How much is the Norway student visa fee if I am 18 or older?
The Norway study permit fee for applicants aged 18 or older is NOK 5,400 at present. For applicants under 18, the fee is NOK 2,700. The visa fee is separate from tuition, living expenses and any service charges, so check the latest fee before applying.
If you are 18 or older, the Norway study permit fee is NOK 5,400 (approx INR 54,432) at present. Applicants under 18 pay NOK 2,700 (approx INR 27,216). A separate service fee of EUR 20 (approx INR 2,185) per applicant applies at the application centre in India.
Norway student visa cost components
| Cost component | Approximate amount |
|---|---|
| Study permit, applicant 18 or older | NOK 5,400 (approx INR 54,432) |
| Study permit, applicant under 18 | NOK 2,700 (approx INR 27,216) |
| Application centre service fee in India | EUR 20 (approx INR 2,185) per applicant |
| Tuition, public universities (indicative; no official fixed range) | NOK 80,000 to 250,000 (approx INR 8.06 to 25.20 L) |
| Tuition, private universities (indicative; no official fixed range) | NOK 100,000 to 300,000 (approx INR 10.08 to 30.24 L) |
| Living funds | NOK 170,368 (approx INR 17.17 L) per year |
What the fee does and does not cover
The visa fee is separate from tuition, living expenses and any service charges. In India, applications and passports for Norwegian residence permits are received through an application centre that charges its own service fee.
My Advice
Budget for the permit fee, the service fee and your funds proof together instead of treating them as one cost. Fees and service charges can change, so confirm the latest amounts on the official UDI and Norwegian Embassy pages before you pay.
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