How to Register Your Address in Norway (Folkeregisteret Guide)
Registering your address in Norway is required for many official services. This guide explains how foreigners can register their address and update the national population register.
Published: March 14, 2026
What is Folkeregisteret
The National Population Register (Folkeregisteret) is Norway’s official registry that stores information about residents.
It is managed by the Norwegian Tax Administration.
The registry contains important information such as:
• name
• date of birth
• personal identification number
• address
• family relationships
Many government services depend on this information being correct.
Why registering your address is important
Registering your address allows Norwegian authorities to know where you live.
Without a registered address you may experience problems with:
• receiving official mail
• opening a bank account
• registering with a doctor (fastlege)
• getting certain benefits
Keeping your address updated is therefore very important.
Who must register their address
You must register your address if:
• you move to Norway
• you move within Norway
• you stay in Norway for more than six months
Foreign residents who receive a D-number or personal number must also register their address.
How to register your address
You can register your address online through the website of the Norwegian Tax Administration.
The process usually involves:
logging in with BankID or other digital ID
filling in your new address
confirming the change
In some cases additional documentation may be required.
Registering your first address
If you have just moved to Norway, you may need to register your first address when applying for:
• residence permit
• national ID number
• tax registration
The address you register should be the place where you actually live.
Changing address in Norway
If you move within Norway, you must notify the population register.
Authorities recommend reporting the change within eight days after moving.
This ensures that official mail and services are updated correctly.
Common mistakes
Some newcomers make mistakes when registering their address.
Typical issues include:
• registering a temporary address
• not updating the address after moving
• using an address where they do not live
Incorrect information may cause problems with official services.
Need help navigating Norwegian bureaucracy?
Understanding Norwegian administrative systems can be difficult for newcomers.
Consultants on Norwygo can help you:
• understand official processes
• register your address correctly
• avoid administrative mistakes
