NorwaySwitzerlandTravel corridor

Switzerland visa requirements for citizens of Norway.

Visa-free

No — citizens of Norway can typically visit Switzerland visa-free. Longer stays or other purposes (work, study, residence) use a dedicated visa route.

EFTA/Schengen freedom of movement

Routes for Switzerland last verified 12 Jun 2026 against official sources.

Beyond short stays

Other ways into Switzerland for citizens of Norway.

Study & Training

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National long-stay visa (Type D) -- study
Switzerland Student Residence Permit (Higher Education)Gov fee CHF 88
Switzerland Young Professional / Trainee (Stagiaire) PermitGov fee CHF 88 · ~42 days processing

Work & Self-Employment

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Self-employment permit for third-country nationalsAvailable
Switzerland Self-Employment / Company Founder Permit (Third-Country)Gov fee CHF 88
Startup / Entrepreneur VisaAvailable
National long-stay visa (Type D) -- work
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Invest & Capital

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Lump-Sum Taxation Residence (Forfait Fiscal)Available
Switzerland Residence by Expenditure-Based ('Lump-Sum') TaxationGov fee CHF 88
Switzerland Investor / Important Economic Interest Permit (Art. 23 FNIA)Gov fee CHF 88

Retire & Lifestyle

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Switzerland Residence Permit for Retired Persons Without EmploymentGov fee CHF 88
Young professionals / trainee exchange (stagiaires)Available

Family & Origin

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Switzerland Family Reunification (Art. 42-44 FNIA)Gov fee CHF 88
Switzerland Family Member of EU/EFTA National (Free Movement)
Switzerland Ordinary and Facilitated NaturalisationGov fee CHF 100

Special Categories

Full details
Switzerland Hardship Residence Permit (Art. 30 FNIA)
Switzerland C Settlement Permit (Permanent Residence)

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