Gjensidige (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Large insurer offering private health insurance.
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Norway
Public systemHow health coverage works
In Norway, basic health cover is provided by the public system.
Norway’s public system, funded through the National Insurance Scheme, covers residents. Private health insurance is mostly employer-provided but can be bought individually.
Basic coverage is provided by the public system. Helsenorge
Private health insurance
If P&C Insurance (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Insurer with private health plans.
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Storebrand (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Financial group with health insurance.
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Tryg (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Insurer offering private health insurance.
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Key facts
| Official source | Helsenorge |
|---|---|
| Insurers listed | Gjensidige, If P&C Insurance, Storebrand, Tryg |
| Last reviewed |
Frequently asked questions
How does health insurance work in Norway?
Norway’s public system, funded through the National Insurance Scheme, covers residents. Private health insurance is mostly employer-provided but can be bought individually.
Is private health insurance mandatory in Norway?
No. In Norway, basic cover comes from the public system. Private health insurance is optional and usually complements it.
Which health insurers can I look at in Norway?
Well-known insurers listed for Norway, in alphabetical order: Gjensidige, If P&C Insurance, Storebrand, Tryg. This is not a ranking or a recommendation.
Where can I find official information on health cover in Norway?
Helsenorge: https://www.helsenorge.no