: Secure a "proof of financing" ( finansieringsbevis ) from a bank before bidding.
: Non-residents can get mortgages from Norwegian banks, but expect stricter criteria. You will typically need a deposit of 25% to 40% of the property value.
: Most sales happen via an open auction system. Bids are typically submitted in writing to the real estate agent and are legally binding once accepted by the seller.
| Rates* | |
| Domestic Calls | $0.09 per minute |
| International Calls | *Cost for international calls varies by country. See the FAQ for details. |
| Video Interactive Phone (VIP) calls | $5.88 per session (28 min session) |
| Tablet Usage (ODOC content) | Free |
| AIC Tablet Usage (entertainment) | $0.04 per min. |
| AIC Tablet Usage (messaging) | $0.04 per min. |
| F&F Message/Photo sent | $0.25 per msg or photo (8,000 char max) |
| F&F eCard Sent | $0.25 per eCard |
| F&F Voicemail | $0.50 per voicemail |
| Transaction Fees |
Ancillary transaction fees have been eliminated. No additional fees are imposed by ICS Corrections. Please note that if using Western Union to purchase Prepaid Collect services, Western Union will charge a fee of $5.50 when using its SwiftPay product. Deposit services through Access Corrections for AIC Communications and Trust Deposit fees will remain the same. can foreigners buy property in norway |
* Certified check or money order only for purchase by mail; we are sorry, but personal checks are not accepted. : Secure a "proof of financing" ( finansieringsbevis
** See also Prepaid Collect refund process and Debit refund process below. can foreigners buy property in norway
| Deposit Amount | Web | Lobby Kiosk | Lockbox |
| $0.01 - $25.00 | $1.95 | $3.00 | FREE |
| Walk-In Location | $3.95 | ||
| Deposit Amount | Web | Phone | Lobby Kiosk |
| $0.01 - $19.99 | $2.95 | $3.95 | $3.00 |
| $20.00 - $99.99 | $5.95 | $7.95 | $3.00 |
| $100.00 - $199.99 | $7.95 | $8.95 | $3.00 |
| $200.00 - $300.00 | $9.95 | $10.95 | $3.00 |
| Walk-In Location | $5.95 | ||
| Service | Fee Amount |
| GettingOut Online (Domestic Credit Card) | $0.00 fee per transaction |
| GettingOut Online (International Credit Card) | $0.00 fee per transaction |
: Secure a "proof of financing" ( finansieringsbevis ) from a bank before bidding.
: Non-residents can get mortgages from Norwegian banks, but expect stricter criteria. You will typically need a deposit of 25% to 40% of the property value.
: Most sales happen via an open auction system. Bids are typically submitted in writing to the real estate agent and are legally binding once accepted by the seller.