From what I`ve read, a number of countries have bilateral visa agreements that allow citizens of certain countries (New Zealand and Australia seem to have a lot!) to spend more than 90 days in the Schengen area – in particular and exclusively, the extra days can only be spent in countries with bilateral visa agreements. As I read it, Norway is one of the countries that have this agreement, among others, with the United States. URL: Like Japan, Canada is a strategic partner of the European Union. There are 14 visa waiver agreements between Canada and the Schengen or Schengen associated countries, lasting between 60 and 90 days. If you plan to make use of these agreements, you should be aware that you are not violating the rules. For most immigration officers in the Schengen area, the right of Australian passport holders to travel freely applies to the 90 days allowed by the Schengen Agreement. If you have stayed longer under a bilateral visa waiver agreement, you may need to prove its existence. If you have drawn up your itinerary, write to the relevant embassies in Canberra and describe as briefly as possible your plans, how long you want to stay in your country and elsewhere in the Schengen area, and carry a printed copy of your answer – you will probably need it. Most bilateral agreements allow travelers to spend an additional 3 months without a visa. Essentially, these visa waiver agreements allow Australian passport holders to stay in these countries without affecting the 90 days they are granted under the Schengen Agreement.

The usual period granted under visa waiver agreements is 90 days. Please note that this type of visa is only intended for holiday or visit purposes. If you intend to work or earn money in Germany, you must apply for a residence permit for Germany, which you must apply for either at our Consulate General in Sydney or at the local Aliens Office in Germany shortly after your arrival. . . .