Basic Travel Requirements for Laotians visiting
Norway
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Norwegian Visa.
- A Laotian passport which will be valid for a duration of 6 months after exiting from the country.
- Two passport-sized photographs taken with a white background. The photograph must be at least 3 months old from the time of application.
- Original bank statement for the last three months prior to the date of application for the visa to show proof of financial status.
- Valid travel insurance amounting to €30,000 for medical insurance in case of emergency or accident while in the country.
- Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.
- A return flight ticket must be provided.
- Copy of travel itinerary showing your entry and exit dates and duration of stay in the country.
- A cover letter that explains the purpose of your visit to Norway.
- Marriage certificate or children’s birth certificate to show proof of civil status.
Norway Visa for Laotians
Facts about Norway
Norway is a Scandinavian country encompassing mountains, glaciers and deep coastal fjords. Oslo, the capital, is a city of green spaces and museums. Preserved 9th-century Viking ships are displayed at Oslo’s Viking Ship Museum. Bergen, with colorful wooden houses, is the starting point for cruises to the dramatic Sognefjord. Norway is also known for fishing, hiking and skiing, notably at Lillehammer’s Olympic resort.
Types of Norway Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 15 Days | 90 Days |
| Business visa | 15 Days | 90 days |
| Student visa | 15-30 Days | More than 90 days |
General Requirements for Norway Visa
- A Laotian passport which will be valid for a duration of 6 months after exiting from the country.
- Two passport-sized photographs taken with a white background. The photograph must be at least 3 months old from the time of application.
- Original bank statement for the last three months prior to the date of application for the visa to show proof of financial status.
- Valid travel insurance amounting to €30,000 for medical insurance in case of emergency or accident while in the country.
- Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.
- A return flight ticket must be provided.
- Copy of travel itinerary showing your entry and exit dates and duration of stay in the country.
- A cover letter that explains the purpose of your visit to Norway.
- Marriage certificate or children’s birth certificate to show proof of civil status.
Norway Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
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- The Norwegian tourist visa is also known as a visitor visa. It is a visa issued to foreigners visiting Norway for sight-seeing, tourism, and visitation.
- Laotians who intend to visiting Norway for leisure, to visit friends or
relative and other recreational purposes can apply for this visa. - A
fully filled and signed tourist visa application form is required. - Two
recent passport-sized photographs 35mmX45mm in size must be provided. - Passport
or travel documents valid for at least three months after the
expiration of your visa and blank pages for visa stickers. - Proof
of the nationality of the home country you belong to. - An
invitation letter from a host in Norway, the letter must state the
purpose of your trip to Norway. - Proof
of return or onward tickets after the expiry of your stay in the
Schengen area. - Travel
medical insurance valid for the period of your stay in the Schengen
area. - Bank
statements for the last three months to prove that you are
financially capable to cover expenses that you may incur while in
the country. - Proof
of accommodation or hotel reservations. - Applicants
who wish to stay with a friend or relative in Norway must submit a
letter stating that the family is capable of hosting them. The letter must be notarized by the relevant authorities in the Schengen country. - If
the applicant is a minor traveling alone, a written consent of the parents or legal guardian is required. The letter must be signed by both parents.
Norway Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
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- The
Norwegian business visa is issued to foreign citizens who intend to enter Norway for business purposes. - You
need to fill the visa application form accurately and completely
then sign it before submitting it. - A
passport valid for a duration of three months after exiting Norway is required, the passport must have two blank pages for stamps. - Two
recently taken passport-sized photographs, taken with a white background and showing your whole face is required. - proof
of medical insurance with a minimum coverage of €30,000 to cover
for any medical emergencies for the entire duration of your stay in
Norway. - Recent
bank statements to show that you are financially capable to fund your entire duration of stay in Norway. - An
invitation letter from a business partner in Norway. The letter must
state your full name, passport number, entry and exit dates in
Norway, the relationship between your company and the Norwegian company and the purpose of your visit to Norway. - Proof
of previous business dealing between the two companies. Bills of lading or custom clearance documents can be used as proof. - Proof
of the round trip ticket to show that you have the intention to leave
Norway after the expiry of your visa. - Proof
of hotel reservations or accommodation in Norway. - If
you are self-employed, a copy of your business license, your
company’s bank account statements of the last six months, as well as
an Income Tax return must be submitted.
Norway Student Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
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- The Norwegian student visa is a visa issued to foreigners who intend to study in Norway.
- Laotians
who have been offered admission into a learning institution in
Norway for a course or an internship can apply for this visa. - A
fully completed and signed Norway student visa application form is required. - Proof
of paid student visa application form worth NOK 5300. - A
passport valid for a duration of three months after exiting Norway
is required, the passport must have two blank pages for stamps. - Two
recently taken passport-sized photographs with a white background
and
35mmX45mm in size. - Proof
of admission to an accredited learning institution in Norway. The letter should state your course of study and the duration of study. - Proof of paid tuition fee.
- Proof
of accommodation in the Schengen country. - Evidence
of sufficient funds for your entire duration of study, Applicants need to prove that they have a sum of NOK 116,369 for each academic year equivalent to 10 months. - The
money should be deposited in a Norwegian bank account and the
applicant needs a Norwegian personal number to open a bank account in
Norway. This rule is a rule laid down by the Norwegian Directorate of immigration. - A
return ticket to prove that you will leave Norway after the expiry of your visa. - A
completed and signed UDI document checklist.
Norway Visa Fees
Tourist visa
610.00 (NOK)
Business visa
610.00 (NOK)
Student visa
5300.00 (NOK)
Norway Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Laos
Vientiane
Laos Norwegian Church Aid, 338 Donpamai Road Thaphalanxay Village, Unit 19 Sisattanak District P.O. Box 4804 Vientiane, Laos
–
henrik.schmith@nca.no
(+856) 21-354 019 / 20