What is Norway's country code?
The country code for Norway is +47.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Norway?
- International format (recommended)
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+47 [local number]Example:
+47 40 61 23 45 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+47followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
47, then the local number.Common access codes: US/Canada: 011, UK: 00, Australia: 0011
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Norway numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Norway?
Europe/Berlin
Good time to call
02:07 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Norway?
International calls to Norway vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.05/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 98% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 98% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 98% more |
| DialHard | $0.05 | Save ~98% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Current rates to Norway
$0.05–$1.10/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Is +47 a mobile or landline code?
+47 is the country code for all of Norway—both mobile and landline numbers use this code. The digits after the country code may indicate the number type, but this varies by country.
Why won't my call to Norway connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +47 (not 0047 or 47)
- Extra digits: Remove any trunk prefix (usually 0) from the start of the local number
- Missing digits: Ensure you have the complete local number after the country code
How do I save a Norway number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +47 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.