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Intro: How to make the move

Oslo combines urban Nordic cool with unspoiled nature. Whatever stage you are in work and life-in-general, we are happy that you are considering Oslo as your next home and look forward to welcoming you here.

To help you navigate and prepare for your move, check out the tips below. If you’ve already moved to Oslo, refer to Relocation Resources and explore the Oslopolitan website to connect with valuable networks and the many community resources available to you.For detailed information on immigration requirements specific to you, visit UDI, the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration.

  1. 01 Do I need a job?
  2. 02 Find a job in Norway
  3. 03 Recognition of foreign education
  4. 04 Secure your residence permit
  5. 05 How to get a D-number or national identification number
  6. 06 Open a Norwegian bank account
  7. 07 How to find housing in Oslo
  8. 08 Bring your family
  9. 09 Relocation services and customs
  10. 10 Cost of living in Oslo
  11. 11 Weather & climate in Oslo
  12. 12 Things to consider & what to expect in Oslo
  13. 13 Are you moving to Oslo as a student?
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01 Do I need a job?

Even Oslopolitans work, believe it or not! Sorting out a job before moving to Oslo is an important step toward getting a residence permit. Different rules apply to different citizens, depending on what sort of agreement your country have with ours.

Work in Oslo - Jan software engineer

Jan moved to Norway and really likes the flexibility that employers offer.
"It is easy to stay productive at work, but also have a great life outside of work".

If you are a non-EU/EEA citizen, you will need to have a valid work contract in place before your move. The work contract should normally be fulltime and the job should require qualifications as a skilled worker. If you have been offered a position of at least 80%, this will usually be accepted.

If you are an EU/EEA citizen, you are eligible to stay in Norway for up to 6 months without a resident permit. In order for this to apply, you need to register with the police within the first three months of your stay.

We have written an extensive article about the nuts and bolts of resident permits in Norway, please find it here. You can also have a look at “Secure your visa and permits” below for more information on how to proceed.

If you want to learn more about how to find a job in Norway as well as the average salary, working culture, tax regulations and more, please check out our “Work in the Oslo Region” section.

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