Currency Guide Norway

Currency

Norway Kroner = 100 øre. Notes are in denominations NOK1000, 500, 200, 100, 50

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Credit Cards

International credit cards such as American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard are widely used although credit cards are generally not accepted at supermarkets and petrol stations.

Currency Regulations

The import and export of local and foreign currencies are free. Amounts over NOK25,000 or its equivalent must be declared to customs.

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Currency Exchange

Foreign currency and travellers checks can be exchanged at banks and major post offices, as well as many hotels and travel agents, although for poorer rates.

Banks

Cash machines are available all throughout Norway and they accept foreign cards. The regular banking hours in Norway is Mon-Wed, Fri 08.15-15.30, Thu 08.15-17, Sat closed.

Exchange Rate History

Date   NOK Rate
01/01/02   12.638
01/01/03   10.829
01/01/04   11.562
01/01/05   11.304
01/01/06   11.318

A rough guide to the tourists rates for the Nowegian Kroner since the beginning of 2002

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