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What should I do after my dtv visa application was rejected by the Norwegian embassy?

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Nov 4, 2025

2 days ago

Eivind *****************

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I got rejected & want to share my experience + hopefully get some advice on what to do next 🙏

I applied for the dtv visa at my Norwegian embassy as a remote worker. I had over 500k in my account and i showed proof of earnings from a foreign company.

I got rejected due to not holding 500k over the past 3 months, as i acquired the final amount the same month i applied. (This is understandable, even tho it did not state i had to keep it for that long in the application) 

The other reason i got rejected was because i was earning too little compared to the average Norwegian salary. (They stated the average salary should be around 70k $ a year...)   

I now plan to re-apply in desember as i have then held the money for over 3 months. The initial plan was to apply in Saigon but i have recently read its a high case of denied applications. Therefore i was wondering if anyone has any recent experience with the embassy in Manilla. If so, i would be really happy for any advice ☺️

I also plan to change my application to soft power activity (Muay Thai), because it seems like this way has a higher chance of getting approved.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

A user shared their experience of getting rejected for a dtv visa due to insufficient fund history and low income compared to Norwegian standards. They seek advice on reapplying in December after meeting the financial requirements and are considering applying from Manila instead of Saigon due to a high rate of visa denials there. Comments from community members provide insights on embassy policies, personal experiences with visa applications, and suggestions for improving the application before reapplying.

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Dany ********

it sounds more like a rejection because they didnt see your work as sufficient. and on 600 €$£ a month it will be cheap charly frugal lifestyle. not sustainable. they know it, i know it, you hopefully know it, everyone knows it.

better apply elsewhere and fix your income

19 hours ago

Anonymous ******************

Same here, had to great a sponsor. Approved no problem. Sponsor prove incone 4 months and passport

a day ago

Anonymous ******************

Application does say funds have to be in bank 3 months. I was short as in Ottawa it has to be open and close balance for 3 months. That ends up 4 months. I had to do sponsor

a day ago

Anonymous ******************

What’s your income though?

I mean if your income is like 100$ / month, I’m not surprised they would reject that.

If I were to take a freelance job, and I have an income of 10$/ month, that should be acceptable because I have a job/ remote work as a requirement?

Providing limited information and receive the supporting comments about that, hope that will cheer you up a bit, but nothing would change and unlikely you will get the visa anywhere.