Schengen Visitor Visa (Tourist/Holiday)
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Schengen Visitor Visa (Tourist/Holiday)

Tourist Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

28-42 days

Application Fee

90 EUR

Stay Duration

90 days

Renewable

Varies

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

No

This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Short-stay visa for tourism, visiting family, or short business trips. Valid for up to 90 days within 180 days across all Schengen countries. For nationals of countries without visa-free access.

The Schengen Visitor Visa is a short-stay visa that allows travel throughout the Schengen area for tourism, business meetings, family visits, or medical treatment. It is required for citizens of countries without visa exemptions.

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Requirements

Personal

Passport Validity

3 months beyond stay months

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

Minimum 3 months validity beyond intended stay

Passport photos

Recent biometric photo (45x35mm)

Completed visa application form

Official Schengen visa application

Proof of accommodation

Hotel booking, rental agreement, or invitation letter

Proof of financial means

Bank statements showing ability to support stay

Return ticket

Proof of return travel arrangement

Health insurance

Travel/medical insurance valid in Schengen area

Travel itinerary

Planned activities and dates

Employment letter

If employed, proof from employer

Optional

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Advantages

  • Access to all 27 Schengen countries
  • Multiple entry options available
  • Relatively short processing time
  • Standard application process

Considerations

  • Limited to 90 days in 180 days
  • No work permitted
  • Cannot be extended
  • No pathway to residency

Application Process

1

Schedule appointment

Book at Norwegian embassy, consulate, or visa application center

2

Prepare documents

Gather all required documentation

3

Submit application

Submit in person at embassy or visa application center

4

Biometric data collection

Provide fingerprints and photos

5

Processing

UDI reviews application

6

Collect passport

Retrieve passport with visa decision

Application Forms

Schengen Visa Application Form

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