Norway Visa RequirementsFor Tunisia passport holders
Tunisian citizens need a Schengen visa to visit Norway. The fee is EUR 90 (~$98 USD) and the visa allows up to 90 days in the Schengen Area.
Tunisia passport holders require a visa to enter Norway.
Apply for a Schengen visa at the Norwegian Embassy or Consulate in Tunis, or through the Norwegian visa application center (VFS Global in Tunis). The fee is EUR 90 (~$98 USD). Required documents include: completed Schengen visa application form, recent passport photos, travel insurance (minimum EUR 30,000), flight reservation, hotel accommodation, proof of employment or income, bank statements (last 3-6 months), and your Tunisian passport. Processing takes 15 calendar days. Apply at least 4-6 weeks before travel. The Schengen visa issued for Norway is valid in all 27 Schengen countries.
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 Tunisian Passport
Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond planned departure from Schengen Area; at least 2 blank pages
Completed Schengen Visa Application Form
Available from VFS Global or Norwegian Embassy in Tunis
Recent Passport Photos
Two recent color passport photos meeting Schengen specifications
Travel Insurance
Minimum EUR 30,000 medical coverage valid in all Schengen countries
Flight Reservation
Return flight bookings or confirmed reservation
Hotel/Accommodation Bookings
Confirmed accommodation throughout stay in Norway
Proof of Employment/Income
Employment letter, payslips, or proof of business/income in Tunisia
Bank Statements
Last 3-6 months showing sufficient funds
Visa Fee
EUR 90 (~$98 USD) payable at VFS Global visa application center
Current Travel Situation
Tunisia to Norway: What You Need to Know
Norway is a Schengen member, so Tunisian passport holders require a Schengen visa for entry. Norway is not an EU member but participates fully in the Schengen Area. Norway is known for its dramatic fjords (Sognefjord, Geirangerfjord , both UNESCO listed), the Northern Lights in winter, the midnight sun in summer, Norwegian salmon, Viking heritage, and Oslo as a cosmopolitan capital. Tunisia and Norway maintain diplomatic relations; there is a Tunisian community in Norway. Norway is one of the wealthiest countries in the world by per capita income, powered by its North Sea oil wealth and the Government Pension Fund Global.
How to Get There
Norway is expensive even by European standards — Oslo consistently ranks among Europe's most costly cities. If budget is a concern, Sweden (Stockholm) and Denmark (Copenhagen) are accessible from Oslo by train and offer comparable Nordic experiences at slightly lower costs. The Norwegian fjords are primarily visited via Bergen (accessible by the Flam railway — one of the world's steepest scenic rail journeys), Flam, or cruising.
Money & Banking
Norway uses the Norwegian krone (NOK), not the euro. The krone trades at approximately 10-11 NOK per USD. Norway is very expensive: budget travelers should plan EUR 100-150+/day minimum. Card payments are universal throughout Norway — cash is rarely needed. Oslo city center accommodation runs EUR 100-200+/night. Budget alternatives include hostels (EUR 40-70/night) and fjord camping in summer.
Practical Tips
The best time to visit Norway depends on what you want: June-August for the midnight sun, hiking, and fjord cruises (but also the most crowded and expensive); December-February for Northern Lights viewing in northern Norway (Tromso is the base for aurora trips). The Oslo-Bergen railway is one of the most scenic train journeys in Europe. Norway uses Type F (Europlug) outlets , same as continental Europe. Emergency number throughout Norway is 112.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Tunisian citizens need a visa for Norway?
Yes. Tunisian passport holders need a Schengen visa to visit Norway. Apply at the Norwegian Embassy in Tunis or through VFS Global. The fee is EUR 90 (~$98 USD).
Is Norway in the EU?
Norway is not an EU member but is part of the Schengen Area. A Schengen visa for Norway is valid in all 27 Schengen countries, and Norway uses its own currency (Norwegian krone), not the euro.
When is the best time to see the Northern Lights in Norway?
The Northern Lights are visible in northern Norway (Tromso, Lofoten Islands) from late September to late March, with the peak period being December-February during the long dark nights. Clear skies are essential , weather in northern Norway is unpredictable.