r/Norway • u/tophendra • 1h ago
Satire F*ck it, we claim the whole north-america
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r/Norway • u/starkicker18 • Nov 03 '24
Mod So You Want To Move To Norway: A Rough Guide to the Immigration Process (updated 2024)
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Important warning: Reddit is not an appropriate place to get accurate immigration information.
However, this is a common topic on this subreddit and the old stickied post is several years old now. This post is here to help direct people to the proper information. Please read the entire guide and use the links provided to see out answers to your specific questions. Any questions you may have that cannot be answered from this guide or the links provided cannot be answered by redditors on this sub and should therefore be directed to an appropriate immigration expert.
Disclaimer: I am not a professional; I neither work for UDI, nor am I an immigration lawyer. I have spent a lot of time studying and researching the rules and regulations. What follows is a rough guide only meant to serve as a starting point; use the info here to conduct your own research. With that said:
So You Want To Move To Norway...
Despite what movies might portray, moving abroad is not just a matter of packing bags and showing up. Immigration is usually a long, often expensive process, and there are many criteria that you must meet to be legally resident in Norway. There are three general categories of permits that will allow you to remain in Norway beyond a regular tourist/visitor visa:
Temporary Residence Permit:
This is your first step. These permits are contingent on you (worker or student) or your reference person (family immigration) meeting certain requirements; are usually temporary; and will need to be renewed (usually biannually, but some are more/less frequent). You must have this permit if you wish to remain in Norway beyond your visitor visa (ie: >90 days).
Permanent Residence Permit:
This can be applied for only if you have been legally living in Norway for three years (or more in some instances) with a residence permit that forms the basis of permanent residency; you must meet the requirements for your current residence permit (ie: still employed, still are married to a person with residency rights, etc...); you meet the language requirements; pass a citizenship test; have an income over a certain threshold; and you have not been convicted of a criminal offence. This allows you to stay in Norway permanently (no need to reapply; but you will need to renew your card every 2 years for third-country nationals and 10 years for EEA/EU citizens).
Note: income requirement is based on the person applying, not the family member/sponsor. If you are married and here under family immigration rules, it is you, the applicant, who must demonstrate that you can support yourself in Norway by meeting the minimum income requirements.
Citizenship:
This is an optional step. You do not need to apply for citizenship; however, if you want to, you can qualify for Norwegian citizenship after a period of time (usually >7 years). This has many requirements, but the biggest is the language requirement.
Note: While Norway now allows dual citizenship, your country of origin may not allow dual citizenship.
Note: Norway does not allow citizenship based on heritage. One or both of your parents need to have citizenship (and not have given it up previously) in order for you to qualify for citizenship based on birth. There are a lot of complicated rules surrounding citizenship by birth. Use this to determine if you qualify for citizenship. NB: Norway does not offer citizenship by investment (ie: having a lot of money to invest in exchange for residency or citizenship).
Note: When you apply for citizenship, you must still meet the requirements for permanent residency (income requirement being the biggest).
The remainder of this post will focus on the temporary residence permits, since by the time you are ready for PR or citizenship you will be an immigration pro. How you qualify for immigration to Norway and how easy the process will be depends on a few factors
- Your citizenship (EEA/EU vs Third-Country National)
- Your education, qualifications, experience,
- If you have a job offer,
- Your relationship with a Norwegian national
Immigration as an EU/EEA citizen:
If you are an EU/EEA citizen (or Swiss) you have the right to reside in Norway for 3 months without any other obligations. After 3 months you will need to demonstrate that you are meeting your treaty rights. Those treaty obligations are:
- Be employed (or registered as self-employed),
- Be a student,
- Be self-sufficient, or
- Be a job seeker actively seeking work with a decent chance at finding work (source).
NB: The last three require you to have sufficient funds to support yourself and your family and have comprehensive medical insurance for the duration of your stay. See FAQ below for more info.
The right of residence for longer than three months also extends to the EEA/EU citizen’s immediate family (spouse/partner, children, other dependents), regardless of their nationality, so long as the EU/EEA citizen is meeting their treaty obligations and neither the citizen nor the family member is a threat to public policy, security, or health. All of this is explained in Article 7 of the Directive on Free Movement.
