Norway Scams: Online, Banking & Investment Fraud Guide
Common scams in Norway and how to report them to the Norwegian Police, Forbrukertilsynet, and your bank.
Emergency number: 112 (emergency), 02800 (police non-emergency) — verify on official sources.
Last reviewed: 1 June 2026
Norway sees significant online fraud including phishing targeting BankID credentials, investment scams, romance fraud, and parcel-fee smishing. BankID — Norway's widespread digital identity and banking authentication system — is a frequent target for social engineering attacks. The Norwegian Police (Politiet) accepts crime reports online at politiet.no, while the National Criminal Investigation Service (Kripos) and the National Authority for Investigation and Prosecution of Economic and Environmental Crime (Økokrim) handle serious cybercrime and financial fraud. The Consumer Authority (Forbrukertilsynet) oversees consumer protection. Acting quickly with your bank is essential after any suspected fraudulent transfer.
Common scams
- BankID social engineering — tricking victims into approving fraudulent authentications
- Phishing and smishing impersonating Norwegian banks or Posten
- Investment and crypto fraud
- Online marketplace (FINN.no) non-delivery and overpayment scams
Tourist-specific scams
- Overcharging unlicensed taxis
- Counterfeit goods at tourist markets
Online shopping scams
- Fake online shops and holiday rental listings
- Parcel-fee smishing impersonating Posten or Bring
- Account takeover via BankID phishing
Job scams
- Task scams via messaging apps
- Fake job offers requiring upfront processing or visa fees
Romance scams
- Dating-app romance and pig-butchering crypto investment grooming
Investment scams
- Fake trading platforms and clone broker firms
- Crypto and 'AI bot' investment schemes
How to report a scam here
- Contact your bank immediately and cancel any suspicious BankID session
- Report crime to the Norwegian Police at politiet.no or by calling 02800
- For serious financial fraud, report to Økokrim
- Report consumer issues to Forbrukertilsynet at forbrukertilsynet.no
Local reporting & protection links
Always verify reporting routes and emergency contacts on the official government or agency website for your country.
Bank & payment guidance
Contact your bank immediately using the number on your card. Never approve a BankID request you did not initiate — cancel it straight away and call your bank. Norwegian banks can attempt to freeze or recall fraudulent transfers most effectively within the first few minutes.
Evidence to preserve
- Screenshot all messages, profiles, websites and payment pages
- Save transaction references, account numbers and crypto wallet addresses
- Keep emails with full headers where possible
- Note dates, times, names and phone numbers used
Frequently asked questions
What is the BankID scam in Norway?
Fraudsters call impersonating your bank or police, warning of a security threat and asking you to confirm your identity via BankID. Your approval authenticates a fraudulent transaction. Never approve a BankID session you did not personally initiate — hang up and call your bank on a trusted number.
How do I report a scam in Norway?
Report to the Norwegian Police online at politiet.no or call the non-emergency police number 02800. For serious economic crime and cybercrime, information can also be submitted to Kripos or Økokrim.
What does Forbrukertilsynet do?
Forbrukertilsynet is the Norwegian Consumer Authority, which supervises compliance with consumer protection law and can handle complaints about misleading commercial practices and unfair contract terms.
Sources
- National police and cybercrime portals (verify on official sites)
- FTC / Action Fraud / Scamwatch consumer guidance