Embassy of the Republic of Korea to Norway

1. Eligibility to apply for a Short-Term News Coverage Visa (C-1)

You are eligible to apply for this visa if you are

- A person dispatched from a foreign newspaper, broadcasting channel, journal, and other media to cover/report news

- A person to cover and report news under contract with foreign media

- A person to stay for a short period of time to establish a branch in ROK

2. Required Documents

① Visa Application Form (Fill out online, printed, and signed) 

*For how to fill out the visa application form, click here.

② Physical Passport (more than 6 months valid) & Copy (personal information section with photo)

*For Non-Norwegian or Non-Icelandic passport holders are required to submit a residence certificate (Bostedsattest) or a copy of residence card (Non-EU citizens) to apply for a visa through us.

③ An international press card or a document demonstrating an applicant's current employment status or overseas assignment

④ Fees: 400 NOK

*Visa fees vary depending on the nationality.

3. Please Note

❍ Please be informed that it takes about 10 working days to issue a visa after submitting all physical documents to the Embassy. Reservation is required before visiting the Embassy.

❍ C-1 visa can be applied for a single-entry visa valid for 3 months. Periods of stay will be granted for up to 90 days for the single-entry visa.

❍ For further information, please visit the Korea Visa Portal (www.visa.go.kr) website.