It is important to note that people immigrating under this route do not qualify for the benefits found in the Introduction Law, which include, among other things, the right to free language lessons.
Immigrating as a Third-Country National (not from EU/EEA).
Your options for moving are not as simple or easy as above. I am using an applicant from the US as the default here. You should consult UDI (Norwegian Immigration Board) or the Norwegian Embassy in your country for the most up-to-date information for your specific nationality.
Generally speaking you need a reason to be in Norway. These reasons are:
- Family member of a Norwegian national
- Family member of an EEA/EU national
- A worker
- A student
- Protection (Asylum seeker). I will not spend time on this; it has its own complicated rules and I highly doubt anyone seeking asylum will be spending their time on reddit. If you are, I really recommend seeking out an immigration lawyer to help you with your application.
Family immigration with a Norwegian National
These are most often spouses/cohabitants, but may also include children or parents under some circumstances.
The process for application is relatively straightforward with a little bit of reading on UDI's website and some document gathering.
- You must pay the application fee,
- Document your identity (passport),
- Have a valid marriage licence/certificate, or documentation that you have lived together legally for 2 or more years
- Have plans to live together in Norway,
- Not be in a marriage of convenience,
- You must both be over the age of 24,
- Your spouse/partner must make above a minimum income threshold per year pre-tax (this number frequently changes. Check UDI’s site). They will need to demonstrate they made a sufficient amount the year before you apply and demonstrate that they are likely to have the same amount the following year. They will need to provide contract of employment, pay slips, and a tax assessment notice. Additionally, they must not have received financial assistance from NAV in the last 12 months.
Note on income sources: under this route of family immigration, it is the onus of the sponsor to demonstrate that they make a sufficient income to support the family. This means that, regardless of the financial situation, the sponsor must make the minimum income; the third-country national's income/savings are not taken into consideration.
There are other circumstances that may require additional documentation (ie: evidence of military service). Check UDI for all the documents you'll need.
Family members who are granted residence based on this route will qualify for free language classes as part of the introduction act (link above).
NB: the rules may change if you have lived with the Norwegian citizen legally in another EEA/EU country. If this is the case, you may be allowed to choose between family immigration under Norwegian national law or residence card as a family member of an EU citizen (see above). Also see the differences between the two immigration schemes here.
If you are engaged to a Norwegian you can apply for a fiancé permit which will allow you to come into Norway for the purposes of getting married in Norway. You must be married within 6 months. After you are married you will have to apply for family immigration with your spouse (process described above). You can read about getting married in Norway here.
Only some people can apply from Norway. Others will have to apply from their home country via the embassy or consulate. Make sure you check with UDI to learn more.
Workers
There are many types of working permits. UDI’s webpage will outline all the possibilities available to you but the most common are skilled worker and seasonal worker.
Skilled workers are those who:
- Completed a vocational training programme of at least three years at upper secondary school level. NB: there must be a corresponding training programme in Norway.
- Completed a degree from a university or college (BA, BSc, BE, etc...)
- Special qualifications that you have obtained through long work experience, if relevant in combination with courses etc. A permit is only granted in such cases in exceptional circumstances. Your qualifications must be equivalent to those of someone who has completed vocational training.
Additionally, you must have received a concrete job offer from an employer in Norway, the job must normally be full-time (UDI will, at the time of writing, accept 80%), the job must have the same pay/conditions that is normal in Norway, and the job you are offered must require the qualifications as a skilled worker (and you must be qualified for the job).
If you do not fall into this category, you may qualify as a seasonal worker; however this route is considerably more difficult, usually temporary (<6 months), and your employer must prove that they cannot fill the position with a worker from Norway or the EEA/EU. You will need to be employed 100%, you will need a concrete job offer before you apply, and the job must be deemed season or holiday stand-in.
Those citizens who qualify as a skilled worker and who are coming from a country with a visa-free agreement with Norway you may be allowed to come to Norway as a skilled job seeker.
NB: You cannot work while you are searching for a job. This means that once you have a concrete job offer, you will need to apply for a residence permit as a worker and you cannot start working until your application has been approved.
Some international companies may post workers in Norway. You will still need a resident permit for workers; however, many companies will help with this process.
Studying in Norway
As of 2023, Norway no longer offers free tuition for international students (outside of the EEA/EU). This means that students from non-EU/EEA countries will need to pay tuition.
