Phone & Internet Guide
Mobile Phone Plans
Main Providers
- Telenor – Largest network, best coverage nationwide
- Telia – Second largest, good coverage
- Ice – Budget option, good in cities
- OneCall – Budget option, uses Telenor network
- Fjordkraft – Budget option, good value
Average Monthly Costs (2025)
| Plan | Data | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | 5–10 GB | 200–300 kr |
| Mid | 20–50 GB | 300–450 kr |
| Unlimited | Unlimited | 450–600 kr |
Getting a SIM Card
- Available at Telenor/Telia stores, Elkjøp, Power, and convenience stores
- You need a Norwegian ID or passport
- Some providers require a personnummer or D-number
- Prepaid SIM available without ID at many convenience stores – good for first weeks
Roaming in the EU/EEA
- Most Norwegian plans include free roaming in EU/EEA countries
- Check your plan for data limits abroad
Tips
- Compare prices at mobilabonnement.no
- Many employers offer subsidised phone plans
- Family plans can be cheaper if you have multiple people
Home Internet
Main Providers
- Telenor – Nationwide coverage
- Telia – Good in cities
- Altibox – Fibre, popular in many areas
- Lyse – Southwest Norway
- Get – Cable internet, good in cities
Types of Connection
- Fibre (fiber): Fastest, most reliable – available in most urban areas
- Cable: Good speeds, available in cities
- 4G/5G home internet: Good option in rural areas
Average Monthly Costs (2025)
| Speed | Price |
|---|---|
| 100 Mbps | 400–500 kr |
| 250 Mbps | 500–600 kr |
| 500 Mbps | 600–700 kr |
| 1 Gbps | 700–900 kr |
How to Get Internet
- Check which providers are available at your address at finn.no/internett
- Order online or by phone
- A technician may need to visit to install the connection
- Processing time: 1–2 weeks
Tips
- Altibox is highly rated for customer service and reliability
- Check if your landlord already has a deal with a provider
- Some apartment buildings include internet in the rent
Useful Apps in Norway
| App | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Vipps | Mobile payments – used for everything |
| Ruter/AtB/Skyss | Public transport in your city |
| Yr | Weather forecast (very accurate) |
| Helsenorge | Health services |
| MinID | Government login |
| Skatteetaten | Tax services |
| NAV | Benefits and employment |