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How to get a Norway visa from Philippines
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Filipino passport holders travelling to Norway.
Visa types & fees
3 visa options for travelling to Norway.
Student visa
Processing time15 days
Validity90 days
Tourist visa
Processing time15 days
Validity90 days
Work visa
Processing time15 days
Validity90 days
Application requirements
Documents Filipino applicants need to provide.
About Norway
Visa type details
Student visa
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Norway for studies.
- A completely filled study visa application form.
- A valid passport and should have at least two blank visa pages and should be valid for at least 90 days upon the conclusion of your trip.
- The visa application form should be filled out in legible handwriting in English or Norwegian.
- One colored photograph size (35mm x45mm) of the applicant should be attached (stapled or pasted) to the marked space at the upper right-hand corner of the application form taken within the last 6 months.
- Payment of visa.
- All visa applicants have to present a medical travel insurance valid for Norwegian.
- An original invitation of the Norwegian educational institution, approved by the Citizenship and Migration Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, for the period, specified in the invitation.
- Travel insurance has to contain the following information: name, address and phone number of the insurance company and the full name of the policyholder.
- Insurance territorial coverage.
- Flight reservation.
- Recent bank statement of parents/sponsor.
- Proof of sufficient funds while in Norway.
- Copies of the student's ID card and student's record-book.
- A letter of acceptance from the prestigious school in Norway.
Tourist visa
- The tourist visa is issued to people who wish to visit Norway for tourism and vacation.
- A visitor's visa allows you to stay in Norway or other countries in the Schengen area for up to 90 days.
- A completely filled and signed tourist visa application form.
- Your travel insurance should be valid in all Schengen countries.
- Those who wish to visit friends and family members residing in Norway also need a tourist visa.
- If invited. a letter of invitation is required from your host/organization in Norway.
- It is recommended that you do not buy a flight ticket until a visa has been granted.
- Make sure all required documents are ready. Missing documents can delay the application process.
- Your passport should be valid for at least three months ahead of your stay in Norway.departure from the Schengen area)
- Two passport photographs with a white background.
- Your travel health insurance policy.
Work visa
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to work in an organization in Norway.
- A duly accomplished visa application form.
- Norway operates under the Schengen Agreement. Individuals with a Schengen visa may travel freely throughout the 15-country Schengen zone.
- Proof of no criminal track.
- A seasonal work permit allows a worker three months of residency and employment.
- The Norwegian Directorate of Immigration acts as the governing body overseeing the issuance of work permits and working holiday visas to Norway.
- A valid passport is required.
- Applicants must be found to be of good mental, physical, and criminal background before the visa is issued.
- Sufficient funds to backup your stay in Norway.
- The Philippines seeking employment in Norway must go through the offices of the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration.
- Flight itinerary
- A letter of employment from the organization in Norway should be required.
- Educational qualifications and curriculum vitae is required.
- Payment of visa fee.
Where to apply
Norway embassy & visa application centers in Philippines.
Manila
Address12th/F DelRosarioLaw Centre 21st Drive corner 20th Drive Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City Metro Manila 1630 Philippines.
Phone(+63) 2 5317 2700
Email[email protected]
Websitewww.norway.no/en/philippines
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Frequently asked questions
What is the most common job in Norway
The most common jobs in Norway are in the fishing industry, nurses, hotels, and restaurants.
What is the official language in Norway
Norway is home to two official languages – Norwegian and Sami. Norwegian is by far the language spoken by most people.
Is English language spoken in Norway
English is widely spoken in Norway, and virtually every Norwegian can understand and fluently speak the English language.
What is Norway famous
Norway is arguably known as one of the most beautiful countries on earth. It's famous for its natural attractions like Fjords, mountains and midnight sun, but it's also well known for a vibrant cultural life. Norwegian cities are cosmopolitan and full of stunning Scandinavian architecture.
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