🇻🇳VIETNAM

🏳NOVN-NO

Do Vietnam passport holders need a visa to visit NO?

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

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

Q: How much does the visa cost?

The standard adult Schengen visa fee is EUR 90 (since 11 June 2024), plus a VFS Global service fee and the cost of mandatory travel insurance.

Q: Do I need ETIAS as a Vietnamese citizen?

No. ETIAS (expected late 2026) is only for visa-free nationals. Since Vietnamese nationals need a full Schengen visa, ETIAS does not apply to you.

Q: Where do I apply for the Norway Schengen visa?

Applications are submitted through VFS Global, Norway's official visa application partner; biometrics are captured at the centre.

Q: Can I use a Norway Schengen visa to visit other European countries?

Yes. A Schengen visa is valid for all 27 Schengen countries, but Norway must be your main destination or first point of entry when applying through Norway.

Yes — a Vietnamese ordinary passport holder needs a Schengen visa (Type C) before traveling to Norway. There is no visa-free or visa-on-arrival option. Norway is a member of the Schengen Area, and Vietnam is not on the EU/Schengen visa-exempt list. A Vietnamese ordinary passport holder must obtain a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa before traveling to Norway for tourism. The visa is applied for in advance through Norway's official visa partner VFS Global, with biometrics (fingerprints and photo) captured at the application centre. A Schengen visa permits stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area. The standard adult visa fee is EUR 90 (raised from EUR 80 on 11 June 2024), plus a VFS service fee. Travel medical insurance with minimum coverage of EUR 30,000 valid throughout the Schengen Area is mandatory. ETIAS (Europe's travel authorization, expected late 2026) does NOT apply to Vietnamese nationals because they require a full Schengen visa rather than visa-free entry.

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)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period

per entry

Entries

Single, double or multiple entry (as granted)

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 90 (adult) + VFS service fee

consular fee only

Processing time

15 calendar days typical (up to 45 days in some cases)

standard track

Validity

As granted; passport must be valid 3+ months beyond intended departure

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm purpose and dates

Plan your trip dates and confirm tourism as the purpose. Apply no earlier than 6 months before travel and at least 15 working days (ideally 3-4 weeks) in advance.

· Tourism / short visit· Apply 3-4 weeks ahead

/02

Gather required documents

Prepare passport, photos, flight reservation, accommodation booking, travel medical insurance (min EUR 30,000), proof of funds, and employment/financial documents.

· Insurance EUR 30,000· Proof of funds

/03

Complete the application form

Fill in the Schengen visa application form and book an appointment at the VFS Global centre that handles Norway applications for Vietnam.

· Schengen application form· Book VFS appointment

/04

Attend appointment and give biometrics

Submit documents in person, pay the visa fee and service fee, and provide biometrics (10 fingerprints and a photo) unless captured within the last 59 months.

· Biometrics: fingerprints + photo· Pay at submission

/05

Wait for processing

Processing normally takes about 15 calendar days but may extend to 30-45 days. Track your application online via VFS Global.

· ~15 calendar days· Track online

/06

Collect passport and verify visa

Retrieve your passport, check that the visa dates, number of entries and duration are correct before traveling.

· Check visa sticker· Verify entries/duration

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

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Passport valid 3+ months beyond departure, issued within last 10 years, 2 blank pages

required

Completed and signed Schengen visa application form

required

Two recent biometric passport photos (35x45mm)

required

Travel medical insurance, minimum EUR 30,000 coverage, valid across Schengen

required

Round-trip flight reservation/itinerary

required

Confirmed accommodation (hotel bookings or host invitation)

required

Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, last 3-6 months)

required

Employment proof / business registration / leave approval

recommended

Cover letter explaining trip purpose and itinerary

recommended

Visa fee and VFS service fee payment

required

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Standard since 11 June 2024; children 6-11 pay EUR 45, under 6 free

VFS Global service feeapprox EUR 30-45Charged by the application centre; varies, capped at half the visa fee

Travel medical insurancefrom approx EUR 30-60Mandatory minimum EUR 30,000 coverage for the whole stay

Optional value-added servicesvariablePremium lounge, courier, photo, photocopies (optional)

Total estimateEUR 120 — EUR 195incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing

~15 calendar days

Normal Schengen processing time after biometrics submission; can extend to 30-45 days during peak season or if extra checks are needed.

Early application

Apply up to 6 months ahead

Submit as early as 6 months before travel and at least 3-4 weeks in advance to absorb delays; there is no official express/priority track for Schengen visas.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism and sightseeing

Visiting fjords, Oslo, Bergen, the Northern Lights and other Norwegian destinations.

High

/02

Visiting family or friends

Trips to see relatives or friends residing in Norway, often with a formal invitation.

Medium

/03

Business meetings and conferences

Short business visits, trade fairs or conferences within the 90-day limit.

Medium

/04

Multi-country Schengen trip

Norway as one stop on a wider European itinerary covered by one Schengen visa.

Medium

/05

Cruise and transit travel

Arctic/Baltic cruises and stopovers passing through Norwegian ports.

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

Vietnam to Norway route verified

Confirmed via UDI, VFS Global and VisitNorway that Vietnamese ordinary passport holders require a Schengen Type C visa for Norway; verified the current EUR 90 adult fee (effective 11 June 2024), the 90/180 short-stay rule, mandatory EUR 30,000 insurance, and that ETIAS does not apply to visa-required nationals.

/09 — The questions