Norway Visa RequirementsFor Latvia passport holders
Latvian citizens travel to Norway visa-free. Norway is Schengen. EEA freedom of movement applies.
Great news! Latvia passport holders can enter Norway without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No visa required. Latvian passport or ID card accepted.
Norway is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
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Latvia to Norway: What You Need to Know
Norway is Schengen and EEA but not an EU member. Latvian citizens travel freely within Schengen and may live and work in Norway under EEA agreements.
Latvian workers in Norway: Norway hosts a significant number of Latvian workers, particularly in construction, maritime, and fisheries sectors.
How to Get There
Direct flights from Riga (RIX) to Oslo (OSL) with Norwegian Air, Wideroe, and airBaltic. Flight time approximately 2 hours.
Money & Banking
Norway uses the Norwegian Krone (NOK). Cards universally accepted. Extremely expensive by Baltic standards.
Practical Tips
The Norwegian fjords (Sognefjord, Hardangerfjord, Geirangerfjord), Oslo (Vigeland Sculpture Park, Norwegian National Museum), Bergen (Bryggen UNESCO, Fløibanen funicular), and Tromso (Northern Lights) are major destinations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Latvian citizens need a visa to visit Norway?
No. Norway is a Schengen member (though not EU). Latvian EU/Schengen citizens travel without visa or border controls.
Is there a significant Latvian worker community in Norway?
Yes. Norway hosts a significant number of Latvian workers, particularly in construction, maritime, and fish processing industries. Norway-Latvia bilateral labor relations have been important since EU accession.
How do I get from Riga to Oslo?
Direct flights from Riga (RIX) to Oslo (OSL) with Norwegian Air and Wideroe, and with airBaltic. Flight time approximately 2 hours.
What is a fjord cruise and how do I experience one?
A fjord cruise travels through Norway's dramatic glacier-carved inlets. The most famous are the Sognefjord (Norway's longest and deepest), Hardangerfjord, and Geirangerfjord (UNESCO). Day cruises operate from Bergen and Flam. The Norway in a Nutshell tour is a popular all-in-one day trip combining the fjord with mountain railway.
What currency does Norway use?
Norway uses the Norwegian Krone (NOK). Cards are universally accepted. Norway is highly cashless.
Is Norway worth the high cost?
Yes. The fjord landscapes, the Northern Lights, the midnight sun, the dramatic Lofoten Islands, and the quality of outdoor experiences are world-class and justify the expense for most travelers.