Norway•EuropeD-Visa — National Visa (D-Visa)
At a Glance
2 weeks – 2 months
Not confirmed
Varies (often free, but may cost same as visitor's visa)
6 months
Not renewable
Renewal
Not renewable
Family
Not specified
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Overview
Entry visa for individuals with approved residence permits to finalize permit collection; no independent work rights, 15-45 day processing.
The D-visa is a national entry permit for individuals who have been granted a residence permit in Norway and need to enter the country to collect their residence card. It serves as a bridge allowing permit holders to finalize their relocation without independent work rights. Issued by Norwegian embassies worldwide.
Valid for up to 6 months. Processing takes 15–45 days depending on whether the application is handled at the embassy or forwarded to UDI. Fees are generally free but may match the standard visitor visa cost. The visa does not grant independent work rights, except when granted for early employment start under the underlying residence permit.
This visa is ideal for individuals with approved residence permits who require an entry document to finalize their immigration status and collect their Norwegian residence card.
Stay & Extensions
| Initial grant | 6 months |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Granted residence permit
Need to enter Norway to collect residence card
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Proof of granted residence permit
Valid passport
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Processing completed in 15 days at embassy or up to 45 days if escalated to UDI
- Visa fee is often free or minimal compared to standard visitor visas
- Straightforward entry process once residence permit is approved
- Dedicated pathway to collect residence card and finalize status
- No additional sponsorship or complex documentation beyond existing permit
- Enables swift transition to long-term residence after approval
- Direct bridge to activate approved residence permit status
Worth Knowing
- No independent right to work in Norway except under D-visa early employment start clause
- Processing can extend to 45 days if application is escalated to UDI
- Valid only for up to 6 months; cannot be extended or renewed
- Requires prior written residence permit approval before application
- Cannot apply without an already-granted residence permit
- Does not provide independent work authorization in Norway
Application Process
Receive residence permit approval
Apply for D-visa at embassy
Enter Norway
Application Forms
| UDI Application Portal | Fill online |
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