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What is Norway's Currency?

Currency:

Norwegian Krone

Currency code:

NOK

Central Bank:

Norges Bank

Currency symbol:

kr (krone, pl. kroner)

Bank notes:

50, 100, 200, 500, 1000 kr

Coins:

1, 5, 10, 20 kr




The Norwegian Krone (plural kroner) is the official currency of Norway and is identified by the Norwegian Krone symbol kr or currency code NOK. As with Danish currency, the name krone literally translates to English word crown. The Krone is subdivided into 100 Øre,similar to how dollar currencies are divided into 100 cents.


In 1873, Sweden and Denmark formed the Scandinavian Monetary union to merge their currencies to the gold standard. Norway joined the union two years later in 1875 and the central banks in each country acted as a single reserve bank for the krone. This allowed the three Scandinavian currencies to have equal value when traded with another. However, WW1 forced the disbanding of the gold standard system, but the countries decided to keep the krone as their primary currencies even if it was not interchangeable between the other kroner.



What to spend your Norwegian kroner on:

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    Cappuccino

    38 NOK *

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    1 km taxi ride

    14 NOK *

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    3 course meal for 2

    800 NOK *

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    Average meal cost

    160 NOK *

  • *

    Bottle of water

    23 NOK *

How many Norwegian kroner will I need?**

Please select your budget above.


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Total spending money needed:

  • *A budget
  • *for people for
  • * nights


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Must-sees in Norway

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  • Forsand
  • Forsand is surrounded by natural beauty and landmark wonders. Famous for its panoramic views; the flat top cliff Preikestolen rises 604 metres above the 42km long Lysefjorden.
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  • Tromso
  • Tromso is a major cultural hub that sits under the Arctic circle. Known to be a popular tourist attraction as a recommended viewing point for the stunning Northern lights that occasionally light up the night sky.
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  • Oslo
  • The capital city of Norway. Explore the royal palace in the city centre or venture out to the numerous museums and natural landmarks the city has to offer.

Buying Norwegian Kroner Online is Easy

Simply order your Norwegian kroner online to lock in the rate, then choose to collect at your local store or at the airport before you fly.

  • 1. Click the ‘Buy Now’ button below
  • And tell us how much you need for your trip in Cash or Travel Card.

  • 2. Choose where to get it
  • Collect your currency from over 3,600 locations.

  • 3. Pay online
  • Use either PayID®, BPAY®, Visa or MasterCard®

Discover Where to Buy NOK in your City

You can buy NOK online or in-store at any of our branches around Australia.

Check our full list of branches, or click the links below to find stores around major cities and lock in buying NOK at a great rate today.



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If buying online is not your thing, visit your nearest Travelex store around and one of our friendly sales consultants will help you organise your kroner for your trip to Norway.

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FAQ Relating to Norwegian Currency

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  • Are Euros Accepted in Norway?

    Despite Norway sticking firm with its own strong currency, the krone, there are exceptions where the Euro is known to be accepted by merchants. For peace of mind, aim to exchange your local currency with Krone in Denmark or before you depart.

  • Does Norway accept Credit Cards?

    Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Travel Money Card) are generally widely accepted in Norway for major establishments.

    It shouldn’t be taken for granted that all local merchants accept credit cards therefore it may be wise to bring buy some Kroner before you travel to Norway and surrounding Scandinavian Countries.

  • What countries use Krone as their currency?

    Krone is not interchangeable between Scandinavian countries. Countries that use the krone are:

    • Denmark (Danish Krone)
    • Faroe Islands (Danish Krone)
    • Greenland (Danish Krone)
    • Norway (Norwegian Krone)

* Rates are subject to change throughout the day. In-store rates vary compared to online.

** The figures provided are indicative only and are there to provide an idea of the amount of travel money you may need during your trip.

*** Business days. Some stores open 7 days. The next available date will be displayed when ordering.

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