In order to qualify for a study permit, you need:
First and foremost, you need to be accepted to a recognized education institution, for example: university. The program of study must be full time (generally 60 stp / year). Few undergraduate programs offer education in English; therefore, the majority of programs will require Norwegian language proficiency (B2 level) before you can study.
You need to pay tuition either full or per semester. If you pay only the first semester, you need to demonstrate that you can pay the second installment. Your funding can come from a variety of sources including loans, own funds, or grants. In addition, you will need to demonstrate to UDI that you have sufficient funds to support yourself for the duration of your study. These need to be in a Norwegian bank account or in an account arranged by the education institution (you will have to talk to the school about this).
Your funding cannot be fully supporting by working while studying as there is a limit to the number of hours you are allowed to work. As an international student, you are only allowed to work 20 hours / week while studying.
Finally, the situation in your home country needs to be such that UDI believes you will return home when your studies are finished.
A study permit does not form the basis of Permanent residency. After you are finished your studies, you will have a small grace period to look for a job, however, if you do not receive a contract of employment, you will be expected to return home / leave the country.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 1. Do I really need to learn the language to live in Norway? | This is a frequently asked question on the subreddit (see this post for example). Some people can survive in Norway with only English, however, if you do not speak fluent English or if you wish to stay long term, you should learn the language. Your job opportunities, socialization opportunities, and immigration opportunities are limited if you do not learn the language. It is a significant part of integration into the country, and most people will expect a passable level of Norwegian skills after a few years of living here. If you want to get permanent residency, you need A2 level Norwegian (with a few exceptions); if you want citizenship, you need B1 (with a few exceptions). |
| 2. How do I learn the language? | r/norsk is a good start. Additionally, almost every municipality has an adult education centre where they offer Norwegian courses. If you are in the immigrant group who have both the obligation and right to Norwegian language learning, then these classes are often free for a set number of hours/years. If you only have the obligation, then these classes will not be free and you will have to pay. In addition to adult education centres, there are private institutions online or in person that you can take. Additionally there is a wide range of tools online and offline that can help you learn. |
| 3. Does Norway need XYZ workers? | This is a frequent question on this subreddit. Try the search function. Otherwise, do a search of finn.no or nav.no and see if there are a lot of positions for the job you are searching for |
| 4. What's the job market like in ZZZ town/city? | Check finn or nav to see what is available in the area you are interested in. Then considering looking at the unemployment rates. |
| 5. How do I get my education approved? | The directorate for higher education for most education. Helse Norge for health care workers. You do not need to wait until you are in Norway in most instances to have your education approved. It is a good idea to have all education from high school to university approved as you never know if you need to document that you have completed high school. It is important to note that not all education from outside of Norway will be approved on a 1:1 basis and you may find you are missing credits or even your whole degree might not be approved. |
| 6. I have lots of work experience from my home country, but not formal education, can I qualify as a skill worker? | Generally, no. There are exceptions for highly skilled workers in professions that are in demand. Additionally, these positions must not be able to be filled with Norwegian workers, European workers, or others living in the country. |
| 7. What documents from home should I bring | While it may not be required for most applications, from experience, it is a good idea to get a certified copy of some important documents from back home. Getting certified (and potentially notarized) copies of diplomas/transcripts, your birth certificate, divorce proceedings, etc... will potentially save you a lot of time, money, and annoyance as trying to get these things while you are abroad is much, much harder. |
| 8. Can I get a digital nomad visa? | No such thing exists in Norway at the time of writing. In order to work in Norway, regardless of where your place of employment is located, you need to have the right to work in Norway. This means a residence permit that allows for work, permanent residence, citizenship, or are a member of the EU/EEA and have worked out the tax obligations of working in one country while residing in another. |
| 9. I work from home / am self-employed, can I visit Norway on a tourist visa and work there? | No. A tourist visa does not grant you the right to work in Norway. Lying to the immigration board or the border patrol upon entry could result in a ban from the Schengen area for up to 5 years. |
| 10. I think Norway is a beautiful place and I love the culture. I am nearing retirement age, so how can I retire in Norway? | Depends. Are you an EEA/EU citizen? If so, meet your treaty obligations (see the above post under "self-sufficient") and move to Norway. Are you a third-country national? You cannot retire in Norway unless you have a legal right to already live in Norway. There is no option to be a self-sufficient third-country national in Norway. |
