https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Norway in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed Many newcomers to Norway dream of building friendships with fellow parents who understand the experiences and trials of parenthood. We've put together a roadmap to make the process easier. https://www.thelocal.no/20240311/how-to-make-friends-with-other-parents-in-norway Mon, 11 Mar 2024 13:51:58 +0100 how-to-make-friends-with-other-parents-in-norway If you're considering moving to Norway, Bergen has plenty going for it. Here's why you should consider the biggest city on Norway's west coast. https://www.thelocal.no/20240930/six-reasons-why-foreigners-should-move-to-bergen Mon, 30 Sep 2024 15:54:38 +0200 six-reasons-why-foreigners-should-move-to-bergen While Norway allows anyone to buy property in the country, the reality of trying to purchase a property while being a non-resident is far more complicated. https://www.thelocal.no/20240130/can-non-residents-buy-property-in-norway Tue, 30 Jan 2024 13:11:38 +0100 can-non-residents-buy-property-in-norway Moving ranks as one of life’s greatest stressors and moving overseas definitely amplifies the anxiety. But as an American who’s immigrated twice to Norway (and doesn’t speak Norwegian yet), Kimberly Singleton has a few tips to streamline the process. https://www.thelocal.no/20251105/get-expert-help-how-americans-can-make-the-move-to-norway-easier Wed, 05 Nov 2025 17:22:14 +0100 get-expert-help-how-americans-can-make-the-move-to-norway-easier Waiting for a residence permit in Norway can feel like your life is on pause. You’re physically here, but the legal limbo leaves you uncertain about what you can and can't do - especially when it comes to working or volunteering. https://www.thelocal.no/20251121/udi-limbo-can-i-work-or-volunteer-in-norway-whilst-waiting-for-residency-permit Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:58:41 +0100 udi-limbo-can-i-work-or-volunteer-in-norway-whilst-waiting-for-residency-permit Navigating Norway's immigration laws can be complex. Fortunately, several organisations provide free guidance to people facing immigration challenges. https://www.thelocal.no/20240213/explained-where-to-get-free-immigration-advice-in-norway Tue, 13 Feb 2024 12:02:18 +0100 explained-where-to-get-free-immigration-advice-in-norway A cabin up in the Norwegian mountains is a pretty idyllic proposition, but there are a number of essential questions you’ll need to ask yourself before you dive right in. https://www.thelocal.no/20250319/the-questions-you-need-to-ask-yourself-before-buying-a-norwegian-holiday-home Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:18:42 +0100 the-questions-you-need-to-ask-yourself-before-buying-a-norwegian-holiday-home Many international citizens moving to Norway find comfort in job or rental contracts written in English, often a familiar language. But are such contracts valid in Norway? https://www.thelocal.no/20250116/are-contracts-written-in-english-valid-in-norway Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:20:15 +0100 are-contracts-written-in-english-valid-in-norway Whether its the work-life balance or a desire to try something new, many dream of a life in Norway. Here's what you need to know about moving to Norway as an American. https://www.thelocal.no/20220822/explained-how-americans-can-move-to-norway Mon, 22 Aug 2022 17:08:40 +0200 explained-how-americans-can-move-to-norway Whether you're dealing with legal issues, mental health struggles, or the complexities of settling in the country, there's an organisation in Norway ready to assist you. https://www.thelocal.no/20241204/17-organisations-you-can-turn-to-for-help-if-you-live-in-norway Wed, 04 Dec 2024 13:27:27 +0100 17-organisations-you-can-turn-to-for-help-if-you-live-in-norway Moving to a new country comes with plenty of unexpected lessons and surprises. Norway is no different, and here are six things you'll need to know before the move. https://www.thelocal.no/20240507/five-useful-things-to-know-before-you-move-to-norway Tue, 07 May 2024 18:43:46 +0200 five-useful-things-to-know-before-you-move-to-norway For many foreigners considering retiring to Norway, the idea of using their own savings seems straightforward. However, doing so is not as simple as it might be in some other countries. https://www.thelocal.no/20241011/can-you-retire-to-norway-on-your-own-savings Fri, 11 Oct 2024 14:05:19 +0200 can-you-retire-to-norway-on-your-own-savings The Local's Mari Wachelke spoke to three international residents from different countries and industries whose careers flourished after moving to Norway. https://www.thelocal.no/20250819/dont-give-up-how-a-move-to-norway-can-be-good-for-your-career Tue, 19 Aug 2025 17:54:34 +0200 dont-give-up-how-a-move-to-norway-can-be-good-for-your-career Many wishing to move to Norway for work must hold a residence permit for skilled workers. So what happens if your qualifications don't exactly line up with your job offer? https://www.thelocal.no/20230426/norwegian-work-permits-what-happens-if-your-qualifications-dont-match-the-job Wed, 26 Apr 2023 18:35:43 +0200 norwegian-work-permits-what-happens-if-your-qualifications-dont-match-the-job People who have close family in Norway can apply for family immigration. In some cases, authorities will request an interview with the applicant or their reference person. Here's what you should expect in such interviews. https://www.thelocal.no/20230117/what-you-should-expect-in-a-family-immigration-interview-in-norway Tue, 17 Jan 2023 11:25:26 +0100 what-you-should-expect-in-a-family-immigration-interview-in-norway Considering a move to Norway? Before you pack your bags, it's important to understand whether life in the country aligns with your lifestyle and expectations. https://www.thelocal.no/20240219/six-questions-that-will-answer-whether-norway-is-the-place-for-you Mon, 19 Feb 2024 17:36:34 +0100 six-questions-that-will-answer-whether-norway-is-the-place-for-you Don't underestimate the legal hurdles of immigrating to Norway as a pensioner or a worker approaching retirement age if you're not a Norwegian citizen or don't already live in the country. Here are the key things you need to know for the process to be as smooth as possible. https://www.thelocal.no/20221220/explained-can-you-move-to-norway-to-retire Tue, 20 Dec 2022 16:13:35 +0100 explained-can-you-move-to-norway-to-retire The earnings requirements for family immigration permits in Norway was increased at the beginning of February. Here are how the rules work. https://www.thelocal.no/20250127/how-the-income-requirements-for-family-immigration-to-norway-will-change Mon, 27 Jan 2025 13:24:34 +0100 how-the-income-requirements-for-family-immigration-to-norway-will-change Norway lags behind other Nordic countries in government action to attract highly skilled foreign workers, the heads of the business development arms in Oslo and Trondheim have told The Local. https://www.thelocal.no/20241112/what-could-norways-government-do-to-attract-and-keep-highly-skilled-foreign-workers Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:50:00 +0100 what-could-norways-government-do-to-attract-and-keep-highly-skilled-foreign-workers Adapting to Norway's long, cold winters can feel like an extreme sport, but there comes a point when you realise you've cracked the code. These are the telltale signs. https://www.thelocal.no/20241118/seven-signs-youve-mastered-winter-like-a-norwegian Mon, 18 Nov 2024 16:50:47 +0100 seven-signs-youve-mastered-winter-like-a-norwegian