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Advantages of living in Norway
- Friendly attitude towards foreigners.
- Gender equality in the labor market, in politics and in society as a whole.
- A highly developed country with some of the highest salaries in Europe.
- An extensive social package and reliable pension provision.
- High level of security.
- Proximity to nature, clean mountain air, well-groomed urban areas.
Disadvantages of living in Norway
- Geographical distance from many countries.
- Cold climate with long winters.
- High taxation.
- A cautious approach to foreigners, despite the general friendliness.
- Although English is widely spoken in Norway, it is necessary to learn Norwegian in order to communicate fully and adapt quickly.
- State social insurance covers only a part of medical services.
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Visas to Norway
There are basically three types of visas:
How to get a residence permit and permanent residence in Norway
A residence permit can be obtained for study, employment and family reunification.
To obtain a residence permit, you will need the following documents:
- passport and copies of all pages;
- questionnaire filled out according to the sample;
- 2 photos measuring 3×4 cm;
- confirmation of the availability of housing for living in the country.
Depending on the type of visa, you may need marriage/birth certificates of children, copies of passports of family members, an employment contract or a certificate from the place of work, proof of financial security. All documents must be translated into English or Norwegian and notarized.