Norway Currency
The official currency of the country of Norway is the Norwegian Krone (NOK). The Krone is divided into 100 øre (singular and plural). The common local abbreviation for the currency unit is kr. The denominations in the Norwegian coins are 50 øre, 1 kr, 5 kr, 10 kr, and 20 kr. The denominations in the Norwegian notes are 50 kr, 100 kr, 200 kr, 500 kr, and 1000 kr. The coins and banknotes are distributed by the Central Bank of Norway, which is the highest monetary authority in the country. The central bank has a website at www.norges-bank.no If you'd like to see the pictures of the Norwegian money, these images are available from the central bank at: www.norges-bank.no/Templates/Section____11336.aspx To exchange money in Norway, you can do so in most urban areas, with local banks or special forex operations. Most major commercial airports have a currency desk, except the ones on the far north. You can also withdraw currency from ATMs and pay for your expenses with major credit cards and debit cards, such as the Visa Electron. To find interbank rates for the Norwegian Krone, you can use such forex portals as XE.com and OANDA.com.
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