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Do Thailand passport holders need a visa to visit NO?

Thai ordinary passport holders need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa to visit Norway for tourism. Apply through the Norwegian Embassy via VFS Global in Bangkok before you travel. Norway is part of the Schengen Area, and Thailand is not on the Schengen visa-exempt list. As of 30 May 2026, an ordinary Thai passport holder must obtain a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa before traveling to Norway for tourism. The visa allows a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across all Schengen countries. Applications are lodged with the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Bangkok through the VFS Global visa application centre after registering and paying online via Norway's UDI portal. The standard adult fee is EUR 90, plus a VFS service fee, with normal processing of up to 15 calendar days (occasionally extended to 45). ETIAS — the EU travel authorisation expected in Q4 2026 — applies only to visa-exempt nationalities, so it does NOT replace the visa for Thai citizens; Thai travelers continue to need a full Schengen visa. The EES (Entry/Exit System) records biometrics at the border but is separate from the visa requirement.
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) – tourism
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period
per entry
Entries
Single, double or multiple (as granted)
from issue date
Visa fee
EUR 90 (adult) + VFS service fee
consular fee only
Processing time
Normally up to 15 calendar days (up to 45 in some cases)
standard track
Validity
Per visa sticker; max 90/180 days within validity
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Register and pay online via UDI
Create an application on Norway's UDI online portal, complete the Schengen visa form and pay the EUR 90 fee. Select the Norwegian Embassy in Bangkok as the processing post.
· Online· UDI portal
/02
Book a VFS Global appointment
Schedule an appointment at the Norway Visa Application Centre operated by VFS Global in Bangkok to submit biometrics and documents.
· VFS Global Bangkok
/03
Prepare supporting documents
Assemble passport, photo, travel medical insurance (min EUR 30,000), flight and hotel bookings, itinerary, bank statements, and proof of employment/ties to Thailand.
· Document set
/04
Attend the appointment
Submit your passport, application form and documents in person, provide fingerprints and photo, and pay the VFS service fee.
· In person· Biometrics
/05
Wait for processing
The embassy normally decides within 15 calendar days; allow up to 45 days. Apply at least 4 weeks before travel.
· ~15 days
/06
Collect passport and travel
Retrieve your passport with the visa from VFS or by courier, then travel to Norway within the visa validity.
· Collection
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Passport valid 3+ months beyond departure, issued within last 10 years, 2 blank pages
required
Completed Schengen visa application form (via UDI portal)
required
Recent passport-size photo meeting ICAO/Schengen specs
required
Travel medical insurance with min EUR 30,000 coverage for full Schengen stay
required
Round-trip flight reservation
required
Confirmed accommodation / hotel bookings for entire stay
required
Day-by-day travel itinerary
required
Bank statements (typically last 6 months) showing sufficient funds
required
Employment letter / proof of ties to Thailand (return intent)
recommended
Visa fee EUR 90 + VFS service fee paid
required
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Standard short-stay Type C fee
Schengen visa fee (child 6–12)EUR 45Children under 6 are exempt
VFS Global service feeapprox. THB 850–950Paid at submission; varies
Travel medical insurancefrom approx. EUR 30–60Min EUR 30,000 coverage required
Total estimateEUR 90 + service fee — EUR 150+ (with insurance & service fees)incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing
Up to 15 calendar days
Normal embassy decision time after VFS submission; apply 4+ weeks ahead.
Extended review
Up to 45 calendar days
Possible in individual cases requiring additional checks or documents.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Thailand not on Schengen visa-exempt list
Norway is in the Schengen Area and Thai ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt, so a visa is mandatory.
High
/02
Tourism is a short-stay purpose
Sightseeing and visiting fall under the Type C short-stay visa category (90/180).
High
/03
ETIAS does not apply to Thai nationals
ETIAS (expected Q4 2026) is only for visa-exempt nationalities, so it cannot replace the visa requirement.
Medium
/04
Proof of funds and ties required
Applicants must show financial means and intent to return to Thailand.
Medium
/05
Insufficient documentation risk
Missing insurance, bookings or financial proof is a common refusal reason.
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
Thailand to Norway route verified
Confirmed via the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Thailand and Visit Norway that Thai ordinary passport holders still require a Schengen Type C visa (EUR 90, ~15 days, via VFS Bangkok). ETIAS (expected Q4 2026) applies only to visa-exempt nationals and does not change Thailand's visa requirement.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Thai citizens need a visa to visit Norway?—
Yes. Norway is a Schengen country and Thailand is not visa-exempt, so an ordinary Thai passport holder must obtain a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa before traveling.
How long can I stay with a Schengen visa?+
Where do Thai applicants submit the Norway visa application?+
How much does it cost and how long does it take?+
Does ETIAS apply to Thai travelers?+
Can I use a Norway Schengen visa to visit other European countries?+
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