🇵🇭PHILIPPINES

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Do Philippines passport holders need a visa to visit NO?

Q: Does ETIAS replace the visa for Filipinos?

No. ETIAS (launching Q4 2026) applies only to visa-exempt nationalities. The Philippines is not visa-exempt, so Filipinos still need a Schengen visa.

Q: How long can I stay with a Schengen visa?

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area, subject to the dates granted on your visa.

Q: Where do I apply for the Norway visa in the Philippines?

Through VFS Global in Manila or Cebu. Applications are then sent to the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Bangkok for processing.

Q: How much money must I show?

You must document at least NOK 500 per day for your stay, or provide a sponsor's guarantee.

Q: How early should I apply?

You can apply up to 6 months before travel and should apply at least 4 weeks ahead, as processing takes up to 15 working days plus courier time.

Filipino ordinary passport holders need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa before traveling to Norway for tourism. There is no visa-free entry, visa-on-arrival, or ETIAS option for Philippine ordinary passports. Norway is part of the Schengen Area, and the Philippines is not on the Schengen visa-exempt list. A Philippine ordinary passport holder must obtain a Schengen short-stay (Type C / visitor) visa before departure. Applications are lodged through VFS Global in Manila or Cebu, and the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Bangkok adjudicates them. The visa permits stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area. The visa fee is EUR 90 plus a VFS service fee. Standard processing is up to 15 working days, though applicants should apply at least 4 weeks ahead (and can apply up to 6 months before travel). Note: ETIAS (launching Q4 2026) does NOT apply to Filipinos, who remain visa-required; only nationals of visa-exempt countries use ETIAS. Holders of Philippine diplomatic/official passports are visa-exempt, but this guide covers ordinary passports.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C / visitor's visa)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period

per entry

Entries

Single or multiple entry (as granted)

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 90 + VFS service fee

consular fee only

Processing time

Up to 15 working days (apply 4+ weeks ahead)

standard track

Validity

Valid for travel period granted; up to 5 years for multiple-entry

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm purpose and gather documents

Assemble passport (issued within last 10 years, valid 3+ months beyond stay), photos, travel insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 Schengen coverage, flight and hotel bookings, and proof of funds (at least NOK 500/day).

· Tourism· Document prep

/02

Complete the online application

Fill out the Schengen visitor visa application via the UDI Application Portal and pay the EUR 90 visa fee online or at the centre.

· UDI portal· EUR 90

/03

Book a VFS Global appointment

Schedule an appointment at VFS Global in Manila (Makati City) or Cebu. Appointments can be made up to 6 months before travel.

· VFS Manila/Cebu

/04

Attend the appointment and give biometrics

Submit documents in person, pay the VFS service fee, and provide fingerprints and a photo (biometrics).

· Biometrics· Service fee

/05

Wait for processing

Applications are couriered to the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Bangkok; standard processing is up to 15 working days plus courier transit.

· Embassy Bangkok· Up to 15 days

/06

Collect passport and travel

Retrieve your passport with the visa decision, verify the dates and entries, and travel within the validity window.

· Collect· Verify dates

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

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Passport issued within last 10 years, valid 3+ months after planned departure

required

Completed Schengen visitor visa application form

required

Recent passport-size photo meeting Schengen specs

required

Travel health insurance covering minimum EUR 30,000 in Schengen

required

Round-trip flight reservation

required

Hotel bookings or invitation letter from host

required

Proof of funds: at least NOK 500 per day

required

Employment letter / proof of ties to the Philippines

recommended

Visa fee EUR 90 plus VFS service fee

required

Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) at VFS

required

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Children 6-11 pay EUR 45; under 6 free

VFS Global service feeapprox. PHP 1,500Per application, collected by VFS

Courier / optional return feeapprox. PHP 400Optional passport return courier

Travel health insuranceapprox. PHP 1,500-3,000Min. EUR 30,000 coverage, varies by provider/duration

Total estimateEUR 90 + approx. PHP 1,900 — EUR 90 + approx. PHP 5,000incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing

Up to 15 working days

Normal adjudication at the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Bangkok after documents are couriered from VFS; apply at least 4 weeks before travel.

Early submission

Up to 6 months before travel

You may lodge the application as early as 6 months before departure to allow buffer for peak-season delays.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Norway is a Schengen Area member

Norway applies the common Schengen visa policy, under which Philippine ordinary passport holders are visa-required.

High

/02

Philippines is not on the Schengen visa-exempt list

Filipino ordinary passport holders cannot enter visa-free and do not qualify for ETIAS.

High

/03

ETIAS does not apply to Filipinos

ETIAS (launching Q4 2026) covers only visa-exempt nationalities; Filipinos still need a full Schengen visa.

Medium

/04

Only diplomatic/official passports are exempt

Holders of Philippine diplomatic or official passports are visa-exempt, but ordinary passport holders are not.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Philippines to Norway route verified

Confirmed via UDI and the Royal Norwegian Embassy that Philippine ordinary passport holders require a Schengen short-stay visa (EUR 90, applied through VFS Global Manila/Cebu, adjudicated in Bangkok). Verified that ETIAS does not apply to Filipinos.

/09 — The questions