Norway travel guide for Canadians

Canadians do not need a visa for Norway for tourist stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period. You will need a valid Canadian passport and, from 2026, an ETIAS travel authorisation before you fly. Entry is straightforward: show your passport at border control, and you may be asked for proof of funds and return ticket.

You can enter Norway without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Your passport must be valid for at least three months after your planned departure from the Schengen area. From 2026, you will need an ETIAS authorisation, which you apply for online before travel; it is valid for multiple entries over three years.

The Embassy of Canada to Norway is in Oslo. It provides consular services for Canadians, including passport renewal and emergency assistance. For urgent help outside office hours, contact the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa. If you are in another part of Norway, the embassy in Oslo is the main point of contact.

Norway is expensive for Canadians. Budget for a daily cost of about CAD 150–250 per person for a mid-range trip, including accommodation, food and local transport. A meal at a mid-range restaurant costs around CAD 30–45, a beer about CAD 10–15, and a one-way metro ticket in Oslo about CAD 5–8. Prices are 2026 estimates and vary by season.

Direct flights from Toronto and Montreal to Oslo take about 7–8 hours. From Vancouver, expect a longer journey with one stop, around 10–12 hours total. Several airlines fly the route, including Air Canada and SAS. Use the flight-time planner to check schedules from your home city.

Norway uses types C and F plugs, with a standard voltage of 230 V and frequency 50 Hz. Canadian devices with type A or B plugs will need an adapter. If your device is not dual-voltage (most phone chargers and laptops are), you will also need a voltage converter.

Tipping is not expected in Norway. Service charges are usually included in the bill. For good table service, you can round up or add 5–10%. It is common to tip tour guides and drivers a small amount if you are satisfied, but it is not required.

In an emergency, dial 112 for police, 113 for ambulance, and 110 for fire. For non-urgent medical help, call 116 117 to reach an out-of-hours doctor. Save these numbers in your phone before you travel.