Unlocking the Norwegian Market with a D-number
Norwegian D-Number – For Foreign Business Owners & Workers
D-number: Your Access to the Norwegian Business System
A D-number is a temporary personal identification number required to interact with key parts of the Norwegian business infrastructure. It is commonly needed when registering a company, opening a Norwegian bank account, or representing a business in official matters.
The D-number is designed for individuals who are not registered as residents in Norway but still need to carry out formal or legal activities related to a company operating in the country.
We support international founders, executives, and business representatives throughout the entire process — ensuring the D-number application is handled correctly, efficiently, and without unnecessary delays.
With the right guidance, obtaining a D-number can be a straightforward step toward establishing or operating a business in Norway.
What Is a D-number?
A D-number functions as the Norwegian equivalent of a personal identification number, similar to the systems used in countries such as Germany, Sweden, and the UK. While those countries assign national ID numbers to residents, Norway uses the D-number for individuals who are not permanently resident but still need to operate formally within the Norwegian system.
In a business context, a D-number is often essential during company formation and ongoing financial or administrative activities. It is required to register a company in Norway and for opening a Norwegian bank account, and communicate with Norwegian public authorities.
Without a D-number, international founders, board members, and representatives are typically unable to complete key legal and operational steps. Securing a D-number is therefore a critical prerequisite for establishing and running a business in Norway as a non-resident.
How Long Is a D-number Valid?
A D-number does not expire and is issued as a permanent identification number. However, it becomes inactive if it has not been used for a period of five years.
Regular official activity — such as tax reporting, company filings, or interaction with Norwegian authorities — will keep the D-number active. If the number becomes inactive, it can usually be reactivated when it is needed again.
For international business owners and representatives, maintaining periodic administrative activity is therefore important to ensure uninterrupted access to the Norwegian business system.
How Our Competitors Handle D-number Applications
Many providers describe the D-number process as a simple, standardised procedure. It is typically presented as a step-by-step flow designed to appear quick and uncomplicated.
Application Submission
Competitors usually state that the application is submitted through a Norwegian authority, bank, or business registry as part of a formal administrative process.
Documentation Requirements
The process is often described as requiring valid identification and basic supporting documentation. Limited emphasis is placed on case-specific requirements or potential complexities.
Approval Timeline
Most competitors communicate an estimated processing time of 2–4 weeks, depending on the authority involved, with little differentiation between straightforward and more complex cases.
Our Innovation Sets Us Apart from Competitors
Our innovation combines company registration and D-number issuance into one streamlined process.
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