A Transit Visa is a type of visa that allows a foreign traveler to pass through a country while traveling to another destination. It is generally used when the traveler needs to enter or pass through a country for a short period before continuing the journey to the final destination.
A transit visa is different from a tourist or business visa because its primary purpose is transit rather than staying in the country for tourism, employment, study, or other long-term activities.
The exact requirements, validity, permitted stay, entry type and fee depend on the country issuing the visa and the nationality of the traveler.
This article mainly focuses on the visa fee structure provided in the reference, including the Transit Visa fee, regular visa categories, country-wise reciprocal fees, special visa fee categories and gratis visa categories.
⭐ Revised Visa Fee Structure
The revised visa fee structure is effective from 01st April, 2024. The fee schedule contains separate columns for the basic visa fee, ICWF charge and the final total fee in NOK.
Main Visa Fee Structure
| S No | Type of Visa | Visa Duration / Entry | Fee (NOK) | ICWF (NOK) | Total (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tourist Visa (T) | Up to 1 year / Single or Multiple Entry | 1060 | 40 | 1100 |
| More than 1 year and up to 5 years / Multiple Entry | 2120 | 40 | 2160 | ||
| 2 | Business Visa (B) | Up to 1 year / Single or Multiple Entry | 1280 | 40 | 1320 |
| More than 1 year and up to 5 years / Multiple Entry | 2650 | 40 | 2690 | ||
| 3 | Entry Visa (X) | Up to 6 months / Single or Multiple Entry | 850 | 40 | 890 |
| More than 6 months and up to 1 year / Multiple Entry | 1280 | 40 | 1320 | ||
| More than 1 year and up to 5 years / Multiple Entry | 2120 | 40 | 2160 | ||
| 4 | Employment (E) & Project (P) Visa | Up to 6 months / Single or Multiple Entry | 1280 | 40 | 1320 |
| More than 6 months and up to 1 year / Multiple Entry | 2120 | 40 | 2160 | ||
| More than 1 year and up to 5 years / Multiple Entry | 3180 | 40 | 3220 | ||
| 5 | Student Visa (S) | Duration of course or 5 years, whichever is less / Multiple Entry | 850 | 40 | 890 |
| 6 | Medical Visa (Med-1) & Medical Attendant Visa (Med-2) | Up to 6 months / Single or Multiple Entry | 850 | 40 | 890 |
| More than 6 months and up to 1 year / Multiple Entry | 1280 | 40 | 1320 | ||
| 7 | Conference/Seminars Visa (C) | Up to 6 months / Single or Multiple Entry | 850 | 40 | 890 |
| 8 | Journalist Visa (J) | Up to 6 months / Single Entry or Double Entry with HOM’s approval | 850 | 40 | 890 |
| 9 | Research Visa (R) | Up to 6 months / Single or Multiple Entry | 850 | 40 | 890 |
| More than 6 months and up to 1 year / Multiple Entry | 1280 | 40 | 1320 | ||
| More than 1 year and up to 5 years / Multiple Entry | 2120 | 40 | 2160 | ||
| 10 | Missionary Visa (M) | Up to 6 months / Single or Multiple Entry | 850 | 40 | 890 |
| More than 6 months and up to 1 year / Multiple Entry | 1280 | 40 | 1320 | ||
| More than 1 year and up to 5 years / Multiple Entry | 2120 | 40 | 2160 | ||
| 11 | Mountaineering Visa (Mx) | Up to 6 months / Single or Multiple Entry | 850 | 40 | 890 |
| More than 6 months and up to 1 year / Multiple Entry | 1280 | 40 | 1320 | ||
| 12 | Intern Visa (I) | Up to 1 year / Multiple Entry | 850 | 40 | 890 |
| 13 | Film Visa (F) | Up to 1 year / Single or Multiple Entry | 1280 | 40 | 1320 |
| 14 | Transit Visa | Up to 15 days / Single or Double Entry | 220 | 40 | 260 |
The reference schedule lists the Transit Visa as NOK 220 visa fee + NOK 40 ICWF, making the total NOK 260 for up to 15 days with single or double entry.
⭐ Transit Visa Fee
Among the visa categories listed in the schedule, the Transit Visa is specifically provided for a period of up to 15 days with single or double entry.
