happytravellerOslo
Norwegian expat in Norway
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Norwegian
Lives in Oslo
Registration: 09 November 2013
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What struck you about Norway? by Cheryl
Hello everybody, When you first settled in Norway, you might have been struck by cultural aspects of life in Norway and you might even have anecdotes about your integration here. We would like you to share with expats-to-be what you discovered ...
I was struck by the way that so many Norwegians go straight home when they finish work (except possibly on Friday evenings). Whereas we have a big tradition of going to a cafe each day to meet friends and talk, it seems that in Norway it is usual ... Read More
Vaccines required in Norway by Diksha
Hello everybody, When living or moving abroad, and in particular in Norway, vaccination against certain diseases is often required to enter the country or to avoid risks. We would like to ask you a few questions to help future expats ...
I am going to be last in the queue for the vaccine. This is because the vaccines have not been tested for long enough, so the long-term side effects are not know. Also there are too many reports saying that the vaccines are not as effective as ... Read More
Sending a package with Posten but the status is "Avvik i produksjonen" by coblos
Hello, I'm sending a package abroad with Posten from Trondheim to Indonesia, but the tracking status is "Avvik i produksjonen". Is there anyone with a similar experience before? Does it mean the package is lost? I've asked ...
Not sure what the message means but just want to say that the customer 'service' from Posten is absolutely useless. If you get a reply from them then you are lucky and in my experience they seem to have no interest in resolving a problem. ... Read More
Delays in Norway by happytravellerOslo
One thing that I am finding so often in Norway is that the Norwegian authorities are SO slow at replying or processing things. Take for example the annual tax refund. This takes 6 months or more to receive, even though everything is ...
My experience of dealing with government departments in Norway is that they are extremely inefficient. Often they will refuse to accept forms via email and ask for them to printed and posted to them. Also the processing times for applications ... Read More
Delays in Norway
One thing that I am finding so often in Norway is that the Norwegian authorities are SO slow at replying or processing things. Take for example the annual tax refund. This takes 6 months or more to receive, even though everything is ... Read More
Looking for new friends by Dalbel
Hi Everyone, I am a women that moved to norway 1 year ago. I am originally from Tunisia, I lived in Sweden for 20 years before moving to norway. I would love to meet new people with different background and hopefully meet new friends :) I do miss my ...
Hi Dalia, Hi from me, also foreign in Norway. I also used to work in Sweden before coming to Norway. Just want to ask where you are in Norway. Normally I am in Oslo but this week I am on the west coast of Norway having a trip around here. But ... Read More
HARSH TRUTH... ARE YOU COMING TO NORWAY?? by james mack
I see alot of people on this forum who are "economic emigrants" wanting to move to Norway. I just want to get my point accross feel free to add comments if you live here and feel differently. I have been contated on this site by people wanting to ...
My experience is that although it is not open, there is a LOT of discrimination against non-Norwegians. Try to rent an apartment and as soon as they discover that you are not Norwegian then things change. Try to get a job and even if you have ... Read More
Are you happy in Norway? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Norway? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
Not such a good experience for me. I find that I am constantly having to try and prove myself at work, and that those of us at work who are not Scandinavian, have far less opportunities. It seems like the best jobs are reserved for ... Read More
LOOKING FOR FRIENDS LOVE IN RIDING BICYCLE IN NITTEDAL, ^^ by Le ngoc thanh Quynh
Hi, Everyone Im Quynh. Im in Hakadal district. And i have a habbit is riding bicycle in every morning or evening. i wish that i will have a few of friends can take part in cycling with me. it would be fun if you have some stories need exchange or ...
Hi, I have my cycle stored in Rotnes, and sometimes go out cycling from there, so if you are still interested in cycling then let me know. I love cycling and go most days when I am not working, thanks Jerry Read More
Wanting to meet international or local Norwegian friends by littlemissbarbieydoll
Hi, I am new in Oslo.. I am bored these whole December since my classes for Norsk Language will start on January, I wonder if there are any of you interested in meeting and having some lunch or coffee and chit-chats.. exchange esperiences, stories, ...
Hi, Just to ask if you are still in the Oslo area? I am working in Norway and I am also foreign, would be good to meet up sometime if you are around the Oslo area, thanks Jerry Read More
Moving to Oslo, Norway by umairbz
Hello Boys and Girls, I shall be moving very soon to Oslo (like this weekend!). I am moving from Qatar which is a total opposite of Norway so it shall be a very interesting experience (i am quite sure). As I wont be coming here at the best of ...
At the moment, it is not that cold in Oslo, with daytime temperatures around 1-4 degrees. For the first few days after arrival you will notice it, but you may be surprised that it does not feel colder than it should. If you are planning on ... Read More