What currency does Norway use?
The krone, euros, cards, phone payments and cash.
Short answer
Norway uses its own currency, the Norwegian krone (NOK), and shops rarely accept euros or other foreign money. Debit and credit cards are accepted almost everywhere, and many places also take Apple Pay and Google Pay. Banknotes come in 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1,000 kroner, and coins in 1, 5, 10 and 20 kroner.
Why
- Visit Norway says foreign currency is rarely accepted, so you need Norwegian kroner if you want to pay in cash.
- Norges Bank issues all notes and coins, and today's banknotes belong to series VIII, introduced between 2017 and 2019.
- Since 1 October 2024, staffed shops that sell to consumers must let you pay in cash when the amount is NOK 20,000 or less.
Details
You will find cash machines in towns and cities, and in most rural areas there is at least one place to withdraw money. It is still a good idea to carry a little cash for small purchases. No one is obliged to accept more than 25 coins of each denomination in one payment.
Tip
If a card terminal offers to charge you in your home currency, choose kroner: DNB's travel advice is that paying in the local currency gives a better price.
Common misconception
You can pay with euros in Norway.
What actually happens
Norway uses the krone, and foreign currency is rarely accepted. Pay by card or bring Norwegian kroner.
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Sources
- Visit Norway: Currency and pricesChecked at:
- Norges Bank: Legal tender notes and coinsChecked at:
- Norges Bank: Notes and coinsChecked at:
- Norges Bank: The right to pay cashChecked at:
- DNB: Financial travel adviceChecked at:
Information checked on 15 October 2026.
Currency in NorwayRelated questions
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How do I find the IBAN for my Norwegian bank account?
You find the IBAN for your Norwegian account in your bank's online bank or app under the account details, and also on your account statement.
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Why did my hotel or car rental company block money on my card in Norway?
Hotels and car rental companies reserve money on your card as security, and the reservation is released once the final amount is settled.
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How do I pay a Norwegian invoice with a KID number from abroad?
To pay a Norwegian invoice from abroad, make an international transfer to the payee's IBAN and BIC and enter the KID number as the payment reference.
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Do Norwegian banks charge an annual fee for debit cards?
Yes, banks such as DNB charge an annual fee for an adult debit card, currently NOK 295 a year, while cards for children and young people are free.