How to move to norway

So you want to move to the world’s happiest country?

Norway has been ranked among the world’s happiest countries for over a decade by the World Happiness Report. The incredible fjords and majestic nature attract visitors from all over the world. If Norway has stolen your heart and you are determined to take on the rewarding endeavour of moving here, here are some tips and resources to get you started.

This guide will be under continual development, so feel free to reach out with what topics you are most interested in learning more about.

The basics

Visas

The first step to moving to Norway is getting permission to legally reside here. The requirements vary drastically depending on citizenship, so check out the requirements through the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI).

Finding a Job

Finding a job in Norway can be challenging, especially if you do not speak Norwegian or you are applying prior to moving here. However, there are a variety of world-leading industries in Norway that are in need of expertise. Job postings are available via Finn.no (Norwegian website) and LinkedIn.

Finding Housing

Most real estate listings are also available on Finn.no, both for rent and for sale. If you are a student or looking for smaller or shared spaces, check out Hybel.no. And for short term, there is always AirBnB for you to explore and find out which area you would like to live in.