Norway Visa Requirements

Select your passport above to see entry requirements for Norway.

🇧🇼 For a Botswana passport

With a Botswana passport, Norway requires a visa arranged in advance through an embassy or consulate — this is not something you can sort out on arrival or online, so plan ahead.

You're allowed to stay for 90 days within any 180-day period. Processing typically takes Up to 15 calendar days (apply at least 4 weeks before travel).

The official fee is €90.

One more thing worth knowing: Botswana citizens must apply for a Schengen short-stay (visitor's) visa before travelling to Norway; it is valid for all Schengen states..

This falls under our Europe guides.

Frequently asked questions

How long before my trip should I start the Norway visa process?

Start as early as possible — embassy and consulate visa processing for Norway is not something that can be rushed reliably, and required documents (invitation letters, proof of accommodation, financial statements) can take time to gather. Leaving this until close to your travel date is the single most common cause of missed trips.

Can I get a Norway visa faster if my trip is an emergency?

Some embassies offer expedited or urgent processing for a higher fee, but this isn't universal and isn't guaranteed even when offered. Contact Norway's embassy or consulate directly and ask specifically about emergency processing — don't assume it exists or rely on a third-party site's claim that it does.

Is the information on this page guaranteed to be accurate?

We check what we publish against official sources where we can, and clearly flag anything still pending verification. Even so, visa rules change — sometimes with very little notice — so please treat this page as a strong starting point, not a final word, and confirm directly with the official source linked above before you book or fly.

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Before you travel — checklist

Check your passport has enough remaining validity for your trip to Norway — many countries require at least 6 months beyond your travel dates, even for visa-free entry.
Start your visa application process well before your travel date — don't leave this until the last few days.
Budget for the entry fee (€90) and check whether it needs to be paid in a specific currency or method.
Note this specific requirement for Norway: Botswana citizens must apply for a Schengen short-stay (visitor's) visa before travelling to Norway; it is valid for all Schengen states..
Check whether Norway requires proof of onward or return travel — some border officers ask for this even when it isn't formally listed as a requirement.
Consider travel insurance that covers your trip to Norway, particularly if any medical or emergency evacuation coverage is required or advisable for the region.