Don’t forget to buy Norwegian krones (NOK) before you leave for Norway
When traveling to Norway, it is important to consider the use of the local currency. Norway's currency is called the Norwegian krone (NOK). Although debit and credit cards are essential when traveling, you should also consider taking Norwegian krone cash with you.
Before exchanging NZD to NOK, it is a wise idea to plan a budget for your trip. Once you have decided on the amount of travel money you need, go to one of our exchange bureaus or order your currency online, on our website.
Practical tips for planning your budget
There is no custom in Norway to tip, but people often tend to round up the bill when paying for food.
It would be wise to think about a daily budget for your trip to Norway in advance. The budget should take into account the planned programme, meals and accommodation. The daily expenses of a Norwegian traveller are around NOK 1 200 per day.
The average tourist spends 261 norwegian krones per day on food and 204 norwegian kronesper day on local transport.
Hotel accommodation can be very expensive. A night in a hotel is estimated at NOK Norwegian krones.
730 NOK
Average cost of a one night stay
260 NOK
Average food budget per person per day
Good to know
Some price indications in Norway
18-35 NOK
Public transport ticket
25-30 NOK
A cup of coffee
650 NOK
Admission to the Norwegian theatre, Det Norske Teatret
155 NOK
A local speciality at the restaurant Fårikål
610-720 NOK
A taxi ride from Oslo airport to downtown Oslo
140-180 NOK
Admission to the Loftor Viking Museum
Some suggestions for your stay
- When visiting Norway, make time to visit Oslo. Geiranger Fjord, for example, and Lofoten are popular destinations in Norway.
- The best destination for nature lovers is Geiranger Fjord. However, Norway is rich in beautiful landscapes. Going to the Nærøyfjord can also be an incredible experience.
- If you are looking for a beach holiday, you should definitely visit the beaches, such as Oslo's Paradisbukta, Nordfjord's Seljesanden and Lofoten Bunes beach.
- A favourite destination for those who love snow and winter sports is Northern Norway. Norway's most popular ski resort is Hemsedal.
- If you want a city getaway and nightlife, head to Oslo. In Oslo you can enjoy the country's culture, shopping, fine restaurants and nightlife to suit all tastes.
- Oslo is also a popular destination for music lovers. In the city, you can enjoy a wide range of live music.
Some facts about the Norwegian Krone
Denominations of the Norwegian Krone
- Notes: 50 NOK, 100 NOK, 200 NOK, 500 NOK, 1000 NOK
- Coins : 1NOK, 5NOK, 10NOK, 20NOK
The Scandinavian monetary union disintegrated in 1914, when Denmark, Norway and Sweden decided to keep the name of their own currency. The Norwegian currency as far as Norway is concerned.
The 50 krone note shows the Ulvær lighthouse and means "the sea that unites us". The 100 nok note has a picture of the famous ship Gokstad, representing "the sea that takes us into the world". The 200 nok has a picture of a codfish - "the sea that feeds us". The 500 nok note depicts a lifeboat, signalling that "the sea that gives us prosperity" and finally, the 1,000 nok note is purple, with a powerful wave at sea - "the sea that moves us forward".
Why buy Norwegian kroner with Prosegur Change?
To plan your trip to Norway under the best conditions and get kroner at a favorable rate, simply reserve them online.
We offer a preferential exchange rate and a 0% commission on all online currency orders. When making your reservation, just select the nearest Prosegur Change branch to pick up your NOK for free.
FAQs
Any questions regarding our currency exchange services? Please read those FAQs to get all the answers you're after.
- What is the current NZD to NOK exchange rate?
- What is the current NZD to NOK exchange rate?
We update our exchange rates daily to be competitive and make sure our customers enjoy the best price. You can visit our exchange rate page to easily see the exchange rates applied on NZD to NOK currency exchange.
- How long does it take to exchange NZD to NOK?
- How long does it take to exchange NZD to NOK?
Exchanging NZD to NOK with Prosegur Change is easy and shouldn’t take more than a few minutes.
- How can I exchange NZD to NOK online?
- How can I exchange NZD to NOK online?
Select NOK as the destination currency, choose the amount of NZD you want to pay or the amount of NOK you need to see the price of your transaction. You can then proceed to the payment of your money exchange. After your order has been confirmed, you can come to pick it up at one of our branches in New Zealand.
If you have other questions, feel free to contact us and our team will do their best to assist you as quickly as possible.
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