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Sending a Postcard from Norway: Costs, Stamps & Delivery Times

From the Lofoten Islands to Oslo – all information about current costs, finding stamps in supermarkets, and Norwegian mailboxes.
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A scenic road trip along steep fjords, magical Northern Lights in the sky, or warm cinnamon buns in Oslo – and traditionally, a postcard to the loved ones at home. However, the analog mail route in Norway holds its own Scandinavian oddities and is above all: expensive.

How much is the current postage from Norway to the rest of the world? Where do you buy "Frimerker" (stamps) when there are hardly any real post offices left? In this guide, we clarify the most important questions – and show you how to easily send your greetings today (and often even cheaper) directly from your phone.

Last updated: March 2026

The Journey of a Postcard in Norway

If you\'re looking for a classic post office branch in Norway, you'll often be disappointed. The system works completely integrated into everyday life nowadays.
A typical Post i Butikk counter in a Norwegian supermarket, Rema 1000 Eikli i Hønefoss
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Post i Butikk (Post in the Supermarket)

There are hardly any independent post offices left in Norway. You instead buy stamps (Frimerker) in the "Post i Butikk" – small postal counters located directly inside supermarkets like Kiwi, Spar, or Coop. Alternatively, you might find them in kiosks like Narvesen.
Red mailbox of the Norwegian post (Posten Norge)
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The Red Mailbox (Posten Norge)

The official mailboxes of the Norwegian postal service ("Posten Norge") are usually bright red and bear the distinctive post horn logo. You'll often find them directly in front of supermarkets, at gas stations, or central squares in the villages.
A small shop in Tromsø, Tromsø, Norvège
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Caution: High Postage Costs

Norway is one of the most expensive countries in Europe when it comes to postage. A simple postcard to the rest of Europe currently costs around 37 Kroner. Combined with a nice souvenir card, you quickly end up at almost €5 per holiday greeting.

Language Guide: Buying Frimerker

With these phrases, you'll buy your Norwegian stamps like a local.
Where can I buy stamps?

🇳🇴Hvor kan jeg kjøpe frimerker?

🗣️Voohr kahn yei chø-peh free-mer-ker?

One stamp for the US / UK / Germany, please.

🇳🇴Et frimerke til USA / Storbritannia / Tyskland, takk.

🗣️Et free-mer-keh teh Oo-es-ah / Stohr-bri-tahn-ya / Tysk-lahnd, tahk.

Where is the nearest mailbox?

🇳🇴Hvor er nærmeste postkasse?

🗣️Voohr ahr nar-meh-ste pohst-kah-seh?

Do you also have postcards?

🇳🇴Har dere postkort også?

🗣️Hahr deh-reh pohst-kohrt aw-saw?

Thank you very much and have a nice day!

🇳🇴Tusen takk og ha en fin dag!

🗣️Too-sen tahk oh hah ehn feen dahg!

How much does postage from Norway cost?

Current prices for postcards to other European countries (Europe lite) and worldwide. (As of: 2026)

Local Facts (Posten Norge)

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Postcard (Souvenir Shop)approx. €1.50 - €2.50
Stamp (Europe: ~37 NOK; RoW: ~45 NOK)approx. €3.15 (Europe) / €3.85 (RoW)
Real total cost per cardapprox. €4.65 - €5.65
Effort on vacationHunting down a post in a supermarket (Post i Butikk)
Delivery duration (empirical value)Often 4 to 8 business days
Is there a cheaper and easier way?

The Smart Alternative: slickpostcard

Send your holiday greetings relaxed directly from your smartphone. Real premium postcards, often cheaper than on-site, and without having to hunt down the next postal counter.

  • Design a postcard with your own holiday photos directly in your browser
  • Transparent fixed price: €3.49 (incl. premium printing & worldwide postage) – often cheaper than in Norway itself!
  • No app or account required, just start right away
  • Reliable shipping (approx. 3-6 business days – usually noticeably faster than classic holiday mail)
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Own Photos or Pro Motifs?

The weather was too foggy for the perfect fjord photo? On Unsplash, you can find breathtaking images of Norway that you can use for your card for free. Check out our step-by-step guide for more details!

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Inspiration: Text ideas for the far North

"Greetings from the far North! The fjords are breathtaking and the fresh cinnamon buns taste heavenly. Sending you a bit of Scandinavian magic home!"
"A greeting right from under the Northern Lights! It's quite chilly here in Norway, but the mighty landscape warms the heart. We result are thinking of you!"
"Hiking, red wooden cabins, and pure nature. We are having an amazing time in Norway and send you lots of love back home!"

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Frequently asked questions about postcards from Norway

How long does it take for a postcard from Norway to arrive in Germany / UK?

Via the classic postal route (Posten Norge), shipping usually takes 4 to 8 business days. If you use slickpostcard, the card is often printed directly within the EU and is usually in the mailbox after just 2 to 5 days.

Why is my postcard from Norway not arriving?

Although the Norwegian postal service is very reliable, shipping from remote fjord regions or the north (Lofoten/North Cape) can take a bit longer. A delivery time of up to 10 business days is perfectly normal.

Where can I buy stamps in Norway?

There are hardly any classic post offices left in Norway. It's best to buy your stamps (Frimerker) at "Post i Butikk" – these are postal counters located directly inside supermarkets like Kiwi, Spar, or Coop.

How much is the postage for a postcard from Norway?

Norway is quite expensive for postage. A card to the so-called "Europe Zone" (including Germany, UK, Austria, and Switzerland) currently costs around 37 Norwegian Kroner (approx. €3.15).

Where can I find Norwegian mailboxes?

Norwegian Post mailboxes are bright red and bear a post horn logo. You can usually find them directly in front of supermarkets (near the Post i Butikk) or at central squares.

Where can I find free pictures of fjords or the Northern Lights?

Photographing the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) with a smartphone is often difficult. On Unsplash, photographers provide their perfect Northern Lights or fjord shots for free (Search terms: "Norway Fjord", "Northern Lights"). How to send these pictures directly as a postcard is explained stringently in our guide for free motifs.