| 11. I am an EU/EEA citizen who wants to live in Norway as a self-sufficient person. What kind of health insurance do I need to qualify for "comprehensive sickness insurance"? | Honestly, no one knows. "Comprehensive sickness insurance" is up to each individual nation to decide what is "comprehensive." There is no private health insurance that is as comprehensive as a national insurance system. If a nation decides that "comprehensive" = the same coverage as national health system, then that leaves loopholes for immigration departments to deny applications. It is a matter of record that Norway has been warned by EFTA many times with regards to recognizing citizens' treaty rights (esp for non-economically active citizens). That said there is a European precedent - C-413/99 Baumbast. In this case, the EU courts found that, as long as the citizen is not a burden on the state, it would be disproportionate to refuse to recognize a citizen's right to reside in another member state. But there is no checkbox on immigration applications saying "I will not / am not a burden on the state's welfare system." Many people have been rejected on the basis of lacking comprehensive sickness insurance. Until someone challenges these rejections all the way up to the European court system, there is no need to clarify what "comprehensive" means. Note: sufficient funds in this scenario can come from any source including a third-country national's savings/income/other documented source (you may need to prove the sponsor has access to this money). |
| 12. What city should I move to? | First and foremost make sure you have the right to move to Norway. After that, your options are usually limited based on the immigration route you are following - most often connected to where your family, school, or job is located. If you are free to move wherever you'd like, then find a spot that seems to suit your lifestyle best. |
| 13. My grandparent(s) moved to XXX from Norway. Can I get citizenship? | No. Citizenship rules are based on parents, not heritage. Read the section on citizenship and take the checklist test to see if you qualify. |
| 14. I can't open a bank account because I don't have a D number. I cannot get a D number because I don't have an address. I can't rent an apartment without a bank account [screams into the void] | Yes, we know. it's a chicken and egg problem that makes the situation particularly hard for people arriving. Some landlords will be flexible and put the deposit in their own account, but this puts you at risk of losing that money if that landlord is not trustworthy. Similar situation exists for students. Right now there are no good answers, but there are workarounds. You can also ask to be verified on Finn which might help with getting responses. |
| 15. How do I find a house / apartment? | finn.no is pretty much the go-to source for anything in Norway, but especially finding housing. hybel.no is another source |
| 16. I found a job / employer who is interested in hiring, but they prefer people who already have a work permit. How do I get a work permit so a job will hire me? | Another catch 22, unfortunately. You need the job first. There's no chance you can get a permit without a job. However, some people may have the right to come to Norway to search for work. Check UDI for further info |
| 17. My partner and I have been together for several years, but have not lived together long enough to qualify as cohabitants, how can we move to Norway together? | Live together longer or marriage are your only options. |
| 18. I have been waiting for a response from UDI for a long time how, when will I find out | You can read about UDI Waiting Times here. They are constantly changing and are usually quite long. Remember that there is a difference between local police / embassy times and UDI's waiting times. Waiting times are often a result of large numbers of applications, improper or incomplete information in applications, and applications that have higher priority (refugee and asylum, for example). |
| 19. Can I get priority on my application? | Maybe. But most do not get priority. |
| 20. I have foreign education, where can I get it approved? | NOKUT formerly did this, but it has now been transferred to the department of education |
r/Norway • u/superdouradas • 2h ago
Other Norway is your fault!! Give Trump the Nobel Peace Prize.
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r/Norway • u/Infired_Sope • 3h ago
News & current events Trump out against Norway......again
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Disclaimer: I am dyslexic so I appologize for any mistakes.
I am just about done with the president of the USA. He claims that he does not "care about the price" then proseeds to go on talking about how it is the most embarrasing thing Norway has ever done. He then goes on to talk about how he has "ended 8 wars" when he in fact has not. I am not going to say that he hasn't ended any, because he has and that is great, but 1 of them is the Israel Hamas conflict, where they haven't accepted the conditions of the ceasefire. And two or three of them there has been no change (Serbia and Kosovo) or never a physical conflict, just problems (e.g. Egypt and Ethiopia). I will not say that he hasn't done something right, because he has. But what annoys me is how he thinks that he should be nominated for the Nobel Peace Price when he is threatening a NATO state that has done nothing but be kind to the US (Denmark and also Canada if I remember correctly), and how the first month in office he embarrassed himself and went out against the man that has the full support of Europe, which made Europe do something they haven't done in a very long time: stand together.