The fee structure is:
| Visa Type | Validity / Entry | Fee (NOK) | ICWF (NOK) | Total (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transit Visa | Up to 15 days / Single Entry | 220 | 40 | 260 |
| Transit Visa | Up to 15 days / Double Entry | 220 | 40 | 260 |
The schedule groups single and double entry together under the Transit Visa category, with a total fee of NOK 260.
This means that the fee shown in the provided schedule is not simply the visa fee alone. The table separately shows the Visa Fee, ICWF and the resulting Total.
⭐ Business Visa Fee for Nationals of Countries on Reciprocal Basis
The provided fee schedule also contains a separate Business Visa fee structure for nationals of specified countries on a reciprocal basis. These fees are different from the general Business Visa fees listed above.
| S No | Country | Business Visa Duration | Visa Fee (NOK) | ICWF (NOK) | Total (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | Up to 1 year | 2280 | 40 | 2320 |
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 3130 | 40 | 3170 | ||
| 2 | Czech Republic | Up to 1 year | 2020 | 40 | 2060 |
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 2860 | 40 | 2900 | ||
| 3 | Ecuador | Up to 1 year | 2550 | 40 | 2590 |
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 3390 | 40 | 3430 | ||
| 4 | France | Up to 1 year | 1750 | 40 | 1790 |
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 2650 | 40 | 2690 | ||
| 5 | Iran | Up to 1 year | 2920 | 40 | 2960 |
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 3760 | 40 | 3800 | ||
| 6 | Ireland | Up to 1 year | 2120 | 40 | 2160 |
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 2970 | 40 | 3010 | ||
| 7 | New Zealand | Up to 1 year | 1380 | 40 | 1420 |
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 2650 | 40 | 2690 | ||
| 8 | Philippines | Up to 1 year | 2330 | 40 | 2370 |
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 3180 | 40 | 3220 | ||
| 9 | Poland | Up to 1 year | 1540 | 40 | 1580 |
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 2650 | 40 | 2690 | ||
| 10 | Saudi Arabia | Up to 1 year | 2280 | 40 | 2320 |
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 3130 | 40 | 3170 | ||
| 11 | Thailand | Up to 1 year | 2120 | 40 | 2160 |
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 2970 | 40 | 3010 | ||
| 12 | U.A.E. | Up to 1 year | 4400 | 40 | 4440 |
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 5240 | 40 | 5280 | ||
| 13 | USA | Up to 1 year | 1490 | 40 | 1530 |
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 2650 | 40 | 2690 |
The reciprocal Business Visa table covers 13 countries and provides separate fees based on the duration of the Business Visa.
⭐ Employment Visa Fee for Nationals of Countries on Reciprocal Basis
The schedule also provides separate Employment Visa fees for nationals of selected countries. The applicable amount depends on the nationality and visa duration.
| S No | Country | Employment Visa Duration | Visa Fee (NOK) | ICWF (NOK) | Total (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | Up to 6 months | 1910 | 40 | 1950 |
| Up to 1 year | 2330 | 40 | 2370 | ||
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 3180 | 40 | 3220 | ||
| 2 | Canada | Up to 6 months | 1590 | 40 | 1630 |
| Up to 1 year | 2120 | 40 | 2160 | ||
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 3180 | 40 | 3220 | ||
| 3 | Denmark | Up to 6 months | 1330 | 40 | 1370 |
| Up to 1 year | 2120 | 40 | 2160 | ||
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 3180 | 40 | 3220 | ||
| 4 | France | Up to 6 months | 1430 | 40 | 1470 |
| Up to 1 year | 2120 | 40 | 2160 | ||
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 3180 | 40 | 3220 | ||
| 5 | Iran | Up to 6 months | 2490 | 40 | 2530 |
| Up to 1 year | 2920 | 40 | 2960 | ||
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 3760 | 40 | 3800 | ||
| 6 | Ireland | Up to 6 months | 1700 | 40 | 1740 |
| Up to 1 year | 2120 | 40 | 2160 | ||
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 3180 | 40 | 3220 | ||
| 7 | Israel | Up to 6 months | 10590 | 40 | 10630 |
| Up to 1 year | 11010 | 40 | 11050 | ||
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 11860 | 40 | 11900 | ||
| 8 | New Zealand | Up to 6 months | 1540 | 40 | 1580 |
| Up to 1 year | 2120 | 40 | 2160 | ||
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 3180 | 40 | 3220 | ||
| 9 | Thailand | Up to 6 months | 1700 | 40 | 1740 |
| Up to 1 year | 2120 | 40 | 2160 | ||
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 3180 | 40 | 3220 | ||
| 10 | U.A.E. | Up to 6 months | 3970 | 40 | 4010 |
| Up to 1 year | 4400 | 40 | 4440 | ||
| More than 1 year up to 5 years | 5240 | 40 | 5280 |
The Employment Visa reciprocal table covers Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Iran, Ireland, Israel, New Zealand, Thailand and the U.A.E.
