Your complete guide to a successful move to Norway

I'm Ingrid, an expat of 7 years. I'm sharing everything I wish I had known before settling here with my family.

Preparing your move Discover my story

"Living in Oslo with my husband and our two children, I experience the Norwegian adventure every day."

— Ingrid

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7 years of experience

An expat since 2018, I've been through every stage of settling in Norway

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Mum of 2

I know the specific challenges of moving abroad as a family

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Verified 2026 data

Official sources: Skatteetaten, SSB, Regjeringen. Figures updated for the 2026 edition.

Where to start?

The 6 essential steps to a successful move to Norway

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Preparing your move

Documents, paperwork and organisation before the big leap

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Finding housing

Tips for finding your cosy nest in Norwegian cities

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Working in Norway

The job market, job hunting and workplace culture

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Insurance and healthcare

The healthcare system, insurance and medical paperwork

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Sending your children to school

Schools, nurseries and the Norwegian education system

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Understanding the cost of living

Budget, prices and everyday money management

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My free tools to help you

Simulators and generators to make your paperwork easier

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Currency converter

Today's rate and history for your conversions

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Søknad generator

Create your cover letter the Norwegian way

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Budget simulator

Estimate your monthly budget based on your situation

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Quiz "Which city?"

Find the Norwegian city that's right for you

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They took the leap thanks to my advice

Stories from families who have settled in Norway

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Thanks to Ingrid, I avoided so many mistakes! Her housing advice saved me months of searching.

Marie

Oslo since 2023

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The Fødselsnummer guide saved me! Everything was clear and I got my number in 3 weeks.

Thomas

Bergen since 2024

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As a mum, the information on schools and nurseries was exactly what I needed. Thank you Ingrid!

Sophie

Trondheim since 2022

Your complete guide to a successful move to Norway

7 years of experience

Mum of 2

Verified 2026 data

Where to start?

Preparing your move

Finding housing

Working in Norway

Insurance and healthcare

Sending your children to school

Understanding the cost of living

My free tools to help you

Currency converter

Søknad generator

Budget simulator

Quiz "Which city?"

They took the leap thanks to my advice

Where to settle in Norway?

Oslo

Bergen

Trondheim

Stavanger

Prepare your move with peace of mind