Norwegian identity card
The Norwegian identity card, known as the national ID card (nasjonalt ID-kort), is a voluntary biometric ID card issued by the Norwegian Police Service. It’s one of Norway’s official IDs, along with the passport, and can be used to identify you in Norway. For people who have the right to travel with it, the card can also serve as a travel document within the European Economic Area (EEA) and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), and for some other nearby areas.
Who can get it: Norwegian citizens can apply for the card. EU/EEA citizens who have a Norwegian national identity number can obtain a non-travel version that is used only for identification in Norway. There are two versions: a travel version (with travel rights) and a non-travel version (identification only in Norway).
Validity and cost: The card is valid for five years for adults and for children aged 10 and over. It is valid for three years for children aged 5–9, and two years for children aged 0–4. The price is NOK 800 for people 10 and older and NOK 480 for children under 10, with discounts if purchased together with a Norwegian passport.
How it works: The card has a photo and a chip with the holder’s data. It follows international standards for identity documents, and authorities can read the information on it to verify identity.
How many: About 1.2 million Norwegian ID cards had been issued since the program started in 2020.
Where to get it: The Norwegian Police Service issues ID cards, using the same process as issuing Norwegian passports. Many police stations can issue both cards.
Travel notes: Cards with travel rights can be used as a travel document within the EEA and EFTA and in some other areas. Rules for travel to the United Kingdom have changed, so check current requirements before traveling. In Nordic countries you often don’t need an ID to travel short distances, but you should still be able to prove who you are if asked.
This page was last edited on 3 February 2026, at 19:01 (CET).