⭐ Special Visa Fee Categories
Some nationalities have special visa fee arrangements. The provided schedule lists separate rules for Argentina, Japan, Mozambique, Nigeria, Pakistan, Russia, Seychelles, Singapore, Sri Lanka, the UK, Ukraine, Uruguay and the USA.
Argentina
| Type of Visa | Visa Fee | ICWF | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist, Business and Transit Visas | Gratis | Gratis | Gratis |
For all other types of visas, the general visa fee applies.
Japan
| Type of Visa | Visa Fee (NOK) | ICWF (NOK) | Total (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transit Visa | 20 | 40 | 60 |
| All other categories of visas irrespective of duration | 90 | 40 | 130 |
Mozambique
| Type / Duration | Visa Fee (NOK) | ICWF (NOK) | Total (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist Visa – Single Entry | 850 | 40 | 890 |
| Tourist Visa – Single Entry – Urgent | 1590 | 40 | 1630 |
| Tourist Visa – Multiple Entry | 2330 | 40 | 2370 |
| Tourist Visa – Multiple Entry – Urgent | 3180 | 40 | 3220 |
| Business / Employment Visa | Gratis | Gratis | Gratis |
| Other visas except Transit, Student and Medical/Medical Attendant – Up to 6 months | 2330 | 40 | 2370 |
| Up to 6 months – Emergency | 3180 | 40 | 3220 |
| Up to 1 year | 3180 | 40 | 3220 |
| Up to 1 year – Emergency | 3180 | 40 | 3220 |
| Up to 5 years | 3180 | 40 | 3220 |
| Up to 5 years – Emergency | 3180 | 40 | 3220 |
Nigeria
| Type of Visa | Visa Fee (NOK) | ICWF (NOK) | Total (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All types of visas irrespective of duration | 6200 | 40 | 6240 |
Pakistan
| Type of Visa | Visa Fee (NOK) | ICWF (NOK) | Total (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All types of visas (INR 100) | 20 | 40 | 60 |
Russia
| Type of Visa | Visa Fee (NOK) | ICWF (NOK) | Total (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Entry | 430 | 40 | 470 |
| Double Entry | 960 | 40 | 1000 |
| Multiple Entry | 1280 | 40 | 1320 |
| Transfer of Valid Visa | 430 | 40 | 470 |
Seychelles
| Type of Visa | Visa Fee | ICWF | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| All types of visas except Employment/Work Visas | Gratis | Gratis | Gratis |
Singapore
| Type of Visa | Visa Fee (NOK) | ICWF (NOK) | Total (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist Visa / Multiple Entry / Up to 6 months | 270 | 40 | 310 |
For all other types of visas, the general visa fee applies.
⭐ Sri Lanka Visa Fee Structure
The provided schedule contains a detailed fee structure for Sri Lankan nationals covering Transit, Tourist, Entry, Business, Employment and Student Visas.
