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What happens if you forget to register a change of address in Norway?

When you move houses in Norway, you must inform the authorities of your address change within a set period of time. Here’s what you need to know about the process, and what happens if you forget.  

Published: 12 May 2022 17:18 CEST
Updated: 17 October 2023 08:42 CEST
Streets in Bergen.
This is how you go about changing your address in Norway. Pictured are streets in Bergen. Photo by J Williams on Unsplash

Moving can be a stressful process, making sure you have enough boxes, deciding what to take with you and what to get rid of and wondering whether or not your furniture will be a good fit in the new place. 

Therefore, it can be easy to overlook other important details, such as registering your change of address. 

When you move homes in Norway, you are legally required to notify the authorities of an address change either within 31 days of moving, or eight days after taking over the new place. 

This ensures that the address you are listed under in the national population register is correct. 

You will also need to register the move with the national postal service Posten Norge, too. 

What happens if you forget to register a move? 

Under the old population register laws, you could be punished with a fine for not reporting the move. 

However, it isn’t clear whether this is still the case following the introduction of the new Population Register Act. 

Still, if the Norwegian Tax Authority suspects that somebody has an incorrect address in the population register, they can request the person in question to appear at the nearest tax office to give a more detailed explanation of the matter. 

How do you report an address change?

To update your address in the National Population Register, you will need to head to the website of the Norwegian Tax Administration (Skatteetaten). 

 Once there, you will head to application portal to register an address change. 

You will need either a D-number or national identity number and an electronic ID, such as Commfides or BankID. MinID is also accepted. 

Once logged in, you’ll have the option to change your address and contact information that appears in the national registry. 

There is also the option to change your address abroad too. In most cases, this change will then happen automatically. 

You can also register to change the address in the national population register via a paper form. You’ll need to download it and submit it and a copy of an ID card that includes your date of birth, name, signature and photograph. You shouldn’t send a copy of a bank card that doubles up as a form of ID. 

The process for updating your address with the postal service is similar. You will need to head to Posten Norge’s website. You will then have the option to change your address online, which can only be done in Norwegian or download a form. 

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What are the rules for obtaining BankID at different Norwegian banks?

In Norway, acquiring a BankID is pretty standardised across banks. However, there are some differences, depending on the bank you do business with.

Published: 30 May 2024 13:34 CEST
What are the rules for obtaining BankID at different Norwegian banks?

As any newcomer to Norway quickly finds out, it’s very hard to access many essential services – such as those related to health, banking, and taxes – without having a BankID.

This ID is a personal electronic proof of identity used for authorising transactions and signing online.

Individual banks issue BankID to grant customers access to public services with the highest security clearance

READ MORE: Everything foreigners in Norway need to know about electronic IDs

Typically, you’ll need to physically visit your bank branch or designated location for identification verification before you can obtain BankID.

However, once you’ve carried out identification, most banks offer assistance in setting up BankID and addressing related issues.

BankID exists in multiple forms: with a code chip, as an app, or in its mobile version (the mobile version of BankID is slated to be discontinued soon).

The recommended solution nowadays is the BankID app, which provides enhanced security and is a tad more convenient than using the code chip (primarily because most people have their mobile phones on them wherever they go, while it might be inconvenient to carry the code chip and remember the related passwords).

While the procedures and requirements for obtaining BankID in Norway tend to be highly standardised, some differences exist between the major banks operating in the country.

DNB

To acquire a BankID from DNB, Norway’s largest bank, you’ll need to be over 13 years old, with certain restrictions for the 13-17 age group.

Also, physical identification is mandatory at a DNB office. Valid identity documents include Norwegian national ID cards or passports with chips.

You’ll need a Norwegian birth number, though D-number holders can use an alternative login option.

You’ll require an online banking agreement and a code chip from DNB. You can get both through DNB’s website or by contacting the bank directly.

You can find more details on DNB’s BankID requirements and terms on their website, here.

Handelsbanken

Handelsbanken offers BankID to customers aged 15 and above.

For those under 18, a guardian must initiate the BankID agreement process by contacting the bank office.

You can order BankID through the bank’s website, where customers need to select the “without BankID” option and follow the provided steps.

You will then get a first-time password via email for your initial login.

After that, you’ll be able to activate BankID on the app.

Storebrand

To order a BankID in Storebrand Bank, you must meet the following criteria: you must hold a bank account with Storebrand, be over 15 years old, possess a valid Norwegian birth and social security number, undergo identification with a passport, and have both a mobile number and email address.

If identification is unavailable, you can initiate the process through the bank’s designated online channels or contact them directly to explain the specifics of your situation and get guidance on the next steps.

You can order an ID through Storebrand’s website, here.

Sparebank 1

To get BankID from Sparebank 1, you must also present valid identification at the bank (such as a passport or an national ID card).

To check what Sparebank1 considers valid identification, you’ll need to use their wizard, which will provide you with the information based on your location in Norway.

You’ll also need a valid Norwegian birth and social security number. 

With BankID set up, you’ll get access to their banking services, document signing, and secure online shopping.

Parents can also order BankID at Sparebank 1 for children aged 13 and above.

Tip: Downloading the BankID app eliminates the need to remember passwords or carry code chips, which is why Sparebank recommends it on its website.

It’s important to note that BankID is issued within a common infrastructure, so it’s universally accepted across all banks.

You can view a list of all the banks that offer BankID here. 

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