News 30. May 2023 Are you planning to travel to Norway and need a visa or residence permit? As of the 15 June 2023, the Norwegian Embassy in Canberra will no longer be the responsible mission for applications for Schengen visitor’s visa or residence permit to Norway from applicants applying in Australia, Fiji or New Zealand. 27. Oct 2022 Changes in the requirements for parental consent to issue a passport to a minor From the 1st of November 2022, parental consent for issuance of a passport to a minor can only be given through in person attendance at a Norwegian embassy, Norwegian consulate or police station in Norway.