| Type of Visa | Duration / Entry | Visa Fee (NOK) | ICWF (NOK) | Total (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transit Visa | Up to 15 days / Single or Double Entry | 110 | 40 | 150 |
| Tourist Visa | 30 Days / Double Entry | 160 | 40 | 200 |
| Tourist Visa | 90 Days / Single Entry | 160 | 40 | 200 |
| Tourist Visa | 90 Days / Double Entry | 270 | 40 | 310 |
| Tourist Visa | 6 months / Double or Multiple Entry | 270 | 40 | 310 |
| Entry Visa | Up to 1 year / Multiple Entry | 270 | 40 | 310 |
| Business Visa | 30 Days / Multiple Entry | 270 | 40 | 310 |
| Business Visa | 90 Days / Single Entry | 290 | 40 | 330 |
| Business Visa | 90 Days / Multiple Entry | 430 | 40 | 470 |
| Business Visa | 6 months / Multiple Entry | 850 | 40 | 890 |
| Business Visa | 1 year / Multiple Entry | 850 | 40 | 890 |
| Business Visa | 5 years / Multiple Entry | 1280 | 40 | 1320 |
| Employment Visa | 1 year / Multiple Entry | 1670 | 40 | 1710 |
| Student Visa | 1 year – institutions covered by bilateral agreement | 460 | 40 | 500 |
| Student Visa | More than 1 year – institutions covered by bilateral agreement | 860 | 40 | 900 |
| Student Visa | Institutions not covered by bilateral agreement | 860 | 40 | 900 |
⭐ United Kingdom Visa Fee Structure
The fee schedule also provides a separate set of fees for UK nationals. These cover several categories, including Tourist, Business, Entry, Student, Medical, Research, Employment, Transfer and Transit Visas.
| Type of Visa | Duration / Entry | Visa Fee (NOK) | ICWF (NOK) | Total (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist Visa | Up to 1 year / Single or Multiple Entry | 1720 | 40 | 1760 |
| Tourist Visa | 1 year to 5 years / Multiple Entry | 5130 | 40 | 5170 |
| Business Visa | 1 year / Single or Multiple Entry | 2570 | 40 | 2610 |
| Business Visa | 1 to 5 years / Multiple Entry | 7690 | 40 | 7730 |
| Entry Visa | Up to 1 year / Single or Multiple Entry | 1720 | 40 | 1760 |
| Entry Visa | 1 year to 5 years / Multiple Entry | 5130 | 40 | 5170 |
| Student Visa | Up to 5 years / Multiple Entry | 2430 | 40 | 2470 |
| Medical Visa | Up to 1 year / Multiple Entry | 1370 | 40 | 1410 |
| Research Visa | Up to 3 years or duration of course, whichever is less | 2430 | 40 | 2470 |
| Employment Visa | Up to 6 months | 4870 | 40 | 4910 |
| Employment Visa | Up to 1 year | 5300 | 40 | 5340 |
| Employment Visa | More than 1 year | 6320 | 40 | 6360 |
| Transfer of Visa | — | 1770 | 40 | 1810 |
| Transit Visa | — | 940 | 40 | 980 |
| Business Visa issued same day | Excluding visa fee | 2280 | 40 | 2320 |
| Emergency Visa Charges | — | 950 | 40 | 990 |
The Transit Visa entry in this country-specific section is listed separately at NOK 940 + NOK 40 ICWF = NOK 980.
⭐ Ukraine Visa Fee Structure
The schedule provides the following special fee structure for Ukrainian nationals:
| Type of Visa | Duration / Entry | Visa Fee (NOK) | ICWF (NOK) | Total (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transit Visa | 15 days / Single or Double Entry | 900 | 40 | 940 |
| Tourist Visa | Up to 1 year / Single, Double or Multiple Entry | 1060 | 40 | 1100 |
| Student Visa | Less than 5 years / Multiple Entry | 900 | 40 | 940 |
| Business Visa | Less than 1 year / Single, Double or Multiple Entry | 1380 | 40 | 1420 |
| Business Visa | 1 to 5 years / Single, Double or Multiple Entry | 2650 | 40 | 2690 |
| Employment Visa | Less than 6 months | 1280 | 40 | 1320 |
| Employment Visa | 6 months to 1 year | 2120 | 40 | 2160 |
| Employment Visa | 1 year to 5 years / Single, Double or Multiple Entry | 3180 | 40 | 3220 |
| Other Visa Types | Less than 6 months | 900 | 40 | 940 |
| Other Visa Types | 6 months to 1 year | 1380 | 40 | 1420 |
| Other Visa Types | 1 to 5 years / Single, Double or Multiple Entry | 2120 | 40 | 2160 |
| Emergency Visa Fee | — | 900 | 40 | 940 |
The “other visa types” category in the schedule includes examples such as Entry Visa, Conference Visa and Journalist Visa.
