Norwegian visa for U.S. citizens
A visa is NOT required for U.S. passport holders visiting Norway for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For U.S. citizens to enter Norway for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Norway e-visa for U.S. citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Norway visa on arrival for U.S. citizens | Not Available | |
Norway tourist visa requirements:
- Holding U.S. 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 United States, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Norway nearest your place of residence.
- Toronto: The Honorary Consulate of in Toronto, ~ 564.82 kilometers (350.96 mi) away from Washington D.C., United States. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 17 minutes).
- Ottawa: The Embassy of in Ottawa, ~ 732.54 kilometers (455.18 mi) away from Washington D.C., United States. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 17 minutes).
Norway visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Norway diplomatic mission offices to United States for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United States traveling to Norway from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United States) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 416,789 | N/A |
| 2009 | 408,283 | -2.04% |
| 2010 | 446,559 | 9.37% |
| 2011 | 442,306 | -0.95% |
| 2012 | 408,283 | -7.69% |
| 2013 | 404,030 | -1.04% |
| 2014 | 397,801 | -1.54% |
| 2015 | 425,295 | 6.91% |
| 2016 | 416,789 | -2.00% |
| 2017 | 442,306 | 6.12% |
| 2018 | 404,030 | -8.65% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Norway & United States comparison
Norway's area is approximately 365,268 km2 (141,030 sq mi), while the area of United States is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi). This means United States is 25.04 times bigger than Norway.
As of November 2025, Norway's population is ~5.6 million people - 335,131,849 fewer people than the population of United States.
We have highlighted Norway & United States’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Norway | United States | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,635,380 | 340,767,229 | 335.1 million fewer people live in Norway than United States |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 99 | 273 | Norway has 174 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United States. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 143 | 134 | Norway passport holders can visit 9 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 209 | 1147 | Norwegian hosts 938 fewer foreign missions than United States. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United States travel to Norway in one year?
The number of visitors from United States visiting Norway in 2018 was approximately 404,030.
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- Travel time: 18 hours 22 minutes
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