Do you plan on moving to Norway to study, work or just to move in with a significant other?
Then this is the place for you! This category is all about living in Norway, and will have articles about the practical things you need to figure out, such as getting a Norwegian bank account, applying for schools, or apply for kindergarten on behalf of your child.
We have articles starting with planning your move to Norway, all the way to small things that are good to figure out when living in Norway.
This category used to be called “Moving to Norway”, but has been remade into “Living in Norway” to include more broad articles on everything you need to know about living in Norway as a foreigner.
You will need a Norwegian bank account if you plan to stay in Norway for more than a few months, because a Norwegian bank account will be required for you to pay rent, get a Norwegian bank card, get a salary or anything related to finance. To open a bank account in Norway, simply walk … Read more
BankID is a type of security system in Norway that allows for digital identification. With BankID, you can log into government systems, fill out and sign digital applications, apply for a loan, or pretty much any digital service that requires a high level of security. If you are moving to Norway, then you will want … Read more
If you’re staying in Norway for an extended time, then you might want to get a gym membership. There are lots of gyms in Norway, even in smaller towns, so most people will have access to a gym pretty close to where they live. But how exactly do you get a gym membership in Norway? … Read more
There are lots of people who are dreaming of moving to Norway to get a job and perhaps even start a new life, but starting a new life in Norway can be a tricky process that can take some time. Finding a job can be challenging if you don’t speak Norwegian, but it’s far from … Read more
MinID is a type of electronic ID that allows you to log in to public services tied to the Norwegian government, and most people living in Norway will want to get MinID. Some of its uses is to check digital letters from the government, register for exams at universities, or applying for a bank account. … Read more
If you are moving to Norway with a young child, then you will probably want a spot in a kindergarten. This is voluntary, but most Norwegian children attend kindergarten before they start school. This is partly because it is common for both parents to work, but also to let the child learn social skills and … Read more