QuickTravelTools Do I need a visa for Norway with an Irish passport?
No visa needed for this trip.
Rule verified by QuickTravelTools on October 10, 2026.
Visa rules for all 199 passports: Norway visa hub.
What you need
- Passport: should be valid at least 6 months after your trip ends.
- Apply: Start the official visa application portal, Norway (Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI))
Official sources
- The United States is listed among visa-exempt nationalities and Norway among the countries covered; authorised travellers may stay up to 90 days in the Schengen area, and ETIAS is currently not in operation. (eu-LISA (European Union Agency), verified October 5, 2026)
- The EU visa waiver applies to the associated Schengen states including Norway, with stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. (European External Action Service (EEAS), verified October 5, 2026)
- Regulation (EU) 2018/1806 Annex I lists third countries whose nationals must hold a visa for the Schengen area and Annex II lists those exempt from it. As a Schengen member state, Norway's complete inbound nationality matrix is these two annexes. Regulation page verified live in browser on 2026-10-06 (IS/LT pilot); URL spot-checked 2026-10-06. (European Union (EUR-Lex), verified October 6, 2026)
Norway at a glance
| Region | Europe |
|---|---|
| Everyday prices | 84 on our price index (US = 100) |
| Power | Type C/F sockets, 230 V, 400 V, 50 Hz |
On cost, Norway is mid-priced for travelers: everyday prices sit at about 84 on a global index where the United States is 100. See how Norway compares to 179 countries.
Pack a plug adapter: Irish devices use Type G, but Norway uses Type C/F. Voltage differs too (230 V, 400 V there versus 230/400 V at home), so check for a dual-voltage label before plugging in. Full plug and voltage guide for Norway.
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Common questions
Do Irish citizens need a visa for Norway?
No. No visa needed for this trip.
How long can an Irish passport holder stay in Norway?
The permitted stay depends on the visa or authorisation issued. Check the official immigration site before booking.
Is the visa information on this page official?
No. This is a summary compiled from official government sources and verified by QuickTravelTools, and it can lag rule changes. Always confirm with Norway's embassy or official immigration portal before you travel.
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