South Korea passport → Norway

Norway visa for citizens of South Korea

Visa-freeSchengen short-stay visa exemption (up to 90 days)

Citizens of South Korea can visit Norway without a visa for up to 90 days.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free · Schengen short-stay visa exemption (up to 90 days)
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Government fee	No visa fee
Passport validity	At least 3 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Not required

How to apply

1
Prepare for travel
Ensure passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond planned departure from Schengen and carries sufficient blank pages.
2
Book travel and accommodation
Have confirmed return/onward ticket and accommodation details ready for possible border inspection.
3
Arrive at Schengen external border
Present passport at border control; a visa is not required for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
4
Comply with stay conditions
Do not exceed 90 days in any 180-day period within the Schengen Area; adhere to purpose of visit.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen Area.

Travel

Proof of travel purpose (e.g. hotel booking, invitation letter)
Optional
May be requested at border control.
Return or onward ticket
Optional
May be requested at border control to confirm exit from Schengen Area.

Financial

Sufficient funds for stay
Optional
May be verified by cash, credit card, or bank statement upon entry.

Supporting

Travel health insurance
Optional
Not mandatory for visa-free entry but strongly recommended.

Proof of funds

cash
credit card
bank statement

Border officers may request proof of sufficient funds for the intended stay.

Good to know

The 90-day limit applies to the entire Schengen Area, not just Norway.
Overstaying may result in fines, deportation, or future entry bans.

Common refusal reasons

Does not meet passport validity requirements (less than 3 months validity remaining).

Renew passport well before travel.

Suspicion of illegal work or overstay intention.

Carry proof of employment/studies and return ticket; be ready to explain purpose of visit.

FAQ

Do citizens of South Korea need a visa for Norway?

Citizens of South Korea can visit Norway without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Schengen short-stay visa exemption (up to 90 days).

How long can citizens of South Korea stay in Norway?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of South Korea need for Norway?

Valid passport; Proof of travel purpose (e.g. hotel booking, invitation letter); Sufficient funds for stay; Return or onward ticket; Travel health insurance.

How long must my passport be valid for Norway?

At least 3 months.

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