Norwegian visa for Swedish citizens
A visa is NOT required for Swedish passport holders visiting Norway for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Swedish citizens to enter Norway for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Norway e-visa for Swedish citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Norway visa on arrival for Swedish citizens | Not Available | |
Norway tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Swedish passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Norway.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Norway.
If you are looking for Norway visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Sweden, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Norway nearest your place of residence.
- Tallinn: The Embassy of in Tallinn, ~ 349.83 kilometers (217.38 mi) away from Stockholm, Sweden. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 47 minutes).
- Helsingor: The Honorary Consulate of in Helsingor, ~ 576.61 kilometers (358.29 mi) away from Stockholm, Sweden. (Working hours: Close now).
Norway visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Norway diplomatic mission offices to Sweden for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sweden traveling to Norway from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sweden) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 998,561 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,071,373 | 7.29% |
| 2010 | 1,008,962 | -5.83% |
| 2011 | 1,060,971 | 5.15% |
| 2012 | 998,561 | -5.88% |
| 2013 | 1,050,569 | 5.21% |
| 2014 | 1,040,168 | -0.99% |
| 2015 | 1,097,231 | 5.49% |
| 2016 | 1,108,203 | 1.00% |
| 2017 | 1,064,314 | -3.96% |
| 2018 | 1,042,369 | -2.06% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Norway & Sweden comparison
Norway's area is approximately 365,268 km2 (141,030 sq mi), while the area of Sweden is approximately 410,340 km2 (158,433 sq mi). This means Sweden is 12.34% larger than Norway.
As of October 2025, Norway's population is ~5.6 million people - 4,782,011 fewer people than the population of Sweden.
We have highlighted Norway & Sweden’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Norway | Sweden | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,635,380 | 10,417,391 | 4.8 million fewer people live in Norway than Sweden |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 99 | 118 | Norway has 19 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sweden. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 143 | 145 | Norway passport holders visit 2 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 209 | 222 | Norwegian hosts 13 fewer foreign missions than Sweden. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sweden travel to Norway in one year?
The number of visitors from Sweden visiting Norway in 2018 was approximately 1,042,369.
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