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What do expats find most challenging?

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

"Cultural arrogance -- Notion that all things Norwegian are best, without testing the differences. Fear of confrontation and honesty," commented one expat who made the move to Oslo, Norway.

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"Expats in Oslo often find the language barrier to be one of the most challenging aspects of the local culture. Norwegian is the official language, and many Norwegians do not speak English fluently. Additionally, the Norwegian culture is quite reserved and formal, which can be difficult for expats to adjust to. Furthermore, the cost of living in Oslo is quite high, making it difficult for expats to find affordable housing and other necessities. Finally, the weather in Oslo can be quite extreme, with long, dark winters and short, cool summers," remarked another expat in Oslo, Norway.

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