph provided does not meet these requirements, your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth is available at the Application Centre to help you click photographs meeting these requirements.

For more information on what the photo should look like, please click here.

Processing Time

For the latest information on processing times in Family Immigration applications, please go to the website of the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI).

Download Forms

The application form for Norway’s visa needs to be filled online. To launch an online application form, please visit the Application Portal Norway

Overview

If you wish to study in Norway, you must apply for a residence permit for studies. This is also called a study permit. You can apply for a residence permit to study at a university college or university, attend bible school or folk high school. You can also apply for a study permit if you are a skilled worker and are going to study Norwegian or take education to be recognized in Norway.

Please click on each of the tabs above for more information or visit the websites of the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI) and the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Ankara.

Kindly note that VFS will deliver your application to the Norwegian Embassy in Ankara, which is responsible for the further examination.

Visa Fees

When you apply for a visa or residence permit to Norway, you must pay the visa fee online when registering your application at the Application Portal Norway. The below fee information is therefore provided for information purposes only.

Please note that applicants will also be charged a service fee of Euro 15 per application which must be paid in cash when you attend the visa application centre. The service fee is liable to change in line with the European Commission exchange rate.

The following are exempted from the fee when submitting an application for Family Immigration residence permit:

• Children under 18 years of age
• Close family members of EU/EEA nationals, who apply for a residence card.

Visa fees can only be paid with a credit card through the Application Portal Norway.

Applicants are requested to carry exact change in Euros to pay the fees for services used at the Visa Application Centre.

These fees are effective from 1 January 2018.

Documents Required

For information about the documents required, please visit the website of the Norway Directorate of Immigration (UDI) and go to the website of The Norwegian Embassy in Ankara.

Please be advised that it is a requirement that all documents are submitted in original in the A4 format. Any government issued documents that you provide originals for (Marriage certificate, birth certificates etc) must be accompanied by a copy. Any documents not in A4 size need to be copied into A4. The copies will have to be of very good quality with no staples, paper clips or glue as they will be scanned by the Embassy.

We stress the importance of submitting all the relevant documents. Missing documents may lead to a rejection or longer processing time. If you for any reason are not able to submit any of the documents, please write a short statement explaining this.

Applicants who are seeking to live with their spouse in Norway must also complete one of the following questionnaires and attach it with their applications:

• Questions about the relationship between spouses from UAE in family immigration cases

Kindly note that VFS will send the application by courier mail to the Norwegian Embassy in Ankara, which is responsible for the further examination.

Applying with children? Please note that the Embassy will not be able to process the visa application if the child's photo in the passport is outdated or does not correspond with the recent photo enclosed.

Photo Specifications

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling (without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background).

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph provided does not meet these requirements, your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth is available at the Application Centre to help you click photographs meeting these requirements.

For more information on what the photo should look like, please click here.

Processing Time

For the latest information on processing times in Family Immigration applications, please go to the website of the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI).

Download Forms

The application form for Norway’s visa needs to be filled online. To launch an online application form, please visit the Application Portal Norway

Overview

If you wish to come to Norway as an Au Pair, you need a residence permit. As an au pair, you can improve your language skills and learn about Norwegian society by living with a Norwegian family. In return, you will provide services such as light housework and/or child care for the host family.

Please click on each of the tabs above for more information or visit the websites of the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI) and the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Ankara.

Kindly note that VFS will deliver your application to the Norwegian Embassy in Ankara, which is responsible for the further examination.

Visa Fees

When you apply for a visa or residence permit to Norway, you must pay the visa fee online when registering your application at the Application Portal Norway. The below fee information is therefore provided for information purposes only.

Please note that applicants will also be charged a service fee of Euro 15 per application which must be paid in cash when you attend the visa application centre. The service fee is liable to change in line with the European Commission exchange rate.

The following are exempted from the fee when submitting an application for Family Immigration residence permit:

• Children under 18 years of age
• Close family members of EU/EEA nationals, who apply for a residence card.

Visa fees can only be paid with a credit card through the Application Portal Norway.

Applicants are requested to carry exact change in Euros to pay the fees for services used at the Visa Application Centre.

These fees are effective from 1 January 2018.

Documents Required

For information about the documents required, please visit the website of the Norway Directorate of Immigration (UDI) and go to the website of The Norwegian Embassy in Ankara.

Please be advised that it is a requirement that all documents are submitted in original in the A4 format. Any government issued documents that you provide originals for (Marriage certificate, birth certificates etc) must be accompanied by a copy. Any documents not in A4 size need to be copied into A4. The copies will have to be of very good quality with no staples, paper clips or glue as they will be scanned by the Embassy.

We stress the importance of submitting all the relevant documents. Missing documents may lead to a rejection or longer processing time. If you for any reason are not able to submit any of the documents, please write a short statement explaining this.

Applicants who are seeking to live with their spouse in Norway must also complete one of the following questionnaires and attach it with their applications:

• Questions about the relationship between spouses from UAE in family immigration cases

Kindly note that VFS will send the application by courier mail to the Norwegian Embassy in Ankara, which is responsible for the further examination.

Applying with children? Please note that the Embassy will not be able to process the visa application if the child's photo in the passport is outdated or does not correspond with the recent photo enclosed.

Photo Specifications

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling (without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background).

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph provided does not meet these requirements, your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth is available at the Application Centre to help you click photographs meeting these requirements.

For more information on what the photo should look like, please click here.

Processing Time

For the latest information on processing times in Family Immigration applications, please go to the website of the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI).

Download Forms

The application form for Norway’s visa needs to be filled online. To launch an online application form, please visit the Application Portal Norway