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title: Norway visa for citizens of Sri Lanka
description: "Citizens of Sri Lanka need a visa for Norway and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Norway visa for citizens of Sri Lanka

Citizens of Sri Lanka need a visa for Norway and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen visa (short-stay)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** 15–45 days
- **Government fee:** €90
- **Passport validity:** At least 10 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Gather required documents** — Collect all documents listed above, including passport, photos, insurance, itinerary, accommodation, bank statements, employment proof, and cover letter.
2. **Complete the application form online** — Fill the Schengen visa application form on the official Norway visa portal (or via VFS Global).
3. **Book an appointment at the embassy or visa application centre** — Schedule an in-person appointment at the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Colombo or at the authorised VFS Global centre.
4. **Attend appointment – submit documents and provide biometrics** — Submit your application form, all supporting documents, and provide fingerprints and a digital photograph.
5. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the €80 visa fee (and any service fee if applicable) at the centre.
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing usually takes 15 to 45 calendar days.
7. **Collect passport with visa decision** — Once notified, collect your passport from the centre or have it couriered back (if service is offered).

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least two blank pages, valid for at least 10 months from departure)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 10 months from planned departure.
- **Completed Schengen visa application form** (Identity): Signed by applicant.
- **Two recent passport-size photographs (35x45mm, white background)** (Identity): Must meet ICAO standards.
- **Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)** (Supporting): Valid for the entire Schengen area and duration of stay.
- **Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed booking** (Travel): Show dates and flight numbers.
- **Proof of accommodation in Norway (hotel booking or invitation letter)** (Travel): Covers entire stay.
- **Bank statements for the last 3-6 months** (Financial): Must show sufficient funds to cover stay.
- **Employment letter or proof of leave** (Employment): Stating position, salary, and approved leave.
- **Pay slips (last 3 months)** (Employment): Support income verification.
- **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit and travel itinerary** (Supporting): Brief explanation of trip.
- **Tourist invitation letter (if visiting friends/family)** (Supporting, optional): Notarised invitation from host in Norway.
- **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, etc.)** (Supporting, optional): If applicable.

## Good to know

- A Schengen visa issued by Norway allows travel to the entire Schengen area (up to 90 days in any 180-day period).
- The visa is usually multiple-entry, but the final decision is made by the embassy.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or insufficient documentation** — Double-check the checklist provided by the embassy and include all required documents.
- **Inadequate travel health insurance** — Ensure insurance covers at least €30,000 and is valid for the whole Schengen area.
- **Insufficient funds to cover the stay** — Provide bank statements showing a clear balance equivalent to at least €50 per day of stay.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Sri Lanka need a visa for Norway?

Citizens of Sri Lanka need a visa for Norway and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen visa (short-stay).

### How long can citizens of Sri Lanka stay in Norway?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the Norway visa cost for citizens of Sri Lanka?

Government fee: €90.

### How long does Norway visa processing take?

Typically 15–45 days.

### What documents do citizens of Sri Lanka need for Norway?

Valid passport (with at least two blank pages, valid for at least 10 months from departure); Completed Schengen visa application form; Two recent passport-size photographs (35x45mm, white background); Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage); Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed booking; Proof of accommodation in Norway (hotel booking or invitation letter); and 6 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Norway?

At least 10 months.

## More

- [Norway visa for every passport](/visa/norway)
- [Every destination for Sri Lanka passport holders](/visa/passport/sri-lanka)