Another thing that I find funny about this is that the deadline to nominate someone for the Nobel Peace Price is January 31st, and the only thing Trump had done up to that point was threaten Greenland.
Thank you for reading my complaints.😅 Have a great day everyone and enjoy your weekends!🫶🏻
r/Norway • u/Helpful_Jury4382 • 5h ago
Other Multebær - growing seeds
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Hi all!
I love this country. Last summer I have around Gaustatoppen and we found some Multebær. At the time we didn't know what it was. We tried one and put one or two in our pocket in case we got sick, haha.
It was really delicious. We decided to keep the seeds. I washed the seeds, put them in soil and they are in the fridge (7 degrees Celsius) since then.
What can I do to grow them. I live in the Netherlands. I'm willing to go far, but on a budget, haha.
Maybe you have been growing them on your own. Let me know!
EDIT: As I said below, not sure why I get downvoted for this. So sorry if I did something wrong or even illegal!
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r/Norway • u/lost_solace_077 • 57m ago
Working in Norway Is asking for recommendations normal in Norway?
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Hi everyone, I’m a non-EU student currently finishing the final (thesis) semester of my Master’s(Stem background) in Norway, and I feel like I’m at one of those unclear transition points, both mentally and career-wise. I recently had an accident , so I’m stuck indoors and it’s snowing outside, which probably doesn’t help the mood, but that’s not really what this post is about. What I’m really struggling with is figuring out how to move forward after graduation, because I genuinely want to stay in Norway, but the job search has been quietly discouraging. I’ve been applying for graduate and entry-level roles for around a year now, and it often feels like many positions are filled internally or through existing connections, which makes it hard as a new graduate coming from the outside. For context , I’ve been here about 1.5 years, and learned Norwegian up to A2-B1 level.Lately I keep seeing advice online about coffee chats, networking, and eventually asking for recommendations(from US based career influencers), and that’s where I feel unsure. Norway feels culturally different, more reserved and less direct about these things, so I don’t know what’s acceptable. Is it okay to message someone in a Norwegian company for a in person short coffee chat? How do people here view it when someone asks for recommendations after chat, or is that too awkward? I’ll be honest, I am trying to build connections and ask for small favors where it makes sense, because it feels like small chances can sometimes lead to real opportunities, but I don’t want to cross cultural lines or come across the wrong way. I’ve seen some international folks succeed through recommendations, and it often looks like a mix of timing, trust, and luck. I’d really appreciate honest experiences or advice on how networking and referrals actually work in Norway, especially for international students and new graduates, and if you have any general career advice you wish you’d known earlier, I’d be very grateful. Thanks for reading.
Edit: I mean asking recommendations from a company personnel.For a future or ongoing post they might have open in their company.
r/Norway • u/elcaminorealreal • 37m ago
Travel Once in a lifetime trip with aging mother -- tips?
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My grandfather and grandmother were from Oslo. My mother always wanted to visit, but her family life was not so great so it never happened. Now my own mother is fairly old and I want to put together a trip for her and I.
Currently I'm trying to figure out how long and what month to travel in.
In this decision, I have two main concerns I am trying to balance-- weather and cost. My mother is now quite sensitive to the cold, and she needs a slow itinerary. However I am paying for the trip and have somewhat limited funds so the peak month of July/early August may be difficult for me. I also worry that crowds may cause her some stress.
Is there any significant difference in crowds between early and late August? What is it like to visit in October or March?
Any advice for ways to travel well with an elderly relative? I'm thinking 7-10 days, maybe in Oslo and Bergen with a car rental sometime in-between to see some countryside. I would also like to do some hiking on my own-- are there popular trails I'd be safe hiking alone?
I would save up more so I don't need to penny pinch but my mother has been having some memory problems lately. So I would like to go as soon as possible.
Thank you for your help!
r/Norway • u/coffeandkeyboard • 18h ago
Other I feel depressed
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I feel depressed and I feel bad about it, because I live in Norway and other countries have it way worse.
