{"id":186,"date":"2026-08-26T09:50:55","date_gmt":"2026-08-26T09:50:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/acconor.com\/en\/?p=186"},"modified":"2026-08-26T09:50:56","modified_gmt":"2026-08-26T09:50:56","slug":"d-number-in-norway","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/acconor.com\/en\/d-number-in-norway\/","title":{"rendered":"<strong class=\"title-strong\">D-number in Norway<\/strong> \u2013 identity verification without a notary"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A D-number is a Norwegian identification number for individuals who are not resident in Norway but need to be registered in connection with employment, business activities or other matters in Norway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A D-number can in practice be compared to a Norwegian national identity number for individuals who do not have a permanent residence in Norway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When is a D-number required?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A D-number may, among other things, be required if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Need a Norwegian tax card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Need to become a customer of a Norwegian bank or financial institution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Need an account with the Norwegian Central Securities Depository<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receive social security benefits from Norway<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Own real estate in Norway<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold a role in a legal entity, for example as a board member<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Need an HMS card for work in the construction and civil engineering sector or cleaning industry<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">D-numbers are issued by the National Population Register (Folkeregisteret), which is part of the Norwegian Tax Administration (Skatteetaten).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Acconor helps with D-numbers \u2013 without unnecessary extra steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For international companies and individuals, the D-number process can seem complicated, particularly because identity verification and supporting documentation are required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As an authorised accounting firm in Norway, Acconor can verify the individual&#8217;s identity and issue a certified copy of their passport (&#8220;rett kopi&#8221;), where the applicable requirements are met.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This means that, in many cases, it is not necessary to have the passport certified by a notary or another external authority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We can assist with<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Assessing whether a D-number is required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preparing and submitting the D-number application<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identity verification and certified passport copy (&#8220;rett kopi&#8221;)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coordinating the required documentation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Guidance on the practical requirements for registration in Norway<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who can verify identity?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A certified copy of a passport may, among others, be issued by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A Norwegian public authority<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A Norwegian lawyer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A Norwegian authorised accounting firm, such as Acconor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A Norwegian authorised or registered auditor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A Nordic police authority<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A foreign authority with notarial competence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get help with your D-number in Norway<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Acconor assists international companies, owners, board members and other individuals in obtaining a D-number as part of establishing and operating a business in Norway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Contact us for assistance with your D-number application and the practical requirements.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A D-number is a Norwegian identification number for individuals who are not resident in Norway but need to be registered in connection with employment, business activities or other matters in Norway. 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