Norway visa requirements for Malians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Malians visiting Norway

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Norwegian Visa.

  • Duly filled and signed visa application form.
  • An original passport that will remain valid for at least 3 months after the end of your visit. The passport must have not been issued for more than ten years and it should have two blank pages for stamps. 
  • 2 passport size photographs that are not older than 6 months and meet the visa application requirements.
  • You must have valid medical insurance with a minimum cover of €30,000.
  • You must have enough money to cater for your stay in Norway and return to Mali. You will be required to prove that you can spend NOK 500 daily for the entire stay in Norway. 
  • For minors, the form will have to be filled by their parents accompanied by the minor's birth certificate and a signed letter of consent from the parents.
  • Applicants are to show proof of flight reservations for Norway as well as a return ticket to prove that they intend to leave at the expiry of their visa.
  • It is necessary to show proof of home ties to Mali. This could be a job, family members depending on you or a spouse in Mali.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Letter of invitation from inviting companies or host.
  • Documentation showing the purpose and the duration fo the trip.

Norway Visa for Malians

Facts about Norway

Norway is a Scandinavian country encompassing mountains, glaciers and deep coastal fjords. Oslo, the capital, is a city of green spaces and museums. Preserved 9th-century Viking ships are displayed at Oslo’s Viking Ship Museum. Bergen, with colorful wooden houses, is the starting point for cruises to the dramatic Sognefjord. Norway is also known for fishing, hiking and skiing, notably at Lillehammer’s Olympic resort.

Types of Norway Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Visitor Visa 15 days 90 days
Student visa 30 days Duration of study

General Requirements for Norway Visa

  • Duly filled and signed visa application form.
  • An original passport that will remain valid for at least 3 months after the end of your visit. The passport must have not been issued for more than ten years and it should have two blank pages for stamps. 
  • 2 passport size photographs that are not older than 6 months and meet the visa application requirements.
  • You must have valid medical insurance with a minimum cover of €30,000.
  • You must have enough money to cater for your stay in Norway and return to Mali. You will be required to prove that you can spend NOK 500 daily for the entire stay in Norway. 
  • For minors, the form will have to be filled by their parents accompanied by the minor's birth certificate and a signed letter of consent from the parents.
  • Applicants are to show proof of flight reservations for Norway as well as a return ticket to prove that they intend to leave at the expiry of their visa.
  • It is necessary to show proof of home ties to Mali. This could be a job, family members depending on you or a spouse in Mali.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Letter of invitation from inviting companies or host.
  • Documentation showing the purpose and the duration fo the trip.
Norway Visitor Visa Norway Student visa

Norway Visitor Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • With the visitor visa, Malians can travel to Norway for a host of reasons including tourism, sightseeing, vacation, and business-related activities.
  • You can visit friends or relatives residing in Norway, attend meetings, trade fairs, and conferences with the visitor visa.
  • If you are visiting a friend or relative in Norway, you must have a letter of invitation from your host. The invitation letter must contain details of the trip as well as the full contact details of the host.
  • If staying in a hotel, you must show proof of reserved accommodation for the duration of your stay in Norway.
  • To show that you can spend at least NOK 500 daily and have money to leave Norway, you are to present your most recent bank account statements or a letter of financial guarantee from a host in Norway.
  • Applicants must submit their visa application in person as their biometric data will be collected at the point of submission.
  • Unaccompanied minors traveling to Norway must submit a copy of their birth certificate and a signed letter of authorization from both parents or guardians, permitting them to travel.
  • For business purposes, you are to provide an invitation letter from the inviting company in Norway.
  • The letter should contain the full details of the applicant and the trip.
  • An introduction letter from your employer in Mali stating awareness and approval of the trip is also necessary.
  • The certificate of business registration of the inviting company is required to complete your visa application.
  • It is advisable to show strong home ties to Mali so as to help strengthen your chances of getting the visitor visa.
  • You cannot work or take up any long term course of study with this visa.
  • This visa costs €60 for applicants 12 years and above, €35 for children between 6-11 and is free for children under 6.
  • You must also provide proof of payment for the visa fee.
  • The visitor visa allows a stay of 90 days and is valid for 90 days from the issue date.
  • You are expected to leave Norway before your visa expires.
  • It is usually processed in 15 days.

Norway Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The visa is for travelers hoping to study longterm in Norway.
  • With this visa, the holders are allowed multiple entries into the country.
  • You must have been offered admission into a learning institution in Norway before you apply for this visa.
  • An admission letter, as well as a statement from the learning institution confirming enrollment and awareness of your trip, is required.
  • You must apply for a student’s resident permit.
  • You must have enough money to live on at least NOK 121,220 per year. This could be in the form of student loans, grants, personal funds or a pre-confirmed job in Norway.
  • For applicants that have received a scholarship, you are to present documents validating the scholarship offer.
  • You should provide proof of accommodation that spans the duration of your stay in Norway.
  • You can work part-time for up to 20-hours a week when school is in session and full-time during the school holiday.
  • For applicants willing to work in Norway, you will need to register for a work permit with the police.
  • Proof of payment of tuition fees is required.
  • If you are less than 18 years, a letter of consent signed by both parents as well as your birth certificate is required.
  • You will need to provide evidence that you will return to Mali at the end of your study. This evidence could be documents showing family ties, businesses or properties in Mali.
  • The student visa is usually processed within 30 days and it costs NOK 5300.

Norway Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Visitor Visa

60.00 (NOK)

Student visa

5300.00 (NOK)

Norway Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Mali

Location

Address

Bamako

Rue 113, porte 224 Badalabougou Ouest Bamako Mali.

mali.office@nca.no

(+223) 20 22 51 50

Frequently Asked Questions

What Norwegian food can I try while in the country?

Norway has some of the best seafood in the world. There are some Norwegian specialties and delicacies you should try out like, cod, halibut, and salmon are staples and king crab. At traditional Norwegian restaurants, you will also find meat and potato-based dishes.

What is the Norwegian currency?
The Norwegian currency is the Norwegian crown, symbolized as NOK placed before the amount or "kr" placed after the amount. A 1/100th krone is called øre. ATMs are readily available in Norway, especially in urban areas. They are usually called "Minibank".  You can withdraw major foreign currencies at the main airports and Oslo Central Station.
Is it safe to visit Norway?
Norway is very safe to visit due to the country having a very low crime rate. The most likely crimes for visitors to experience are car break-ins and bicycle theft. In the summer season, pickpockets also tend to be a problem in the urban areas but it's nothing compared to other large cities in Europe. Travelers are advised to take care of their belongings while in large cities like Oslo and Stavanger.
What dangers might I face while in Norway?
The greatest dangers to tourists in Norway are natural ones. Every year, a few tourists get hurt in the mountains or on the seas, usually after given, unheeded warnings. Travelers are advised not to approach a glacier front, big waves on the coast, or a big waterfall unless you know what you are doing.