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Expats' Guide to Bergen
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Bergen.

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Bergen.

Culture Shock in Bergen, Norway
An woman who moved to Norway with her Norwegian husband discusses how not being fluent in the language has impacted her social life and overall adjustment to life in Norway. She advised others moving to Bergen to make a major effort to learn the language. Plus, she suggested that expats find a few indoor hobbies to keep themselves busy and preoccupied when it's raining.
Questions & Answers:
- What do I need to know before moving to Bergen?
- How do I find a place to live in Bergen?
- What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Bergen?
- What is the average cost of housing in Bergen?
- Should I buy or rent a home in Bergen?
- What should I pack when moving to Bergen?
- What cultural faux pas should I try to avoid making in Bergen?
- What advice do you have for expats having a baby in Bergen?
- What are healthcare services like in Bergen?
- Is the cost of living in Bergen high?
- Will I save money living in Bergen?
- Why do people move to Bergen?
- How are healthcare services Bergen?
- What are medical services in Bergen like?