Only with a local address or companyVoice calls only
Can a Foreigner Get a Phone Number in Norway?
Only with a local footing. Norway (+47) numbers can be ordered through DialAnyone, but the carrier requires a government ID copy, proof of address, an address in Norway and end user date of birth (iso 8601 format) — so in practice you need an address in Norway or a registered Norway company. DialAnyone verifies your identity once as well. The number handles voice calls only — it cannot receive SMS or verification codes, as SMS is not available on Norway numbers through DialAnyone.
What you need to hold a Norway toll-free number
| Requirement | Norway |
|---|---|
| Residency in Norway | Not required |
| Citizenship | Not required |
| A local SIM card | Not required |
| Identity verification with DialAnyone | Required once per account. Online, with a government photo ID and a selfie, a few minutes. |
| Government-issued ID copy | Required by the carrier |
| Proof of address (utility bill or invoice) | Required by the carrier |
| Address | An address in Norway |
| Business documents | Only if you register as a business: Company Registration Number (Business Use Only) |
| End User Date of Birth (ISO 8601 Format) | Required by the carrier |
| Receives SMS / verification codes | No — voice calls only |
Activates after the carrier approves your documents, usually within a few business days. Availability last verified 2026-09-09.
What to do next
If you have an address in Norway or a registered Norway company, create an account and have the documents ready. If not, use a US or UK number for verification codes and call Norway directly at per-minute rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a foreigner get a phone number in Norway?▼
Only with a local footing. The carrier requires a government ID copy, proof of address, an address in Norway and end user date of birth (iso 8601 format), so you need an address in Norway or a registered Norway company. Citizenship is not required.
What documents do I need?▼
A one-time identity verification with DialAnyone (government photo ID and a selfie, online), and for a Norway toll-free number the carrier also asks for: government-issued id copy, proof of address (utility bill or invoice), an address in norway, end user date of birth (iso 8601 format). Activates after the carrier approves your documents, usually within a few business days.
Do I need a local address or proof of residency?▼
An address in Norway is required by the carrier, with a recent utility bill or invoice as proof. Residency status itself is not checked.
Can the number receive SMS and verification codes?▼
No. Norway numbers are voice-only and cannot receive SMS or verification codes — SMS is not available on Norway numbers through DialAnyone. For codes, use a US or UK number, which works from anywhere.
How much does a Norway number cost?▼
A small monthly rental for the number, plus per-minute calling and per-message texting billed from a prepaid credit balance. There is no contract and no monthly minimum. Signing up is free and needs no credit card.
Do I need to visit Norway to get the number?▼
No. The whole process is online and the number is delivered to your account. You never handle a SIM card and you do not need to travel.
Can I keep my existing phone number as well?▼
Yes. A virtual number is additional — it rings in your browser or the DialAnyone app alongside whatever SIM is in your phone. Nothing about your existing line changes.
What happens to the number if I stop paying?▼
It returns to the carrier pool and can be reissued to someone else. Anything still pointing at it, including two-factor codes, goes with it — so move those before you let a number lapse.
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