What do expats find most challenging?

We asked expats and digital nomads what they find the most challenging about the local culture in Stavanger. They wrote...

"Expats in Stavanger often find the language barrier to be the most challenging aspect of the local culture. The Norwegian language can be difficult to learn and understand, and many expats find it difficult to communicate with locals. Additionally, the Norwegian culture is quite different from many other cultures, and expats may find it difficult to adjust to the local customs and traditions. Furthermore, the cost of living in Stavanger is quite high, and expats may find it difficult to afford the local prices," remarked another expat in Stavanger, Norway.

"Norwegian people in general can seem to be very rude, and you can often feel as if everyone is looking down their nose at you. They also tend to dress very well, so wearing jeans and a t-shirt when going out is usually frowned upon. Some restaurants or bars/nightclubs even have a dress code and won't let you in if you aren't "acceptable", which can be embarrassing. Almost everything is closed on Sundays, and opening hours on Saturdays are limited. And of course, everything here is ridiculously expensive! It has also been rather difficult for me to get a job outside of school because I do not speak the language well enough yet," said a member in Stavanger, Norway.

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What do expats find most challenging?

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