🇳🇴 3 visa routes for Indians
Norway Visa for Indians: Fees, Documents & Processing Time
Everything you need to apply for Norway from India — the real government fees, our service charges, the documents, and honest guidance from a dedicated case manager.
Visa fees and rules verified on 13 July 2026
- A dedicated case manager on every file
- An honest read on your case, always
- Refused before? We specialise in rebuilding the case
Compare at a glance
Norway visa fees & timelines
| Visa type | Government fees | Our fee | Processing | Validity | Entries | Max stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | Schengen short-stay visa fee €90Adult; €45 for children 6–12, free under 6. Same across all Schengen countries. | ₹7,500 + 18% GST = ₹8,850 | Usually about 15 days, up to 45 in busy periods | Set by the consulate; single- or multiple-entry, with multiple-entry visas valid up to 1, 2 or 5 years | — | Up to 90 days in any 180-day period, across the whole Schengen area |
| Business visa | Schengen short-stay visa fee €90Adult; €45 for children 6–12, free under 6. Same across all Schengen countries. | ₹7,500 + 18% GST = ₹8,850 | Usually about 15 days, up to 45 in busy periods | Single or multiple entry, set by the embassy | — | Up to 90 days in any 180-day period |
| Dependent visa | Family immigration (dependent) permit application fee — adult, first-time application NOK 11900Paid to UDI at online application. Renewal before expiry is NOK 4,400. | ₹25,000 + 18% GST = ₹29,500 | No fixed figure. UDI publishes current waiting times, and family immigration cases commonly take several months. | Typically granted for up to three years at a time depending on the reference person's status, and never beyond the expiry of the reference person's own permit; renewable. | Multiple | As long as the permit is valid; renewable while the relationship and conditions continue, and can count toward permanent residence. |
Government and VFS fees are paid directly to the authorities in the local currency shown and are subject to change at the discretion of the concerned consulate or embassy; our service fee is in INR and includes appointment booking. No consultant can guarantee a visa — the decision rests with the embassy or consulate.
What you'll need
Document checklists
Tourist visa — document checklist
- Passport valid at least three months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen area, issued within the last 10 years, with at least two blank pages.
- Completed and signed Schengen visa application form, submitted via Norway's online Application Portal, with the visa checklist and appointment confirmation.
- Two recent passport photographs meeting Schengen/ICAO specifications.
- Travel medical insurance valid throughout the Schengen area with minimum EUR 30,000 cover, including repatriation, urgent medical care and hospitalisation, covering your whole stay.
- Flight tickets and a day-by-day travel itinerary.
- Confirmation of accommodation for the entire stay (hotel bookings, or a host invitation) in Norway and any other Schengen countries you will visit.
- Proof of sufficient funds through recent personal bank statements; Norway's India mission indicates a minimum of about NOK 500 per day per person.
- Proof of employment or studies with approved leave: employer letter and recent salary slips, or for the self-employed, business registration/GST proof, plus Income Tax Returns for recent years.
- Cover letter stating the purpose and dates of your trip.
- Fingerprints (biometrics) captured at the VFS centre, unless already registered in the previous 59 months.
Business visa — document checklist
- Schengen visa application form, registered online through the UDI application portal, then printed, dated and signed
- Passport valid at least 3 months beyond your intended departure from the Schengen area, issued within the last 10 years, with at least two blank pages, plus your previous passports
- Two recent passport photographs to Schengen specification (35x45 mm, light background)
- Invitation letter from the Norwegian host company stating the purpose, nature and dates of the business visit
- Covering letter from your Indian employer on company letterhead confirming your designation, the purpose of the trip, approved leave and that you will return to your job
- Proof of the business relationship, such as correspondence, contracts or trade documents, where applicable
- Flight tickets and accommodation booking covering the whole stay (do not pay in full until the visa is issued)
- Personal bank statements for the last 3-6 months, income tax returns (ITR) for the last 2 years and Form 16 for salaried applicants
- Salary slips for the last 3 months; company registration and GST documents for business owners or self-employed applicants
- Proof of sufficient funds for the stay (Norway's guideline is about NOK 500 per day)
- Travel medical insurance valid across the entire Schengen area for the whole stay, with minimum cover of EUR 30,000 including repatriation for medical reasons
- Biometrics (photograph and ten fingerprints) given in person at a VFS Global centre for first-time applicants
- Payment of the Schengen visa fee (currently EUR 90 for adults, EUR 45 for children aged 6-12) plus the VFS service fee
Dependent visa — document checklist
- Passport valid for the intended stay, with copies of the relevant pages
- The cover letter and personalised checklist generated after you complete the online UDI application, printed and signed
- Recent passport-style photographs meeting UDI's specifications
- Marriage certificate (for a spouse) or documentation of cohabitation (for a samboer), validly registered and, where required, legalised
- Birth certificate for a child, showing the parental relationship, plus custody or consent documents where relevant
- Documentation of the reference person's status in Norway, such as their residence, work or study permit or Norwegian ID
- Documentation of the reference person's income to show the subsistence requirement, for example employment contract, recent payslips and tax assessment
- Documentation of suitable housing where the family will live in Norway
- Proof of the UDI application fee payment and the VFS service-fee receipt
- Biometrics (photograph and fingerprints) captured at the VFS centre
How it works
Three steps, one dedicated case manager
1
Honest case review
We assess your profile candidly and recommend the visa route that actually fits your trip.
2
Expert forms & document review
We complete and double-check every form and paper, so nothing weakens your case.
3
Appointment, prep & tracking
We book the appointment, prepare you for the interview, and track it to the decision.
Client reviews
What travellers say
★★★★★
“Parashars are the reliable agency. They are always there in your need regarding the visa. Varsha ji is very nice person, approachable, and dedicated towards her work. She always listens to your queries and tries her best to work on them.”
★★★★★
“I had a great experience with THE PARASHARS CONSULTANCY & SERVICES. Their team is professional, supportive, and very responsive. They provided clear guidance and completed the work smoothly and on time. The staff was polite and helpful.”
★★★★★
“Awesome; no other words; excellent services. Prompt, highly cooperative and flexible. Ms. Shivani madam was leading the processing for us backed by her team. The processing was very fast.”
★★★★★
“I had a great experience with The Parashars. The entire visa process was handled very professionally and efficiently. The team specially Varsha was always available to answer my questions and guided me through every step with patience.”
★★★★★
“Shivani ma'am was so supportive throughout the prep and she made sure I'm sure with everything that I need to. Honestly she was with me on multiple calls throughout this process. Thanks a lot for your morning message too.”
★★★★★
“Very supportive and helpful. They guided me through every step.”
★★★★★
“Prompt and fast services. Helped me throughout the process and follow up.”
★★★★★
“Great experience and recommended!”
★★★★★
“I had an excellent experience with the Parashars for my Schengen visa application. The team was highly professional, supportive, and responsive throughout the process. Their guidance, attention to detail, and prompt assistance made it smooth.”
★★★★★
“Thank you for helping us with our Schengen visa. Varsha did a thorough job in preparing the documentation. We were able to secure the visa without any issues.”
★★★★★
“Got our Schengen visas despite the lack of appointments. Thanks to Rohan Khanna and the team at Parashars!”
Ready to start your Norway visa?
Talk to a case manager — a frank assessment and a clear next step, usually within 30 minutes in working hours.