The Vietnamese government waived 15 days visa requirements for travelers coming from certain countries, including Norway. However, Vietnam introduced a new rule requiring those travelers to have a visa upon re-entry to the country within 30 days of their last departure. The government's intent is to control foreigners who come and go repeatedly within a short period of time in an attempt to work in Vietnam illegally.

There are two simple ways in which a Norwegian citizen can obtain Visa to Vietnam. He can either contact the Embassy of Vietnam in Norway or apply for Visa on Arrival. Vietnam has its embassies and diplomatic missions in different parts of the world, including Norway. 

• Apply through the embassy

Vietnam has its embassies in about 70 countries across the world, including Norway. The Embassy of Vietnam in Norway is located at:

St. Olavs Gate 21C, 0165 

Does Norwegian Citizens Need Visa for Entering Vietnam or Not?

Norwegian citizens are entitled to Visa exemption in Vietnam for a period of 15 days. However, if you are a Norwegian citizen and wish to stay in Vietnam for a period of more than 15 days, you will have to obtain Visa. There are two simple ways in which you can obtain Visa to Vietnam. You can either contact the Embassy of Vietnam in Norway or apply for Visa on Arrival. Vietnam has its embassies in about 70 countries across the world, including Norway. 

At the embassy, you will be required to fill the Visa application form. Along with this form, you will have to submit one recent passport sized photograph, one self-addressed envelope and your original passport. Besides submitting these documents, you will have to pay the Visa fees. The Visa fees can be paid in favor of the Embassy of Vietnam by way of money order or cashier’s check.