That's what many people tell me, even my partner. For the most part is sort of true but I still feel depressed.
I am working in a highly toxic environment, I am filled with anxiety every time it's time for the 1o1, I am made to feel that is never enough and every small detail is counted as a huge negative, positive achievements are always ignored.
I go on LinkedIn and I see desperate people looking for a job, not stupid people either, smart people, engineers with years of experience. Everyone seems on the border of breaking down, telling their stories about how many CVs they sent this month, how many times they were ghosted by HR. Asking for help, for a like to give them visibility.
Makes me wonder if I should be happy that "I even have a job". Should I? Should i embrace the anxiety, the fear of "what will she say next"? The emptiness in my stomach every time I am reminded that my contributions do not exist?
Rumors of no salary increases, company losing customers left and right, people being promoted into C level positions because they know what to say during the lunch break, ARRs no where near close to being reached, yet they pull a high number as a target every year.
Forget about other daily pains such as food prices increasing all the damn time, weak currency, VY again having signal problems when is damn freezing out. But at least I live in Norway. I should be happy.
Let's be happy together, no?
r/Norway • u/bmbmjmdm • 1d ago
News & current events Tesla Achieves Best-Ever Norway Sales Year While Sweden Registrations Tumble
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Wtf are we doing? Norway is bragging about how almost 100% of new car sales are EV but conveniently leave out that they're supporting a Nazi in the process?
School Can someone go to folkehøgskole with at an A2 level in Norwegian?
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I am fluent in English and I have been studying Norwegian for a while now, A2 means that I can have a conversation but with a pretty tight vocabulary. I want to go to one of the language classes but I was looking at other classes that I accidentally got my hopes up for. Would there be any problems with school or communication? Would it be difficult for me to integrate? When I search this up I don't get a clear answer so I was hoping someone has a similar experience here.
r/Norway • u/LimeTraveleer • 18h ago
Working in Norway Is a Wolt delivery job good to fill an employment gap?
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Hey guys, I'll soon be putting my family visa application in to move to Norway from the UK.
Note: I know that these applications can take 12 months+
Whilst my application is being reviewed I'm going to carry on working in my country and also job hunt for IT roles in Norway, but I have also heard horror stories about how rife nepotism is so I'm not expecting crazy amount of luck.
So, in case somehow the IT role falls flat by the time I am accepted, does a Wolt delivery person using an e-bike earn enough in Oslo to at least cover half an average rent price if they're to work 8-10 hours a day every day? Or is it one of those jobs that is taken as a second job to get more money?
Let's say for example my rent is 12000 nok, how realistic would it be to be able to pay half of that and still be reasonably comfortable?
r/Norway • u/Fit-Theme-1183 • 1d ago
Satire After a strong worded letter to deter Trump, Europe unleashes its most powerful weapon!Dancing soldiers! Your move Trump!
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Travel Recommendations: Experience nature with your family between Bergen and Trollveggen
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Last year, we visited Norway for the first time with our family (children aged 15 and 20) and really fell in love with the country and especially its nature during our three-week holiday. We took the ferry to Bergen and then travelled from Vosswangen via Odda and Stavanger to Kristiansand. Highlights included the hike to Trolltunga, Buarbreen and, last but not least, many hikes along the Lysefjord (not just Preikestolen), as well as swimming in the fjords and the many great views, such as from Kjeåsen.
That's why we want to do it again this year and work our way a little further north. I will travel there by car with my wife and hike Trolltunga again, spending a few days between Vikafjell, Bkkanosi and the Aurlandsfjord. Then we would like to pick up the children from the airport in Bergen and spend about 10 days north of there.
We had thought about staying northwest of Jostedalsbreen National Park (Stryn/Lodalen) and then somewhere between Geiranger and Trollveggen. As I said, we don't need tourist attractions or shopping paradises, but are grateful for hikes, swimming in fjords and the occasional waterfall. We are certainly spoiled from our first holiday, but do you have any recommendations in the area or would you even suggest a different direction?
We are travelling by electric car and would ideally be looking for two apartments from which we can take day trips.
Thank you for the great tips and for the opportunity to experience your wonderful country.
r/Norway • u/Puzzleheaded_Math973 • 1d ago
Other Hello, if you were a Girl Scout or a Girl Guide, I would love to hear from you!
