✓Verified against manual check · 5 May 2026
Document Checklist
11 required · 3 recommended✓
Valid Passport
Minimum 6 months validity beyond travel dates. Issued within last 10 years. At least 2 blank visa pages. Include all previous passports if any.
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Visa Application Form
Completed and signed Schengen visa application form. Available from the embassy website or VFS Global. Black ink, no corrections.
REQ.
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2 Passport Photos
35×45mm, white background, printed, taken within last 6 months. No glasses. Matte finish. Must meet ICAO photo standards.
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Cover Letter
Addressed to visa officer. States purpose of visit, planned itinerary, travel dates, and confirmed intent to return to India before visa expiry.
REQ.
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Flight Itinerary
Confirmed or provisional round-trip booking showing entry into and exit from the Schengen Area. Full name, dates, and flight numbers required.
REQ.
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Hotel Bookings (all nights)
Confirmed accommodation for the entire stay. Name, address, and confirmation number for each night. Refundable bookings accepted. If staying with family or friends, provide a signed invitation letter from host with their ID.
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Travel Insurance
Minimum €30,000 coverage for medical emergencies and repatriation. Must cover the entire Schengen Area and all travel dates. Policy from a recognised Indian insurer (Bajaj Allianz, HDFC Ergo, Tata AIG, etc.).
REQ.
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Bank Statement (3-6 months)
Last 3–6 months personal bank statements, bank-stamped and signed. Minimum recommended balance of approximately €50–60 per day of stay. No recent large unexplained deposits.
REQ.
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ITR (2 years)
Income Tax Return acknowledgement for last 2 financial years, or Form 16. Demonstrates financial stability and tax compliance in India.
REQ.
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Salary Slips (3 months)
Last 3 months salary slips on company letterhead. For salaried employees only. Self-employed applicants: CA-certified audited accounts or business financials instead.
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Employment Letter / NOC
Letter from employer on company letterhead confirming designation, salary, employment dates, and approved leave for travel dates. Includes No Objection Certificate. Self-employed: business registration certificate. Students: enrollment certificate and NOC from institution. Retired: latest pension statement.
REQ.
Recommended
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Detailed day-wise plan showing cities to visit, key activities, and accommodation for each night. Must be consistent with hotel bookings.
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Leave Approval Letter
Formal leave approval from employer covering all travel dates. Required for salaried applicants alongside the Employment Letter.
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Property / Ownership Proof
Property ownership documents, rent agreement, or similar. Demonstrates strong ties to India and intent to return before visa expiry. Particularly important for first-time Schengen applicants.
Important Notes
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Indian passport holders must select their citizenship on the UDI website to confirm visa requirements
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Visitor visa is valid for entry to all Schengen countries
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Some passport holders (diplomatic, service, or special passport holders) may be exempt from visa requirement
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Holders of valid residence permits in Schengen countries may not need a visitor visa
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Schengen Area Country
Norway is a Schengen member. Your Type C visa covers all 29 Schengen states — travel freely across the zone on a single application.
90 days max · 180-day windowHow Schengen visas work for Indians →
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Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI) · Verified 2026-05-05
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