Sweden to Norway: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇸🇪 Sweden → 🇳🇴 Norway
Visa Free

Visa-free entry — verify exact stay limits at destination.

Sweden citizens can enter Norway without a visa as both countries are part of the Schengen Area. Free movement applies — no border checks for EU/Schengen nationals. For stays beyond 90 days, local registration may be required. Cost of living in Norway runs about 18% higher than in Sweden (index 107 vs 89, NYC=100).

Sweden Passport Strength

122 Visa-free
27 Visa on arrival
36 e-Visa
14 Visa required

Entry Details — Norway

Entry type
Visa Free
Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.
Maximum stay
Varies — check destination
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Norway
107.3
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Norway
47%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$2,682/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other Europe Destinations — Sweden Passport

🇦🇱AlbaniaVisa Free 🇦🇩AndorraVisa Free 🇦🇹AustriaVisa Free 🇧🇾BelarusVisa Free 🇧🇪BelgiumVisa Free 🇧🇦Bosnia and HerzegovinaVisa Free 🇧🇬BulgariaVisa Free 🇭🇷CroatiaVisa Free

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Norway is approximately 18% more expensive than Sweden (index 107 vs 89, NYC=100). Budget accordingly for accommodation and daily expenses.
Norway cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Norway — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Sweden citizens need a visa to visit Norway?+

Sweden passport holders currently have Visa Free access to Norway. Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.

How long can Sweden passport holders stay in Norway?+

Sweden citizens enjoy visa-free access to Norway. The standard permitted stay is 90 days within any 180-day period for Schengen and most bilateral agreements — verify the exact limit with the official immigration authority before travel.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Norway?+

Pas de nomad visa dédié. Long-stay visa standard disponible (90 jours, renouvelable hors Schengen). Revenu minimum non défini officiellement.

What is the cost of living in Norway?+

The cost of living index for Norway is 107.3 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for Norway.

What documents are required for Sweden citizens to enter Norway?+

A valid Sweden passport is the minimum requirement. Since entry is visa free, no additional visa is needed for short stays.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.