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Do Nigeria citizens need a visa for Norway?

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Nigeria citizens need a visa to enter Norway. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Nigeria vs Norway: passport comparison

Nigeria

26

visa-free countries

Global rank: #181 · mobility 70.5

Norway

122

visa-free countries

Global rank: #15 · mobility 170.7
11

countries both Nigeria and Norway can enter visa-free together

Nigeria + Norway: passport compatibility

23%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Nigeria and Norway travel together — by entry type:

11 both visa-free
11 both visa on arrival
13 both e-visa / eTA
10 both need a visa
152 access differs

Where Nigeria and Norway can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (11)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Barbados 90 days #48
Cape Verde 30 days #136
Dominica 180 days #70
Fiji 120 days #103
Gambia 90 days #132
Haiti 90 days #175
Kiribati 90 days #84
Micronesia 30 days #89
Saint Kitts and Nevis 90 days #54
Seychelles 90 days #58
Vanuatu 120 days #105

Where to apply: Norway has no mission in Nigeria

Guides tell you a visa is required but never warn that there is nowhere to file it — the mission simply does not exist in your country. We picked the nearest countries that do accept applications and measured the distance.

1
Ghana 1,074 km
Applications accepted in: Accra
2
Algeria 2,232 km
Applications accepted in: Algiers
3
Egypt 3,050 km
Applications accepted in: Cairo

Distances are measured between country centroids — a rough guide, not a route. Before you travel, confirm with the chosen consulate that it accepts applicants resident elsewhere: many operate a consular district, and out-of-district applications are not always accepted, often with a longer queue.

Your odds of getting the visa: Nigeria → Norway

Visa guides tell you whether a visa is required. This block answers the second question — will you get it. Figures come from the European Commission's official 2025 statistics, broken down per country pair.

46,9%
of Schengen visa applications refused in Nigeria
+32,4 pp above the Schengen average (14.5%) — refused more often than average
113,359applications filed
57,061visas issued
53,196refusals
#8strictest of 118 countries

The Commission counts applications by where they were filed — at consulates located in Nigeria — rather than by the applicant's nationality. For most countries these nearly coincide, but applications filed there by other nationals are included too. 2025 data. Source: European Commission, DG HOME

Norway: good to know

Oslo

Capital

Norwegian Krone (NOK)

Currency

Central European Time (UTC+1)

Time zone

+47

Calling code

C, F

Power plug

230V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

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Documents you'll usually need for Norway

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Nigeria citizens need a visa for Norway?
Nigeria citizens need a visa to enter Norway. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Nigeria or Norway?
The Norway passport is stronger: 122 visa-free countries versus 26. Global rank: Nigeria #181, Norway #15.
Where can Nigeria and Norway citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 11 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Norway?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Nigeria and Norway?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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