Open a Norwegian Krone Business Account
Open a NOK business account and operate across Norway with confidence. Get local Norwegian account details with access to NICS and SWIFT. Send, receive, and hold NOK with clear control over every transaction.

What’s Included with Your Norwegian Krone Business Account
A dedicated NOK account embeds your operations into Norway’s local banking rails, ensures counterparties receive exact-value settlements, and aligns FX timing to your treasury strategy rather than market pressure.

Key Benefits
Collect revenues in NOK without forced conversion into another base currency.
Pay suppliers and counterparties in their preferred currency.
Align FX execution with treasury policy and market timing.
Build credibility and trust with Norwegian and global counterparties.
The Risk of Not Having a Norwegian Krone Business Account
Relying solely on offshore currency accounts or ad-hoc FX conversion exposes businesses to unnecessary costs, uncertainty, and reputational friction in Norway.
FX erosion:
Repeated, unplanned conversions compress margins.
Payment delays:
SWIFT-only routes add intermediaries, days, and fees.
Counterparty friction:
Local partners prefer NOK transfers to domestic accounts.
Compliance hurdles:
Paying local taxes and payroll without a NOK account can be challenging.

Our NOK Business Accounts Are Designed for
We support a wide range of internationally minded businesses. From fast-growing companies expanding into Norway to established global organisations managing complex operations.

Global Corporates
Centralise NOK receivables, fund suppliers and payroll, and align NOK costs with JPY revenues for cleaner margins.
Funds & Institutions
Manage capital calls and distributions in NOK with role-based approvals and clear audit trails.
Private Equity
Efficient NOK flows for deals, fees, and SPV/holdco structures with policy-driven FX.
Family Offices
Discreet NOK management for assets, commitments, and inter-entity transfers under tight permissions.
Banq Global vs. Traditional Providers
How to Open a Norwegian Krone Business Account
A clear, expert-led process that reduces rework, shortens decision time, and maintains certainty.
Scoping & Fit
We review your structure, directors, UBOs, and NOK flows to confirm feasibility and align the account with your treasury needs.
Document Pack
A precise, tailored checklist for your entity type and structure, minimising rounds of clarification.
Compliance Review
Disciplined AML/KYC due diligence with prompt Q&A and clear status visibility.
Account Issuance
NOK account in your company’s name with local IBAN and NICS access.
Go-Live & Controls
Users, roles, approvals, payment templates, and FX policy (including market orders) configured to your standards.
Norwegian Krone Business Account - FAQs
Opening a NOK account raises questions on eligibility, payment rails, non-resident onboarding, and compliance. Below are answers to the questions global finance teams ask most often.
Do we need to have a Norwegian entity to open a NOK account?
Traditional banks often require you to have a Norwegian entity to open a local Norwegian account. Banq Global supports non-resident directors and foreign companies wishing to open a local business account in Norway.
Will the account be opened under our company name with unique account details?
Yes, you receive a NOK account in your company's name with a unique account number, IBAN, and BIC.
Can we open a NOK account remotely?
Yes, Banq Global supports remote onboarding, without requiring directors to physically visit Norway.
What payment rails are supported?
You can use Norway's domestic clearing schemes to receive NOK payments locally via NICS, and SWIFT for cross-border NOK payments.
How does holding NOK help with FX costs?
Maintaining NOK balances allows you to avoid repeated conversions, match costs with revenues, and time FX strategically under treasury policy.
Can we manage multiple entities and approvals in one place?
Yes, you can administer access per entity, set role-based approvals, implement payment approval workflows, and maintain complete audit trails.
Do you accommodate layered ownership (holding companies, SPVs, trusts)?
Yes, we regularly onboard clients with layered ownership structures such as holding companies, SPVs, and trusts, including cross-border arrangements.