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Bank and Finance
Learn the most important words for banking in Norway — account, card, payment and more.
Understanding the Norwegian banking system is important for everyday life. Here are the words you need:
Banking terms
| Norwegian | Pronunciation | Example |
|---|---|---|
| bankkonto | /bank-kon-to/ | Jeg vil opprette en bankkonto. — I want to open a bank account. |
| bankkort | /bank-kort/ | Jeg betaler med bankkort. — I pay by debit card. |
| overføring | /o-ver-fø-ring/ | Jeg sender en overføring. — I am sending a transfer. |
| kontonummer | /kon-to-num-er/ | Hva er kontonummeret ditt? — What is your account number? |
| PIN-kode | /pin-koo-de/ | Ikke del PIN-koden din! — Never share your PIN code! |
| lån | /lon/ | Jeg søker om lån. — I am applying for a loan. |
| sparing | /spa-ring/ | Jeg sparer penger. — I am saving money. |
Norwegian payment apps
| App | Use |
|---|---|
| Vipps | Send money to friends and pay in shops |
| BankID | Electronic ID — used for all public services |
| nettbank | Manage your account online |
Important for newcomers
To open a bank account you need a Norwegian personal number (personnummer) and ID. Vipps is the most used payment app in Norway — almost everyone uses it. BankID is your electronic ID and is required for most public services.
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