KosovoNorway: Visa-free

KosovoNorway

Do Kosovo passport holders need a visa for Norway?

Visa-free

No. Kosovo passport holders do not need a visa to visit Norway for tourism for stays of up to 3 months within any 180-day period.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: eur-lex.europa.eu (checked September 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay3 months within any 180-day period

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance2,050 km, straight line (~2h 55m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Norway138 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Norway passport holders visiting Kosovo: Visa-free.

Other visa-free destinations for Kosovo passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Kosovo passport holders need a visa for Norway?

No. Kosovo passport holders do not need a visa to visit Norway for tourism for stays of up to 3 months within any 180-day period.

How long can Kosovo citizens stay in Norway without a visa?

Up to 3 months within any 180-day period, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Norway from Kosovo?

About 2,050 km in a straight line, roughly ~2h 55m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Norway?

Norwegian krone (NOK).

What is the emergency number in Norway?

110 / 112 / 113.

What time zone is Norway in?

Oslo (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Oslo?

Oslo-Gardermoen International Airport (OSL), about 37 km away.

How many countries can enter Norway without a visa?

138 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Norway visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Kosovo

Kosovo, officially the Republic of Kosovo, is a landlocked country in Southeast Europe with partial diplomatic recognition. It is bordered by Albania to the southwest, Montenegro to the west, Serbia to the north and east, and North Macedonia to the southeast. It covers an area of 10,887 km2 (4,203 sq mi) and has a population of nearly 1.6 million, of whom the vast majority are ethnic Albanians. Kosovo has a varied terrain, with high plains along with rolling hills and mountains, some of which have an altitude over 2,500 m (8,200 ft). Its climate is mainly continental with some Mediterranean and Alpine influences. Kosovo's capital and most populous city is Pristina; other major cities and urban areas include Prizren, Ferizaj, Gjilan, and Peja.

CapitalPristina

RegionSoutheast Europe

Population1.6M

Area10,908 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesAlbanian, Serbian

Calling code+383

Drives on theright

TimezoneBelgrade (UTC+2)

Nearest airportPriština Adem Jashari International Airport (PRN), 9 km

Emergency number112

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$7,899 (2025)

Climate in Pristina

Warmest August, coolest January, driest November, sunniest July. Best time to visit: July, September.

Monthly climate normals for Pristina, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	5.4°C	-3.8°C	30mm	236h
February	9.2°C	-1°C	50mm	224h
March	11°C	0.6°C	64mm	226h
April	16.1°C	3.8°C	80mm	308h
May	20.5°C	9.1°C	78mm	323h
June	22.8°C	13°C	76mm	384h
July	27.3°C	14.8°C	16mm	424h
August	27.4°C	15.6°C	89mm	366h
September	24.3°C	12.5°C	27mm	339h
October	17.4°C	7.4°C	82mm	270h
November	10.6°C	1.7°C	5mm	228h
December	8°C	0.4°C	59mm	183h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Kosovo (Albanian: Kosova or Kosovë is a largely mountainous country in the Balkan region of Europe. Its attractions for travelers include its archaeological and religious heritage, natural beauty, hiking and skiing. Kosovo has Ottoman, Christian Orthodox and modernist heritage to share with the world. Being still new to tourists, Kosovars are welcoming to foreign visitors and happy to help. Kosovo declared its independence from Serbia in 2008, which still opposes the act.

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About Norway

Norway, officially the Kingdom of Norway, is a Nordic country comprising the western and northernmost parts of the Scandinavian Peninsula in Northern Europe, the remote Arctic island Jan Mayen and the archipelago Svalbard. Bouvet Island, located in the Subantarctic, is a dependency, and not a part of the Kingdom; Norway also claims the Antarctic territories of Peter I Island and Queen Maud Land. Norway has a population of approximately 5.6 million, and a total area of 385,207 square kilometres (148,729 sq mi). Its capital and largest city is Oslo. The country shares a long eastern border with Sweden, and is bordered by Finland and Russia to the northeast. Norway has an extensive coastline facing the Skagerrak strait, the North Sea, the Norwegian Sea, and the Barents Sea.

CapitalOslo

RegionNorthern Europe

Population5.6M

Area323,802 km²

CurrencyNorwegian krone (1 USD ≈ 9.44 NOK)

LanguagesNorwegian Nynorsk, Norwegian Bokmål, Sami

Calling code+47

Drives on theright

TimezoneOslo (UTC+2)

Nearest airportOslo-Gardermoen International Airport (OSL), 37 km

Emergency number110 / 112 / 113

UNESCO sites12

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$94,594 (2025)

Tourist arrivals1.4M (2020)

Climate in Oslo

Warmest June, coolest February, driest April, sunniest May.

Monthly climate normals for Oslo, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	4.6°C	0.2°C	74mm	94h
February	4.3°C	-1.3°C	76mm	144h
March	5.6°C	-0.6°C	60mm	238h
April	11.1°C	2°C	30mm	309h
May	14.4°C	4.5°C	47mm	417h
June	22.9°C	12.9°C	108mm	395h
July	17.9°C	10.9°C	112mm	359h
August	21.1°C	12.6°C	45mm	363h
September	16.5°C	8.9°C	77mm	249h
October	10.3°C	5.7°C	182mm	142h
November	7.1°C	3°C	86mm	81h
December	2.9°C	0.1°C	185mm	23h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Norway is a land of great fjords, great valleys, wide forests and gorgeous lakes. It also hosts lively cities such as Oslo and Bergen. Norway is the westernmost, northernmost and, surprisingly, the easternmost of the Scandinavian countries – among the Nordic countries only Finland stretches slightly further east. See the midnight sun, watch the Northern Lights, live its rich cultural heritage and eye its distinctive architecture, all the while being tucked within some of the most beautiful landscapes on Earth.

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Første juledag

December 26, 2026Andre juledag

January 1, 2027Første nyttårsdag

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