⭐ Uruguay Visa Fee
For Uruguay, the schedule provides a special arrangement for Tourist Visas.
| Type of Visa | Visa Fee | ICWF | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist Visa | Gratis | Gratis | Gratis |
For all other types of visas, the general visa fee applies.
⭐ United States Visa Fee Structure
The schedule also provides special fees for nationals of the United States:
| Type of Visa | Duration / Entry | Visa Fee (NOK) | ICWF (NOK) | Total (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist Visa | Up to 10 years / Single or Multiple Entry | 1700 | 40 | 1740 |
| Business Visa | Up to 10 years / Single or Multiple Entry | 1700 | 40 | 1740 |
For other visa categories, excluding Tourist and Business Visas, the schedule states that a visa application fee of NOK 220 (US$20) is charged in addition to the prescribed visa fee.
⭐ Gratis Visa Categories
The fee schedule also identifies certain visa categories or nationalities for which visas are issued on a gratis basis, meaning no visa fee is charged under the specified arrangement.
| Country | Gratis Visa Arrangement |
|---|---|
| Afghanistan | All types of visas are gratis |
| Bangladesh | All types of visas are gratis |
| Democratic People’s Republic of Korea | All types of visas are gratis |
| Jamaica | All types of visas are gratis |
| Maldives | All types of visas are gratis |
| Mauritius | All types of visas are gratis |
| Mongolia | All types of visas are gratis |
| South Africa | All types of visas are gratis |
| Myanmar | All types of visas are gratis |
| Seychelles | All types of visas are gratis except work/employment visas |
| Argentina | Tourist, Business and Transit Visas are issued on gratis basis |
| Uruguay | Tourist Visas are issued on gratis basis |
⭐ What Does ICWF Mean in the Fee Table?
The provided fee structure contains a separate column called ICWF (NOK). For most entries in the general fee tables, the ICWF amount shown is NOK 40, which is added to the stated visa fee to calculate the total amount.
For example, the general Transit Visa entry shows:
- Visa Fee: NOK 220
- ICWF: NOK 40
- Total: NOK 260
Therefore, when checking the fee, it is important to look at the Total (NOK) column rather than considering only the basic visa fee.
⭐ Important Points About the Visa Fee Structure
The fee schedule contains several different types of charges and special arrangements. Therefore, applicants should consider the following points while checking the applicable fee:
- The revised fee structure mentioned in the reference is effective from 01st April 2024.
- Visa fees are shown in NOK.
- The table separately lists the Visa Fee, ICWF and Total.
- The general Transit Visa entry shows a total of NOK 260 for up to 15 days with single or double entry.
- Some nationalities have separate reciprocal fee arrangements.
- Business Visa fees can differ depending on nationality.
- Employment Visa fees can also differ depending on nationality.
- Certain countries have special Transit Visa fees.
- Some visa categories are marked Gratis.
- Country-specific rules can replace the general fee structure for the applicable nationality.
- The fee for one visa category should not automatically be assumed to apply to another category.
- Applicants should check the applicable category, duration, entry type and nationality before paying the visa fee.
⭐ Conclusion
A Transit Visa is generally used when a traveler needs to pass through a country while continuing to another destination. The applicable fee depends on the visa category, duration, entry type and, in some cases, the nationality of the applicant.
According to the provided fee schedule, the general Transit Visa fee is NOK 220 plus NOK 40 ICWF, making the total NOK 260 for up to 15 days with single or double entry.
However, the complete fee structure contains many other categories, including Tourist, Business, Entry, Employment, Student, Medical, Research, Missionary, Mountaineering, Intern, Film and other visas. It also contains separate reciprocal fees and special arrangements for certain nationalities.
Because the fee structure includes country-specific exceptions, applicants should always check the correct nationality, visa type, duration and entry category before making a payment. For more useful information and detailed guides, visit Sarkari Bakery.
⭐ Frequently Asked Questions About Transit Visa Fees
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