Norway visa requirements for Ivorians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Ivorians visiting Norway

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

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form.
  • Two recently taken photos. Both photos must be taken within the last three months and must follow all visa photo requirements.
  • A valid passport which is not older than 10 years. It should be valid for at least three more months beyond the date you plan to leave Norway.
  • A round trip reservation or itinerary. This must include dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Norway.
  • A travel insurance policy. A document that proves you have travel health insurance for the whole Schengen territory, with a minimum coverage of 30,000 euros in case of any medical emergency as illnesses, accidents and even repatriation in case of death.
  • Proof of accommodation. A document that shows where you will be accommodated throughout your stay in Norway.
  • Proof of financial means. Evidence that you have enough money to support yourself financially throughout your stay in the country. This can be one of the following:
  • Bank account statement – that shows you have enough money in your account for the trip. The statement shall be no older than 3 months.
  • Sponsorship Letter – by another person that confirms they will be financially supporting your trip to Norway. In order for this letter to be valid, it must be accompanied by a bank statement of the sponsor, no older than three months.
  • Proof of paid visa fee.  €60 for adults and €35 for children from 6 to 12 years old.

Norway Visa for Ivorians

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
Tourist visa within 15 days 90
Student visa within 30 days Varies

General Requirements for Norway Visa

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form.
  • Two recently taken photos. Both photos must be taken within the last three months and must follow all visa photo requirements.
  • A valid passport which is not older than 10 years. It should be valid for at least three more months beyond the date you plan to leave Norway.
  • A round trip reservation or itinerary. This must include dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Norway.
  • A travel insurance policy. A document that proves you have travel health insurance for the whole Schengen territory, with a minimum coverage of 30,000 euros in case of any medical emergency as illnesses, accidents and even repatriation in case of death.
  • Proof of accommodation. A document that shows where you will be accommodated throughout your stay in Norway.
  • Proof of financial means. Evidence that you have enough money to support yourself financially throughout your stay in the country. This can be one of the following:
  • Bank account statement – that shows you have enough money in your account for the trip. The statement shall be no older than 3 months.
  • Sponsorship Letter – by another person that confirms they will be financially supporting your trip to Norway. In order for this letter to be valid, it must be accompanied by a bank statement of the sponsor, no older than three months.
  • Proof of paid visa fee.  €60 for adults and €35 for children from 6 to 12 years old.
Norway Tourist visa Norway Student visa

Norway Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Norwegian tourist visa is issued to Ivorian citizens who wish to visit Norway for tourism, recreation, family and friend visits, and vacation.
  • This visa is under the category of visitor's visa which is issued as a short term visa.
  • A visitor's visa allows you to stay in Norway or other countries in the Schengen area for up to 90 days over a period of 180 days.
  • Applicants are advised to apply well in advance — at the latest 15 days before the planned date of travel. It is possible to submit your application up to three months before your planned departure.
  • Ivorian nationals touring with the Norwegian visa; being a Schengen visa, you can travel to other Schengen countries giving you being in Norway first.
  • It is recommended that you do not buy a flight ticket until a visa has been granted.
  • Before you can hand in the required documentation, you must register your application online.
  • Your visa fees should be paid directly to your embassy/consulate of Norway in your home country.
  • On the day of submitting your documents, your fingerprints will be taken.
  • You may be asked to provide additional documentation or to come for an interview.
  • Make sure all required documents are ready. Missing documents can delay the application process.
  • Those who wish to visit friends and family members residing in Norway also need a tourist visa.
  • It is possible to authorize someone to act on your behalf in connection with your application. You will need to complete a form for this.
  • The visa fee is EUR 60 for adults, children under six years do not pay a fee and children from the age of six years toward the age of 12 years shall pay a visa fee of EUR 35.
  • Except for children, please note that you must pay the fee when registering the application in the portal. Applicants exempted from the visa fee requirement will have the fee refunded.
  • On the day of your appointment, you must bring along:
    • A printout of the confirmation of registration from the Application Portal
    • The checklist and the documents listed on it
    • Your passport (please be sure it is valid for at least three months after your planned departure from the Schengen area)
    • Photograph (which must comply with international standards)
    • Your travel health insurance policy
    • You should be covered for at least EUR 30 000, including expenses in connection with repatriation for medical reasons, treatment in medical emergencies and/or emergency hospital treatment, and death.
    • Your insurance should be valid in all Schengen countries.
  • It should, as a rule, be purchased in your home country. If this is not possible it may be purchased in another country.
  • We will contact you if we need more information. The application process will start once all the required documents have been submitted.

Norway Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This is a visa that is issued to other nationals' students who are eligible to study in Norwegian academic institutions.
  • The visa is usually issued as a long term visa which is issued as a student residence permit.
  • A student residence permit to Norway is granted under the precondition that the student will return to his/her country of legal permanent residence upon completion of their studies.
  • Evidence of admittance to an approved full-time education program is needed.
  • Applicants must also provide evidence of sufficient financial funds for the entire period of study, including funds to support any accompanying family.
  • It can be difficult to open an account in a Norwegian bank without a Norwegian personal number, so you can usually deposit the required amount into an account established by your educational institution.
  • Public universities in Norway are tuition-free. Although some programs might require you to pay a token, most courses are free. If you are going to attend a private university in Norway then you have to pay tuition fees.
  • You need to prove you have access to NOK 116,369 for each academic year (10 months), which is approximately US$14,350.
  • 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.
  • If your application is granted, you must then obtain a residence card and this will be proof that you have the right to live in Norway and is issued by your local police station in Norway. You are required to visit the police station within seven days of your arrival in Norway.
  • You will have your fingerprints and photo taken and will be sent your residence card by post within 10 working days.

Norway Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

602.42 (NOK)

Student visa

602.42 (NOK)

Norway Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Ivory Coast

Location

Address

Abidjan

Immeuble N'Zarama Boulevard Lagunaire Abidjan, Ivory Coast

http://www.norvege.ci/

emb.abidjan@mfa.no

+225.2022.2534,

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Norway expensive?

Norway is expensive as a result of the country being a wealthy country. The prices of commodities are high, services of high-quality which are pretty expensive, countless other activities are found costly too.


Is visa required for me to visit Norway?

As an Ivorian citizen, you are required a visa to travel to Norway, except the countries of the European Union who can travel to Norway without visa and can stay up to 90 days.

Is it a must I can speak Norwegian before I can travel to the country?

You do not need to speak Norwegian before you can travel to the country. Almost all Norwegian citizens are fluent in the English language.

What is the currency of the Norway?

The currency accepted as legal tender in the country is the Norwegian krone, or NOK. The exchange rate of  8 NOK is estimated to 1 USD as of 2017.