Norway — the fjords, Northern Lights, Oslo, Bergen, Tromsø — is a bucket-list Schengen destination. Norway has a strong bilateral relationship with Uganda through development cooperation (NORAD), and the Norwegian Embassy is in Kampala. Total cost approximately UGX 522,000. Note: Norway is expensive — budget higher than other Schengen destinations.
Key Warnings
Schengen travel insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 medical) is mandatory.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from all Ugandan travellers.
Norway is one of the world's most expensive countries — show substantially higher funds than the EUR 100/day minimum (EUR 200–500/day is more realistic for Norway).
Insider Tips
Norway has deep ties to Uganda through NORAD development programmes — Ugandan professionals in NGO, health, or education sectors sometimes have Norwegian institutional contacts that can provide invitation letters, strengthening the application.
Northern Lights (aurora borealis) are best seen November–February; fjords and midnight sun are best June–August. Plan your application timing accordingly.
Norway Schengen covers Sweden, Denmark, and Finland too — ideal for a Scandinavian multi-country trip on one visa.
Step-by-Step Guide
Get yellow fever vaccination (if not vaccinated)
Visit UVRI Entebbe or Mulago Hospital. Yellow card activates 10 days after vaccination.
Purchase Schengen travel insurance
Buy insurance covering all Schengen countries, minimum EUR 30,000 medical coverage.
Complete the Schengen application form
Download Norway's Schengen form and fill in completely.
Gather all documents
Bank statements, employment letter, flight itinerary, hotel bookings, 2 passport photos, insurance certificate, yellow fever card.
Book VFS Global Kampala appointment
Go to vfsglobal.com/norway/uganda and book your appointment.
Attend appointment and submit
Pay EUR 90 visa fee + VFS service fee. Biometrics collected. Application forwarded to Norwegian Embassy Kampala.
Wait for decision (5–15 working days)
Norwegian Embassy processes the application. Collect from VFS once notified.
Required Documents
Valid Ugandan passport (3+ months beyond return date)Valid for at least 3 months beyond your return date. At least 2 blank pages.
Completed Schengen visa application formNorway's Schengen form — download from the Norwegian Embassy website or collect at VFS Kampala.
Two recent passport photos (35×45mm, white background)Biometric ICAO standard, taken within 6 months.
Schengen travel insurance — MANDATORY (min EUR 30,000)Must cover all 27 Schengen countries for the full trip duration. Minimum EUR 30,000 medical coverage.
Confirmed return flight itineraryShowing entry and exit from the Schengen Area.
Accommodation proof for full stayHotel bookings or invitation letter from a host in Norway.
Bank statements (last 3–6 months)Demonstrates sufficient funds — Norway is expensive; show strong balance, especially EUR 200–500 per day.
Employment letter on company letterheadConfirms position, salary, approved leave, and employment continuity on return.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate — MANDATORYRequired from all Ugandan travellers to Schengen Area countries. Carry the original ICVP/yellow card.
Recommended (Optional)
Property or land ownership in Uganda
Previous Schengen, UK, or US visa history
Health Requirements
⚠️ Yellow Fever Certificate required. All Schengen countries require yellow fever certificate from Ugandan travellers. Carry the original ICVP/yellow card. Get vaccinated at UVRI Entebbe or Mulago Hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Ugandans need a visa for Norway?
Yes. Ugandan passport holders require a Schengen C visa for Norway. Apply at VFS Global Kampala (submissions forwarded to Norwegian Embassy Kampala). Visa fee EUR 90 (~UGX 392,000) + VFS service fee (~UGX 130,000). Yellow fever certificate and Schengen travel insurance mandatory.
Is Norway in the EU? Is it different from other Schengen countries?
Norway is NOT in the EU but IS in the Schengen Area. For visa purposes, this means the same Schengen C visa rules apply — EUR 90 fee, same documents, same 90-days-in-180 rule. A Norway Schengen visa lets you travel to all 27 Schengen countries including Germany, France, Italy, and Spain.