Expat Guide to Living in Oslo

More Culture Shock Reports for Oslo

Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Oslo handle it can be very comforting. Below are some of the responses from expats in Oslo:

Culture Shock in Oslo, Norway

Culture Shock in Oslo, Norway

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More Living in Oslo Reports

What are people's priorities in Oslo - work? family? socializing? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Below are some of the responses from expats in Oslo:

Living in Oslo, Norway

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More Moving to Oslo Reports

What should you take with you when you move to Oslo? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Oslo? Below are some of the responses from expats in Oslo:

Moving to Oslo, Norway

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International School Report

Parents are invited to answer questions about the schools that their kids attend (Pre-K through High School) in hopes of helping others moving to Oslo with the school selection process. If you have expat children who attend school in Oslo, take a few minutes to submit a School Review.

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Dream vs. Reality Report

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Oslo. If you are already living in Oslo, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not by filling out our Dream vs. Reality Report.

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Overseas Retirement Report

Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Oslo by filling out our Overseas Retirement report.

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Having a Baby in Oslo Reports

How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Oslo? Below are some of the reports from expats in Oslo:

Having a Baby in Oslo, Norway

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Working Abroad Report

What's it like to find a job in Oslo? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Oslo? Help others following in your footsteps by filling out our Working Abroad Report.

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