Medical visa · Gabon to Norway

Residence Permit for Medical Treatment

Embassy required

Maximum stay
365 days
Processing time
2-4 months
Fee
NOK 6300
Validity
Maximum 1 year total. Duration based on treatment plan.
Entry
Single entry

For non-EU/EEA nationals seeking medical treatment at a Norwegian healthcare institution. The treatment must be at an approved institution. The patient must fund the treatment themselves or through their home country's public health system. A companion may be included if the treatment institution deems it necessary. The permit can only be granted for a maximum of one year total. Applications must generally be submitted from the applicant's country of origin.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    All non-EU/EEA nationals requiring medical treatment in Norway.

  • Purpose of visit

    Must have an accepted offer of medical treatment from an approved Norwegian healthcare institution.

    Includes
    • Medical treatment at approved institution
  • Financial

    Must be able to fund the treatment through personal funds or home country public health system. Norwegian public health system does not cover costs for medical treatment visa holders.

  • Health

    Must have a legitimate medical condition requiring treatment that the Norwegian institution has agreed to provide.

Documents you need

  • Accommodation proof

    Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

    Must cover full stay: No

  • Medical certificate

    Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  • Visa fee payment

    Amount: NOK 6,300

How to apply

  1. Online application

    Apply through UDI's Application Portal or at a Norwegian embassy/consulate in your country of origin.

  2. Document gathering

    Obtain treatment offer letter from Norwegian institution, prepare financial documentation, passport, and medical records.

  3. Fee payment

    Pay NOK 6,300 application fee.

  4. Document submission

    Submit application with all medical and financial documentation at embassy/consulate.

  5. Biometrics

    Provide biometrics at the embassy/consulate appointment.

  6. Processing wait

    Processing takes 2-4 months.

  7. Visa collection

    If approved, receive entry visa to travel to Norway for treatment.

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.

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