Norway visa requirements for Gambians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Gambians visiting Norway

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

  • A Gambian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (35 mm x 45 mm) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Copy of return flight ticket
  • Proof of financial support
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Valid travel insurance which has a coverage of €30,000 for medical insurance.

Norway Visa for Gambians

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 15-30 days 90 days
Student visa 15-30 days 90 days - 1 year

General Requirements for Norway Visa

  • A Gambian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (35 mm x 45 mm) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Copy of return flight ticket
  • Proof of financial support
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Valid travel insurance which has a coverage of €30,000 for medical insurance.
Norway Visitor Visa Norway Student visa

Norway Visitor Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Norwegian visitor's visa is for Gambians intending to travel to Norway for tourism, visitation and business purposes.
  • Norway is a Schengen country, so you can also apply for a Schengen visa.
  • The Norwegian visitor's visa encompasses the following:
    • Business travelling.
    • Attending a cultural event or visit an organisation.
    • Touring Norway.
    • Visiting a family member or friends.
    • Going for a business meeting or conference.
  • Norway is one amongst the 3 Scandinavian countries and is located in the Northern part of Europe. It shares its boundary with Russia, Finland, and Sweden.
  • Currency restriction into Norway is 25,000 Norwegian Kroner. This does not include the traveler's check.
  • If you are exiting Norway with an amount of up to  25,000 Norwegian Kroner, prior approval must be gotten.
  • Travel Visa Insurance confirmation within Norway and the entire Schengen area must be provided. Insurance coverage must be a minimum of 30,000 euros.
  • If you intend to attend conferences while you are in Norway, proof that you have registered and paid to attend the conference is required.
  • Norway has a low level of crime and violent crime is uncommon.
  • Unlike Norway’s mainland, Svalbard is not a party to the Schengen Agreement and air travellers to Svalbard from Norway will depart the Schengen Zone prior to boarding.
  • Verify that you have adequate travel, medical, and medical evacuation insurance to cover the potential costs of medical treatment or repatriation before you travel to Svalbard.
  • Although road systems exist within the three largest towns – Longyearbyen, Barentsburg, and Ny-Alesund – they do not connect with each other, making sea, snowmobile, or limited air service the only options for travelling throughout Svalbard.
  • The Norway Embassy needs to know the details of your trip. So, we recommend you to attach a covering letter that has all the necessary details about the visit, including the length of your stay, the places you plan to visit, and the arrangements you’ve made for your accommodation and transportation. Remember to sign the letter before submission.

Norway Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Gambians who wants to stay and study in Norway will have to apply for a Norwegian student visa.
  • There are two types of Norwegian student visa:
    • Short-stay study visa: this visa is valid for 3 months.
    • Long-stay study visa: this visa is valid for one year and is also extendable.
  • Applicants planning on studying in Norway for more than three months will have to apply for the residence permit.
  • The Norway student visa and the residence permit do not refer to the same document.
  • To be eligible for Norway student visa or residence permit, you must provide the official letter of acceptance issued by your hosting Norway university or educational institute or polytechnic.
  • Processing times for student residence permits will vary and may take two months or so, therefore it is advisable to apply as soon as you are able. 
  • You’re required to visit the police station within seven days of your arrival in Norway. You’ll have your fingerprints and photo taken and will be sent your residence card by post within 10 working days.
  • You must provide proof of your financial ability so as to support yourself financially during your entire study period.
  • Students are required to prove that they have access to NOK 116,369 for 10 months (academic year).
  • A copy of your UDI document must be provided.
  • The Norwegian Directorate of Immigration requires the money to be deposited in a Norwegian bank account., this is a general rule. 
  • The embassy or consulate you are using reserves the right to ask for additional documents or a second appearance for an interview in special cases.
  • Having completed your studies, you are eligible to apply for a residence permit for up to six months in which to seek employment as a skilled worker.
  • You must be able to prove you have become qualified as a skilled worker during your time studying in Norway, or that you had specialist training before your stay in Norway and then undertook further education in Norway. 

Norway Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Visitor Visa

603.65 (NOK)

Student visa

603.65 (NOK)

Norway Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Gambia

Location

Address

Banjul

Norwegian Honorary Consulate in Banjul, Gambia --- Canarias nº 20 Pt-13-B Banjul Gambia

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hardmarc@gamtel.gm

(+220) 449 68 69

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the weather like in Norway?

Norway is a northern country, which means it has long, dark winters and short summers with long, light days. Some parts of Norway are also rainy almost year-round. Many expats find it difficult to adjust to the lack of sunlight during Norwegian winters.

Can you use euro in Norway?

Usually, other currencies such as the euro aren't accepted in Norway. It makes sense to carry a little local cash on you, or a loaded credit card.

Do they speak English in Norway?

English is widely spoken in Norway, and virtually every Norwegian can speak fluent (or understand a minimum of) English. Tourist information is usually printed in several languages. Many Norwegians also speak or understand a second foreign language, often German, French or Spanish.

What is the best time of the year to visit Norway?

For most travellers, the best time to go to Norway is early summer, especially the months of June and July.

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