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🇳🇴 Norwegian company · 🇬🇧 UK account

UK Business Account
for Norwegian Companies

AS or ASA accepted. Receive GBP from UK clients, hold NOK, send EUR via SEPA — Norway is a full SEPA participant. Open fully online from Norway in 24 hours.

🇳🇴 AS & ASA accepted
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No UK address needed
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No branch visit
Currencies: 🇬🇧 GBP 🇳🇴 NOK 🇪🇺 EUR 🇺🇸 USD 🇨🇭 CHF 🇨🇦 CAD 🇸🇬 SGD 🇸🇪 SEK 🇩🇰 DKK + 6 more

Built for Norwegian companies trading with the UK

Whether you sell to UK customers, pay UK suppliers, or need GBP alongside your NOK operations — one account covers it all.

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Receive GBP from UK clients

Get a real UK sort code and account number. UK customers pay you like a local — no SWIFT fees or currency conversion losses on their end. The UK is Norway's largest non-EU trading partner.

Pay UK suppliers in GBP

Send Faster Payments and CHAPS directly in GBP. No more converting NOK to GBP at your Norwegian bank's rate before every invoice — pay at your own timing.

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Hold NOK alongside GBP

Keep your Norwegian krone wallet and your GBP wallet in the same account. Convert only when exchange rates suit you — stop losing margin on unnecessary conversions.

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SEPA for EUR — Norway is SEPA zone

Norway is an EEA member and full SEPA participant. Send EUR payments to 36 European countries at flat rates. SEPA Instant delivers in under 10 seconds — even from your UK account.

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Separate UK and Norwegian books

Keep UK revenue clean and distinct for your accountant. Accounting integrations included — no manual reconciliation between GBP and NOK transactions.

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Corporate cards for UK spend

Issue cards for UK travel, exhibitions, or GBP-billed subscriptions. Spend directly from your GBP balance without intermediary conversions through your Norwegian bank.

Every payment rail you need — UK and European

UK

Faster Payments (FPS)

GBP payments within the UK in seconds, 24/7. The standard for paying UK suppliers and receiving from UK customers — no delays, no batch windows.

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UK

BACS & CHAPS

BACS for payroll and recurring GBP payments. CHAPS for same-day high-value GBP transfers with guaranteed, irrevocable settlement.

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Europe

SEPA & SEPA Instant

Norway is a full SEPA participant via the EEA. Send euros to 36 European countries including Germany, France, the Netherlands and more. SEPA Instant settles in under 10 seconds.

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Global

SWIFT

International wire transfers to 200+ countries in any currency. For USD, NOK, CHF, SGD and non-SEPA payments to clients and suppliers worldwide — oil, shipping, seafood and beyond.

Open from Norway in 24 hours

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Apply online

Complete the application from your phone or computer. Enter your Norwegian org.nr, director information, and business description. Takes around 15 minutes.

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Verify your identity digitally

Upload your norsk pass and complete a short liveness check via your camera. No branch visit, no notarisation, no apostille required.

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Account active — receive your IBANs

Once approved, you get your UK sort code, account number, and IBANs for GBP, NOK, and EUR. Send your first payment the same day.

What you need to apply

Prepare these before starting. A complete application means faster approval.

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Valid passport (norsk pass)

Norwegian passport accepted. Must be current — not expired. Other national identity documents may also be accepted subject to compliance review.

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Proof of address

Bank statement or utility bill in your name, dated within 3 months. Your Norwegian home address is fine — no UK address required.

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Firmaattest from Foretaksregisteret

Your official company registration certificate from Brønnøysundregistrene (Brønnøysund Register Centre), including your organisasjonsnummer (org.nr). Norwegian-language documents are accepted.

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UBO information

Details and ID for all persons owning 25% or more of the company. Required under UK AML regulations for all accounts regardless of company origin.

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Business description

Brief description of what your company does, who your customers are, and why you need a UK account. Be specific — vague answers slow the process.

Common questions from Norwegian companies

Can a Norwegian AS or ASA open a UK business account?
Yes. Norwegian AS (Aksjeselskap) and ASA (Allmennaksjeselskap) companies can apply. You do not need a UK-registered entity — your Norwegian company applies directly. No UK address is required from directors or shareholders. Norway's EEA status is recognised throughout the application process.
Is Norway in the EU? Does that affect SEPA access?
Norway is not an EU member, but it is a member of the European Economic Area (EEA) and is a full participant in the SEPA payment zone. Norwegian companies can send and receive SEPA Credit Transfers and SEPA Instant payments to all 36 SEPA countries — even though Norway uses NOK rather than EUR.
Can I hold both NOK and EUR alongside my GBP?
Yes. The account supports multiple currency wallets simultaneously. You can hold GBP, NOK, EUR, USD, and more — all in the same account. Convert between currencies when exchange rates suit you, rather than converting automatically on every transaction.
Is the account FCA regulated?
Payment services are provided by Gemba Finance Limited, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Payment Services Regulations 2017 (FRN: 804853). ARIDANG acts as an introducer to Gemba Finance Limited.
How long does it take to open the account?
With a complete application, approval is typically same day to 24 hours. The process is entirely online — no appointments, no branch visits, and no notarisation or apostille required. Have your org.nr and Firmaattest from Foretaksregisteret ready before starting.

Ready to open your UK account?

Norwegian company, UK account. Online application, 24-hour approval, GBP + NOK + EUR and 13 more currencies from day one.

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Payment services provided by Gemba Finance Limited (FCA FRN: 804853). ARIDANG acts as an introducer.