Types of Visas and Fees
Tourist Visa
To visit Norway for a short period (up to 90 days), most travelers need a Schengen Visa, which allows entry to Norway and other Schengen countries within the same 90-day period; this is considered a "tourist visa" and is the primary visa type for short-term stays in Norway; to apply, you'll need a valid passport, travel insurance, and proof of sufficient funds for your stay; check if your nationality requires a visa based on your travel purpose and duration.
Visitor's visa
A visitor's visa allows you to stay in Norway or other countries in the Schengen area for up to 90 days over a period of 180 days.
If you plan to visit more than one Schengen country in the course of one trip, or if you plan several separate trips within a period of two months, you must submit your application to the embassy or consulate of the country that is your main destination based on the length of your stay, or the purpose of stay.
If you plan to visit several Schengen countries and the main destination cannot be determined, you must submit your application to the embassy or consulate of the country that is your first point of entry to the Schengen area.
Important reminders
- The processing time is up to 45 days from the time your application reached the Consulate in New York - not from when you registered online or submitted your documents to VFS
- Do not pay for any bookings before a visa has been issued.
- By applying early, you will have more time to book the trip after you have received the visa
- As long as your passport isn't returned to VFS, the decision has not been made. The Consulate does not give further details about the status of an application.
Invitation Letter Request
An Invitation Letter can be sent to you or your employing institution by email inviting your participation in the Congress in order that you may apply for a Visa to enter the United States.
Please complete the form below and an Invitation Letter and other supporting letters will be sent to you to take to the embassy or consulate.
Other helpful documents include:
• A flight itinerary and receipt indicating that the applicant has paid for a flight to and from the congress location.
• A Congress registration receipt indicating that the applicant has paid the Congress registration fee.
Email the following information to info@ifta-congress.org:
Email subject line should be: Invitation Letter Request
Your title (Prof. - Dr. - Mr. - Ms. - Mrs.)
Your Name as you want it to appear on the invitation letter.
Your Address
Your Email Address
Telephone Number