Norway Visa RequirementsFor Malta passport holders
Norway is a Schengen member via EEA. Malta passport holders travel freely to Norway with no visa or border formalities.
Great news! Malta passport holders can enter Norway without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No visa required. Malta passport or national ID card sufficient for Schengen travel. Norway uses the Norwegian krone (NOK), not the euro.
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
Required Documents
Valid Malta Passport or National ID
Norway is Schengen. ID card may be accepted but passport preferred.
Current Travel Situation
Malta to Norway: What You Need to Know
Norway is a Scandinavian kingdom of 5.5 million people and a Schengen member via EEA/EFTA membership. Norway and Malta represent geographic extremes of Europe: Norway extends to 71 degrees north, Malta sits at 36 degrees north. This contrast attracts Maltese travelers seeking the ultimate Northern European nature experience: the fjords, the Northern Lights, and the midnight sun. Norway is one of the world's wealthiest countries, with a sovereign wealth fund exceeding 1.7 trillion USD from North Sea oil revenues. Oslo is a compact, design-forward capital with world-class museums.
How to Get There
Oslo is about 3.5-4 hours by direct or one-stop flight from Malta. SAS, Norwegian, and Ryanair serve the route. Bergen also has direct connections from major European airports.
Money & Banking
Norway uses the krone (NOK). Norway is one of Europe's most expensive destinations: a pub meal NOK 180-300 (EUR 15-28), hotel rooms NOK 1,200-2,500/night. Supermarkets (Kiwi, Rema 1000, Coop) offer the best value for food. Many of Norway's greatest natural attractions (fjord viewpoints, hiking) are free.
Practical Tips
Oslo: the Viking Ship Museum on Bygdoy (extraordinary 9th-century ships buried with their owners), the Munch Museum (including digital reproductions of The Scream), the Norwegian National Museum (reopened 2022, world's largest collection of Norwegian art), Vigeland Sculpture Park (free, 212 sculptures by Gustav Vigeland). Bergen: the Bryggen Hanseatic wharf (UNESCO), the Floyen mountain funicular (stunning fjord and city views), and the Fish Market. The Fjords: Sognefjord (Norway's longest, 204km, branching into the UNESCO Naeroyfjord), Geirangerfjord (UNESCO, Seven Sisters waterfall), and the Trollfjord.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Malta citizens need a visa for Norway?
No. Norway is a Schengen member via EEA. Malta citizens travel visa-free with no border formalities.
What are Norway's fjords?
Norway's fjords are long, narrow sea inlets carved by glaciers during the last ice age, with dramatic cliff walls rising hundreds of meters on both sides. The two most famous are Sognefjord (the world's second-longest fjord, 204km, 1,308m deep, branches into the UNESCO-listed Naeroyfjord) and Geirangerfjord (UNESCO, 15km long, with waterfalls including the Seven Sisters and the Suitor).
How do I experience the Norwegian fjords?
From Bergen: take the Norway in a Nutshell day tour (combines the Bergen Railway to Myrdal, the Flamsbana scenic railway to Flam, a fjord cruise on the Naeroyfjord to Gudvangen, and a bus to Voss). For more time, rent a car and drive at your own pace through Hardangerfjord and Sognefjord. Cruise ships offer a passive overview but miss the authentic experience.
What is the Northern Lights capital of Norway?
Tromsø (Arctic Norway, 69 degrees north) is the premier Northern Lights destination, offering the best combination of accessibility (good airport with direct European flights), Northern Lights season (October to March), and activities (guided chases, Sami cultural experiences, dog sledding). Alta and Svolvaer (Lofoten) are alternatives.
What is salmon and why is Norway famous for it?
Norway is the world's largest producer of farmed Atlantic salmon, producing approximately 1.4 million tonnes annually. Norwegian salmon (laks) is ubiquitous globally in sushi restaurants and supermarkets. Wild salmon from Norwegian rivers is even more prized. A traditional Norwegian breakfast or lunch features gravlaks (dill-cured raw salmon) on rye bread with mustard sauce.
Is the Bergen Railway worth taking?
Yes. The Bergen Railway (Bergensbanen, Oslo to Bergen, 496km, 6.5 hours) is one of the world's most scenic rail journeys, crossing the Hardangervidda plateau at 1,222m and passing through dramatic alpine terrain. The full journey is best done Oslo to Bergen (or reverse) with stops in Flam (Flamsbana side trip) and Voss. Book a window seat in advance.