Chinese Visa Policy and Requirements for Citizens of Norway (mainland)

1. China’s Visa-Free Policy for Norwegians

• Valid Period: November 8, 2024 – December 31, 2025 (extendable).
• Stay Duration: Up to 30 days for tourism, business, 探亲，or transit (extended from 15 days on November 30, 2024).
• Requirements:
  • Passport valid ≥6 months.
  • Return flight itinerary.
  • Accommodation proof.
  • Sufficient funds (e.g., bank statements).

2. China Visa Types (Non-Visa-Free)

• Tourism (L) / Business (M): Passport, application form, photos, itinerary, invitation (for M).
• Work (Z) / Study (X): Employment/study documents + invitation.
• Processing: Apply online (https://cova.mfa.gov.cn) → submit to Chinese Embassy in Oslo.

3. Norwegian Visa for Chinese Citizens

• Schengen Visa: Covers Norway (≤90 days in 6 months).
  • Documents: Passport, photos, travel insurance (€30k+), hotel bookings, bank statements.
• Long-Term Visas: Apply via https://www.udi.no with sponsorship.

4. Chinese Embassy in Norway (Oslo)

• Address: Tuengen Alle 2B, 0244 Oslo.
• Contact: +47-2249 3800 | http://no.china-embassy.gov.cn.
• Hours: Visa submission: Mon–Fri 9:00–12:00 (appointment required).

5. Norwegian Embassy in China (Beijing)

• Address: Tower B, Kunsha Building, 16 Xinyuanli, Chaoyang District.
• Contact: +86-10-8531 9600 | https://www.norway.org.cn.
• Hours: Visa submission: Mon–Fri 9:00–12:00 (online appointment).

6. Transit Visa-Free Rules

• 24/72/144 Hours: Available at designated airports/ports (check city-specific limits).

7. Key Tips

• Passport validity: ≥6 months.
• Schengen insurance: Mandatory (€30k+ coverage).
• Customs: Declare cash over 25,000 NOK.

8. Official Links

• China Visa (Norway): http://no.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/lsfw/qz/.
• Norway Visa (China): https://www.norway.org.cn/zh/visas/.