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National ID card
National ID card is an alternative to passport and driver's license as identification. It can also be used as travel document in Europe.
About national ID card
National ID card is an official ID document issued by the police. It comes in two variants: with and without travel rights.
With travel rights you can use the card instead of passport in the EEA area. The card is valid for 5 years.
Two types of ID card
- With travel rights - can be used as travel document in EEA. See politiet.no for current prices
- Without travel rights - only identification in Norway. See politiet.no for current prices
How to order ID card
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Go to politiet.no and select "Book appointment". Select "ID card" and find nearest police station that issues ID cards.
Tip!
Not all police stations issue ID cards - check the list on politiet.no.
Useful tips
- The ID card is smaller than passport and fits in wallet
- You can have both passport and ID card
- ID card with travel rights is accepted as ID everywhere in Norway
- Children can also get ID card
- In case of loss you must report to police
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Last updated: 15 February 2026