Thursday 1 July 2010

Documents Required for Study in Norway

What kind of documents you need to bring for visa to Study in Norway?

2 forms of "Application for a first time residence permit for educational purposes". These forms must be filled in or typed in English. Family tree form (see "Application Forms" "Family tree") Two fresh photographs. Original passport together with 2 sets of photocopies of first 2 pages. (Also bring along old passports if any). Please also note that your passport must normally be valid for at least two months beyond the period for which the permit is granted. Original identity card along with 2 photocopies of both sides. Original + one copy of birth certificate. Birth certificates are issued by the Union Council/Town Committee/Municipal Committee or DCO. Your father's B-form issued by the ID-card Office (Registration Office). Please present the original + one copy. Original + one copy of both Primary and Matric school certificates Other relevant documents showing the applicant's education. Letter of admission or invitation from an educational institution in Norway. Study plan. See on Form" Financial plan. See "Application Forms" A copy of the loan application if the studies are to be funded through the State Educational Loan Fund, Subsistence. Applicant must, for school year 2007/2008 per study year in a Norwegian Bank, deposit NOK 80,000 for higher education. Documentation of housing. Deed or tenancy agreement is approved as documentation.

Visa requirement for Pakistani students

How to apply residence permit in Norway

As a general rule, personal appearance of the applicant is required. Days are Tuesdays and Wednesdays between 0800 hrs. to 1400 hrs (by appointment only).All applicants have to meet in person. Appointment for interview is necessary, which can be arranged on phone, through letter or in person. Without appointment interview will not take place. The purpose of the interview is to clarify your identity, your education plans and if you have money/income to pay for your stay in Norway. Application for a student permit will be sent to the Directorate of Immigration in Norway for decision. As soon as the Embassy receives a decision from Norway, the applicant will be informed in writing. A decision may take some months. Visa fee for Study in Norway or Student Visa A fee must be paid when (or before) applying for a study permit. The fee is 12,400 rupees. The fee cannot be paid after applying. For more information see "Fee - work and residence permit"
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