Is it worth living in Norway?

In recent years, Norway has repeatedly been ranked as ‘the best country to live in’ by the United Nations Human Development Report. This annual ranking is based largely on average levels of education and income, combined with life expectancy, but also factors such as human rights and cultural freedom.

How hard is it to immigrate to Norway?

Moving to Norway isn’t straightforward, but it may not be as difficult as you think, either. Of the 5.37 million people presently living in Norway, almost 15\% were born in another country. The Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI) is responsible for processing residence permit applications.

Can an Australian live in Norway?

Citizens of Australia need a residence permit in order to work or to take up residence for longer than 90 days. Nationals of EU/EEA countries do not need a residence permit to stay or work in Norway. However, all nationals of EU/EEA countries who want to stay for longer than three months must register with the police.

Is it easy to relocate to Norway?

Moving to a new country isn’t ever easy, and while in some ways Norway is an easier place to move to because the language isn’t too difficult to learn (at least for English speakers) and there are a lot of jobs here, but on the other hand Norway has a really small population so it’s strange to be on the outside here.

What are the disadvantages of living in Norway?

The Downsides of Living in Norway

• Finding work.
• Getting a driving license.
• Clearing the UDI immigration hurdles.
• Learning the language.
• The high cost of living.
• It’s difficult to make friends.
• Adjusting to the rain and cold temperatures.
• The cost and availability of alcohol and tobacco.

Is healthcare free in Norway?

Anyone registered as a resident in Norway has a right to access the Norwegian state healthcare system. State healthcare in Norway is not completely free. Healthcare costs are covered by both the state and through patient contributions (user fees).