Living in Oslo guide for expats

All the information you need to relocate and live in Oslo.

Our selection of articles for expatriation in Oslo

Developing your professional network in Oslo

Oslo is not the biggest city; networking will help you stay connected and discover new opportunities. Whether you are already ...

The networking etiquette in Oslo 

From deciding what to wear and choosing a topic of conversation, there are clear dos and don'ts when it comes to networking ...

Buying property in Oslo

House prices in Oslo have been on the rise for the past decade, and although the market is beginning to stabilize, the housing ...

Accommodation in Oslo

Rental places in Oslo are competitive, and prices are overall high. High living costs are well-expected across the Scandinavian ...

Popular neighbourhoods in Oslo

Welcome to Oslo! Once you familiarise yourself with the neighbourhoods in Oslo, it will be much easier to navigate the city ...

The labour market in Oslo

High wages and an exceptionally high quality of life draw many expats to Norway's capital city. Expats will find that the job ...

Finding a job in Oslo

Norway has strict immigration and work permit rules that make it difficult to find a job. In many cases, expats will be applying ...

The work culture in Oslo

Companies in Norway offer attractive work environments that provide a good work-life balance; it is precisely for this reason ...

Getting around Oslo

Expats in Oslo don't need to worry about getting around the city. Norway's capital has extensive train, bus, tram, ferry ...

Studying in Oslo

Oslo is a great city to be a student in. With high-quality degree programs in many fields and a wide selection of exchange ...

Student life in Oslo

Students will need to start planning their studies in Oslo well before arrival. There are a lot of details to work out, like ...

Discovering Oslo

Expats arriving in the Norwegian capital city of Oslo might expect different things: a sight of the beautiful fjords touted on ...

Things to do on weekdays in Oslo

Many expats are intimidated by Oslo's colder climate. Luckily, the city offers a wide range of both indoor and outdoor ...

Things to do in Oslo alone, with your family or your partner

Aside from easily accessible weekday activities in Oslo, the city offers seasonal activities to suit every preference. Some of ...

Sports in Oslo

Norwegians are an active bunch and weather is no obstacle. You will see youngsters playing soccer in the pouring rain or even ...