Norway Visa for Nigeria Passport Holders

Nigeriapassport Norwaydestination

Single entry ApprovalLow Transit visaYes

Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Nigeria passport holders: Single entry for Norway. Fee: EUR 90 (~USD 104.66). Processing: 15-21 working days. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Schengen Type C visa. Fee: EUR 90 (~NGN 132,000). Norway is in Schengen but NOT EU. Apply via VFS Global Abuja/Lagos. Norway has Nigerian community (~10K) + significant asylum caseload.

Visa types: Schengen C (90/180): Tourist, Business, Family, Cultural, Transit; Norwegian Residence Permit (>90 days): Work (Skilled Worker — popular Nigerian IT/engineering), Study, Family Reunification, Au Pair, Religious Worker.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)EUR 90 (Schengen)

In USDUSD 99

In NGNNGN 134,640

Minimum bank balance~USD 110/day (EUR 100)

Service feeVFS service fee: USD 25-40 on top of visa fee

Stay & validity

Schengen C: Validity 6 months to 5 years.

Extension possibleConditional

Overstay penalty: Fine EUR 50-1,200 + 1-5 year ban across all 29 Schengen states; SIS alert

How to apply

MethodVFS Global Abuja/Lagos (Norwegian Embassy via Cairo)

Application centreVFS Global

Processing time15-21 working days

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (6 months, EUR 100/day)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

Sponsor Doc Conditional

Invitation Letter Conditional

Vaccination Conditional Yellow Fever (carried)

Travel Insurance Mandatory Mandatory (EUR 30,000+)

Biometrics Yes

Police Clearance No No (short-stay)

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity3+ months beyond stay

Photo size35 × 45 mm · White bg · biometric

Required documents: Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages); Online Schengen application; 35x45mm biometric photo; Travel insurance (EUR 30,000+); Flight booking; Hotel reservation / Sponsor's invitation; Bank statement (3-6 months, EUR 100/day given high cost); Employment letter; ITR; NIN; Yellow Fever cert (carried); Biometrics at VFS Abuja/Lagos.

Visa types (2)

Tourist ★

Single EUR 90 (~USD 104.66) 15-21 working days

Schengen Type C visa. Fee: EUR 90 (~NGN 132,000). Norway is in Schengen but NOT EU. Apply via VFS Global Abuja/Lagos. Norway has Nigerian community (~10K) + significant asylum caseload.

Transit Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A)

Single EUR 90 (~USD 97.2) 15 calendar days (occasionally up to 45)

Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A) - required for Nigerian passport holders changing planes airside at an airport in Norway en route to a non-Schengen third country. Keeps you airside; does not permit entry into Norway or the Schengen Area.

Common rejection reasons

Common Schengen rejections for Nigerians (~55-65%): (1) Insufficient funds — Norway one of world's most expensive; (2) Weak ties to Nigeria; (3) Doubtful return intent; (4) Past Schengen overstays; (5) Asylum-claim history in EU/Norway (significant Nigerian asylum caseload); (6) Inadequate insurance; (7) Nordic-region migration concerns; (8) Family ties in Norway raise flags; (9) 419 document forgery screening.

Embassy / consulate

AddressRoyal Norwegian Embassy, Plot 1024 Faskari Crescent, Off Yedseram Street, Maitama, Abuja, Nigeria

Phone+234 9 413 5430

Emailemb.abuja@mfa.no

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceHigh

Last verified2026-05-15

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

Norway visa FAQ for Nigeria passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Norway with a Nigeria passport?

Yes — Nigeria passport holders need a visa for Norway (Single entry). Apply via VFS Global Abuja/Lagos (Norwegian Embassy via Cairo).

How much does a Norway visa cost for Nigeria passport holders?

The Norway visa fee is USD 99 (about NGN 134,640). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Norway visa?

Typical processing for a Norway visa is 15-21 working days. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Norway on this visa?

A Norway visa for Nigeria passport holders typically allows a stay of Schengen C: Validity 6 months to 5 years.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Norway visa from Nigeria?

Apply for your Norway visa via VFS Global Abuja/Lagos (Norwegian Embassy via Cairo). An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 3+ months beyond stay.