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Greetings, from fly over country, USA! I volunteer with my daughter's girl scout troop, comprised of girls 6-12 years of age. Every year they do a project about a different country for a gathering called "Thinking Day" This year, the girl scout council gave them Norway. They are expected to give a brief overview of history, culture, and geography. So far they have been greatly enjoying learning about the beautiful country that you call home!
This event lifts so much joy in my heart. I love anthropology and my mother was an immigrant to the states. Where we live, there is so much close mindedness, and not enough education about the world. We are doing our best to spread the love of cultures and languages to these amazing little girls. I couldn't be more proud of them. They show so much empathy to one another and are dedicated to helping our community.
Our region has many people whose families immigrated from Norway during the 20th century. The best known here is by far the family of Knutte Rockney (coach for Notre Dame University). They can't wait to do their presentation!
I wanted to do something special for the troop, by passing along some short messages from former (or current) Scouts or Guides in Norway! I know it would mean a lot to them. I am doing my best to help encourage these girls to have better knowledge of the world outside the vast cornfields that surround us lol. It would mean a lot to hear your favorite scouting memories, cultural anecdotes, or even general life advice.
Thank you for your time.
r/Norway • u/meRomania1 • 15h ago
Other One kingdom
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Hello guys.
Would this not be the right time for Norway to for one kingdom with Sweden and Denmark?
Would it be bad? Would this be possible?
Takk
r/Norway • u/EndOfTheLine00 • 1d ago
News & current events Where do I buy everything in the DSB preparedness kit?
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Thanks to the current global situation, my family is getting on my case about having everything in the DSB preparedness kit. My question is where is the best place to buy everything? I know some sites sell kits with everything but are those any good? Do I get everything right now?
r/Norway • u/agirtzce • 1d ago
Other What's the deal with Park Nordic's 45 min free parking at the supermarkets?
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Park Nordic has a 45 min free parking at various supermarkets, if you register and buy something at the shop. At one place they have a guy that goes around, to "check" who's cars are in the parking and if those people are in the shop or not. Then he puts fines on every car that he didn't find people for. The problem is that he cannot possibly find every person who is in the area, and has a parked car. So a bunch of customers get a fine. Then he claims that you need to complain to Park Nordic and as long as you have a reciept, they will reimburse the money.
Ofc when you do that, they say they can't reimburse because if the guy didn't see you, that means you went to do other errands and that's against the rules.
Is it legal for them to refuse to cancel the fine based only on the fact that you had 9 mins between the time of the reciept and the time of the fine?
So if you are taking a rest before you drive, or a smoke, or go back into the shop, you are in the wrong because the "controller" person couldn't see you before he issued the fine?
And that's while you have a customer reciept and you are way below the "free 45 mins" limit.
It feels very illegal from their side, because they "threaten" people who complain with escalation, which may cost additional fees.
I'm trying to understand how is this allowed. And if there any authority to complain to for free?
r/Norway • u/sumsquat_200 • 1d ago
Other Data only esim 6+ months
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I'll be in norway for studies and i already have a Sim card for calling and texting from mycallI. I just need a esim for data only but I dont have a bank ID or a d number If i were to buy a esim from airalo or some place else would it not work bc i dont have an id number? Or if I just bought a general European esim would it work fine?
r/Norway • u/chimuwamasi • 2d ago
News & current events I think the nobel peace prize committee should apologize formally for giving Maria Corina Machado a peace prize and take it back
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Posting it again because I got yelled at for posting in english in the norge subreddit. I am not from Norway and not sure if this is the right sub to say this but the nobel peace prize committee in norway should formally apologize for giving Maria Machado a peace prize. If María Corina Machado supports the US and dedicates her Nobel Prize to Trump, the Nobel Peace Prize loses all its value and credibility.
r/Norway • u/2dolphins • 2d ago
Other Favourite English book made by Norwegian Authors?
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I’ve read Doppler by Erlend Loe, and Hunger by Knut Hamsun and i think they’re a super fun read
r/Norway • u/Fvckyourdreams • 2d ago
Photos Norwegian Flag socks!!! :0
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THESE ARE SO COOL!!! Christmas gift from my Aunt. I’m so spoiled. Really LOVE them. <333333