On-ramp directory
NBX
Norwegian Block Exchange — regulated Norwegian exchange with card and bank rails.
NBX (Norwegian Block Exchange) is a regulated Norwegian exchange with card and bank rails, serving Norway and parts of Europe. It offers a locally compliant way to buy with NOK.
It suits Norwegian users who want a domestic, regulated venue with familiar payment methods. As a custodial exchange, the usual guidance applies: convenient for buying, but withdraw meaningful amounts to self-custody.
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Quick answers
- Does NBX require KYC?
- Yes — NBX requires identity verification before you can buy bitcoin.
- Does NBX support Lightning?
- No — NBX settles on-chain only; withdrawals use regular Bitcoin transactions.
- How can you pay on NBX?
- NBX supports bank, card payments.
- Where is NBX available?
- NBX serves a limited set of countries (30 listed in our directory) — verify yours on the official site before signing up.
Availability and rules change with regulation — verify on the official site before sending funds. Bought your sats? Move them to a wallet you control, and check your country's tax rules.