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Free e-course on moving to Norway
Are you moving to Norway and looking for insider tips and cultural insights? Take this free "Moving to Norway" e-course.
Oslopolitan Voices: How to ace a job interview in Norway
8 tips for acing your job interview by Lorelou Desjardins, author of the "Frog in the Fjord" blog.
Oslopolitan Voices: Unique food and coffee scenes
Hazim Richard Lee writes about his family's favorite food and coffee spots in Oslo. Learn about the city's rich coffee and food scenes through his eyes and discover hidden gems.
Thriving in the Nordic winter season
Experiencing true Norwegian winter means trying different activities and making the most of the season. Read tips on essential winter tips and about different organizations you can join.
Starting a business in Norway
Are you thinking of starting your own company? Maybe the dream job you've been looking for is your own business.
Oslo as a Peace City
Oslo, Norway’s capital, is renowned as the home of the Nobel Peace Prize and a hub for international diplomacy and conflict resolution. The city’s commitment to dialogue, human rights, and global conflict mediation solidifies its reputation as a peace capital.
Insider tips for career development
Here is some career advice from the “Build your Career in Oslo” event.
Oslopolitan Voices: Vintage shopping in Oslo
This article is written by Hannah Gaffey. She’s a Social Justice Campaign and Event Organiser who has fallen in love with Oslo’s vintage and second hand scene. After spending a little while sifting through thrift stores in Løkka and selling her clothes to fellow Oslo-dwellers, she thought it might be helpful to share her tips for how to create a more ethical and eco-friendly wardrobe with her fellow immigrants.
Oslopolitan Voices: How Oslo is driving the Green Revolution
This article by Ksenia Karpova, a former e-commerce manager at a solar energy startup, explores Oslo's path to sustainability and its green revolution. Learn about key initiatives such as Ullevaal Stadium's vertical solar panels, the Vertikal Nydalen building, and efforts to clean up Oslo fjord. Read exclusive insights from Cori Ready, COO of Marea, shared specifically for this piece.
Oslopolitan Voices: How to get started with cross-country skiing in Oslo
This article is written by Thomas Bassetto, who was an Expats of Oslopolitan ambassador, where he shared his Oslo life. He’s a software engineer turned outdoor enthusiast, and after his own experience learning cross-country skiing in Oslo, he felt inspired to put together a practical guide to help other beginners get started.
Oslopolitan Voices: How to build a referral network
This article is written by Kaan Salli, who was an Expats of Oslopolitan ambassador, where he shared his Oslo life. He is a founder, a career coach and business mentor at "Sammen om en Jobb". Kaan wants to share his experience on building a referral network in Norway and how he built his professional network through volunteering.
Explore Oslomarka: Top activities to embrace this fall
Fall is the idea time to explore the forest and try different activities such as mushroom foraging, fishing, berry picking, and hiking.
Learning Norwegian boosts your career prospects
Torleif Mæhre, teacher and founder of Norwegian With Tor, shares some tips to help you get your dream job in Norway
Discover the stranger side of Oslo
Looking for unusual things to see and do in Oslo? The latest episode of the Strange Old World podcast has you covered.
Oslo - Ranked best city for work-life balance
A report by Kisi found the Norwegian capital, Oslo, to be the world's best city for work-life balance. According to Kisi's data, workers in Oslo take on average 25 days of vacation a year and get 707 days of paid parental leave. The city also scored highly for remote working, quality and availability of healthcare, and air quality.
Finding housing in Oslo and neighboring counties
With a bit of research and preparation, you can find the perfect place to call home. Here are some tips on how to find housing in Oslo, what to consider when renting or buying an apartment, and some tips on selecting a property.
A city for women
5 reasons why women should consider relocating to Oslo
The Times: Oslo travel guide
The Times has written about Oslo: What to do, where to stay, and why you'll love it. "In a country as obscenely beautiful as Norway, you might expect the capital to be a knockout — and you’d be right. This is a city caught between land and sea, reaching out to touch its namesake fjord and bordered by wooded hills that ripple north to eventually become cloud-tickling mountains. Oslo is defined by its theatrical geography, light, and the whims of the Nordic weather: from the never-dying days of midsummer to the snows of winter."
10 suggestions for a sunny day
Visit Oslo: 10 suggestions for what to do on a sunny day in Oslo
Explore the archipelago this summer
10 highlights to explore in Østfold this summer!
The dos and don’ts of writing a CV
Composing a great CV is a crucial part of securing a job in Norway, and there are some essential things you absolutely need to do to grab employers' attention as well as a few things to avoid, working life expert Karin Ellis writes for The Local.
How is it to live and work in Oslo?
We talked with Josie and Cem about their experiences of living and working in Oslo.
Software engineer Emel embraces the active lifestyle
Emel Varol is a 27 year old software engineer from Turkey. She moved to Oslo two years ago to work at the Norwegian IT-company Cognite.
Software developer Balaji combines an ambitious tech career with family life
Balaji Srinivasan is a 38-year-old software developer from India. He moved to Norway in 2011 and has been working for the Norwegian tech company Nordic Semiconductor.
Business Developer Kai recommend others to move to Oslo now: – The tech scene here is booming
Kai Kreos is a 28-year-old Business Developer from Estonia. She moved to Oslo in March 2021 to work for the Norwegian tech company Kindly. Kindly work with e-commerce and AI, and Kai’s responsible for expanding in the international markets.
The Norwegian gaming Industry
The Norwegian gaming industry needs more international talent to further growth
Discover new towns in the Oslo Region
Work in Horten - a Youtube playlist of why you should consider working and living in Horten
The Newcomer’s Guide to Oslo
Bakken & Bæck is a digital studio based in Oslo and in recent years has had a lot of internationals join their office in Oslo. Here are their tips for internationals relocating to Oslo.
"Oslo is not a big city – it's small and green and perfectly balanced with everything that a capital should have"
VisitOslo partnered with Quoted Magazine to present city secrets and recommendations
Let's Go, Oslo - Launching a business in Oslo
Oslo is one of the fastest growing capitals in Europe and is a top place to launch and build startups. The region gives ambitious entrepreneurs easy access to everything a capital can offer and a culture that supports work-life balance.
What is ‘friluftsliv’? How an idea of outdoor living could help us this winter
Friluftsliv (pronounced “free-loofts-liv”) translates roughly to “open-air living” and is deeply engrained in Norway's heritage.
What to expect as a foreign student in Oslo?
Learn about housing, language, friends, work, activities and what makes Oslo an ideal city for students. Get real and authentic firsthand impressions from international students.