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Intro: Relocation nuts & bolts

You’ve moved to Oslo, landed a job and a place to live. Velkommen! You undoubtedly have a few questions about things like healthcare, paid vacation and taxes. We've got you covered here.

  1. 01 Transportation
  2. 02 Learn the Norwegian language
  3. 03 Norwegian work culture
  4. 04 Employment rights
  5. 05 Health and welfare benefits and eligibility
  6. 06 The Norwegian tax system
  7. 07 Schools and kindergartens
  8. 08 How to start a company in Oslo
  9. 09 Navigate the startup ecosystem
  10. 10 Obtaining and Exchanging a Driver's License in Norway
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01 Transportation

Getting around Oslo and surrounding areas.

public transport oslo electric ferry Oslo fjord

Photo: Christine Baglo/VisitNorway.com

Public transportation

Oslo one of the greenest, most compact capitals in the world. It ranks 4th in Europe as a destination for visitors with disabilities.

The city is well connected by public transport, including a subway, street trams, trains, buses, ferries, and bicycle and scooter sharing.

Download the Ruter app for weekly, monthly and annual passes for public transportation, including commuter ferries to local islands.

Outside of Oslo, Brakar or Østfold Kollektivtrafikk are local public transport providers. The app Entur shows public transport options available throughout Norway.

Find more info on the City of Oslo and Visit Oslo websites.

Walking and cycling

Oslo is ideal for walking. Crossing the city center takes only about half an hour.

Cycling is popular too, and there are subscription service for city bikes available. The City of Oslo website provides cycling routes and other resources.

Parking and driving

Oslo is transitioning to a car-free city, so parking is limited.

Use the app "Bil i Oslo" topay for parking. The app also can be used for residential street parking permits.

To rent a car for short- or long term use, check out services like Hyre, Otto, Fleks, iMove, Shft, Swap. You can rent for a day, weekend, month or even a year.

Check out the video by Norway with Pål to learn more about the public transport system in Oslo.