How to call NAV (Norway) from abroad
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Weekdays 9:00-15:00 (Norway time, CET/CEST). NAV announces changed opening hours by voice message on the line.
NAV (Arbeids- og velferdsetaten) handles unemployment benefits, sickness benefits, and pensions for people linked to the Norwegian system. If you live abroad but still have NAV obligations or open cases, nav.no lists the Nav Call and Service Centre on +47 55 55 33 33, with an English menu.
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About NAV (Labour and Welfare Administration)
WorldDial dials +47 55 55 33 33 from any browser at low per-minute rates. On the call, press 9 for the English menu, then 2 if you live abroad or plan to move abroad. nav.no also lists a separate International line, +47 21 07 37 00, for people abroad with social security rights in Norway. If you want to talk about your case or payments, NAV will ask for your national identity number (fødselsnummer).
Why calling from abroad is difficult
- ✗The phone menu starts in Norwegian; press 9 for the English menu
- ✗The phone line is open only 9:00-15:00 on weekdays, Norway time, which overlaps poorly with US and Asian time zones
- ✗Some NAV lines are national-only and reject international CLI
- ✗Hold times increase at month-end when benefits are processed
Calling costs from abroad
| Method | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| WorldDial | ~$0.04/min |
| Mobile roaming | High |
| Hotel phone | Very high |
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Practical tips
- 💡Press 9 for English, then 2 for living abroad or planning to move abroad
- 💡Use nav.no English pages for digital self-service first
- 💡Dial +47 format: drop any leading 0 from national numbers
- 💡Have fødselsnummer and NAV case number ready
Frequently asked questions
What is NAV's phone number from abroad?
+47 55 55 33 33 is the Nav Call and Service Centre, open weekdays 9:00-15:00 Norway time. nav.no also lists an International line, +47 21 07 37 00, for people abroad with social security rights in Norway.
Can I call NAV from the UK or EU?
Yes. Dial +47 55 55 33 33 in full international format. WorldDial connects from any browser without a Norwegian SIM.
Can I call NAV without Skype?
Yes. Use WorldDial in your browser with pay-as-you-go credit.
Does NAV answer in English?
The Nav Call and Service Centre has an English menu: press 9 at the start of the call. The menu starts in Norwegian.
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