Norges Bank

Central bank certificates

Auction invitations and auction results

Central bank certificates are an instrument used by Norges Bank to manage liquidity in the banking system. The first auction is scheduled for 5 May 2026. Auction invitations and auction results will be published on this page.

About central bank certificates

Here you can find a description of the instrument, its background, regulatory framework, agreements, and the terms and conditions for Norges Bank’s central bank certificates.

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Contact

Purchase of central bank certificates: Contact the primary dealers

General enquiries: Norwegian Markets, Markets Department
Tel. +47 22 31 61 60
Email: likviditet@norges-bank.no

Technical enquiries: Tel. +47 22 31 65 55