ECS
American expat in Norway
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About me
American
Lives in Holmestrand, Vestfold
Speaks English, German, Icelandic, French, Norwegian
Registration: 21 July 2006
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I need Norway citizenship by gsgshshgs621
My name is Khurram shehzad I am Pakistani I live in Kuwait I try to Norway citizenship many time but not right way I have no response but my father family s live in Norway 40year ago but his not supporting me my parents was lost pls help me thanks ...
based on what you say in your post, I filled out this citizenship wizard. Was your parent who lived in Norway a citizen or just a resident at the time? https://www.udi.no/en/want-to-apply/citizenship/?g=7&stb-for=n&c=pak Read More
How to use DUF number for tracking my visa status on my own? by imaspr
I've got my Duf number.but i dont know where can I enter my duf number in udi to check my visa process .
Anybody have idea. what is waiting time for work visa processing? - @Hazrat Usman wait times depend on what kind of application you submitted. UDI has a wizard to help you find more information: ... Read More
Norway issues by pcc203547
Hello everyone, I am a dual u.s citizen and a Portuguese citizen. I lately been thinking of moving to either Norway or Iceland. Haven't made up my mind yet!But the thing that is really putting me off is the lack of privacy as I call it( at ...
where have you heard that anyone can look you up and find that level of detail? At least my experience is that in Iceland you can find someone's ID and registered address (if you have a bank account), and if you are in Norway you can read the tax ... Read More
Norway issues by pcc203547
Hello everyone, I am a dual u.s citizen and a Portuguese citizen. I lately been thinking of moving to either Norway or Iceland. Haven't made up my mind yet!But the thing that is really putting me off is the lack of privacy as I call it( at ...
the prepaid numbers I've bought are still linked to some of your personal data- it seems you can buy the card but not register it for use without personal information. You can then also have your number unlisted so people cannot find you with the ... Read More
Looking for book "Her på berget" by Grandyham
Hi all together! ;-)Maybe here is anybody who can help me finding the book for level B2, so I can improve my norvegian ;-)Have a good day - Hilsen Andreas
where are you located? Most libraries in Norway either have a copy available or can order it. Read More
Occupational immigration to Norway by Hosseinmohamadi2050
If you know a webpage, please recomend it to me. Although I know finn.no, I cannot use it at all. Becaue its content in Norwegian, and I do not know any Norwegian at all. Please suggest me webpages which I will be able to search jobs in ...
there are a lot of jobs available on LinkedIn, but if you want to move to Norway it may also be beneficial if you start trying to learn Norwegian now. Many browsers already contain translation extensions that could aid you in job searching while ... Read More
Family Reunification Visa by Cheryl Sinugbohan
Hello, I applied for family reunification visa, am I able to work in Norway with this visa?Please enlighten me @anyone?
the UDI website has lots of useful information, including the answer to this question: https://www.udi.no/en/answer-pages/answers-family-immigration/#link-1234 Read More
Inquiry Regarding D Category Visa Application Delay by florian kolto
I applied for a D category visa, and my agent informed me there's a delay on the embassy's end, as they haven't yet received an appointment from the Ministry of Labour. Is it true that employers can experience such delays when submitting ...
this is a general expat forum that covers people all over the world. As the process for visas varies widely, you're going to get a better answer if you post on a country-specific forum. Read More
Opplæring for apoteket by Grandyham
Hi all together! I am a German pharmacist moving to Norway next month. I am looking for a job in a pharmacy from 2025 on, my approbation is already acknowledged. The boss of a pharmacy told me I need an introduction class from NAV before he can ...
This is the health authority responsible for licensing healthcare personnel. If they don't say you need this extra class, you don't. I tried to fill out the wizard for you but I wasn't sure what type of pharmacist you were: ... Read More
Kennitala by Glenn84
I will arrive in Iceland the 29th of December. I will stay in Iceland for at least two years, probably longer if all goes well, so I guess I will have to register for legal permanent residency. I have found a job already btw. I was wondering how ...
@Sotharhow do you know your kennitala is not active? I haven't lived in Iceland for about a decade and mine is still active. Read More
Fiancé Visa- Once approved, how long do I have to enter Norway? by Frosk
Hi! I applied for a Fiancé Visa last year (UK to Norway) and it's getting close to it finally being processed. However, I've tried searching for some information online and can't find it anywhere, so was hoping someone might be able to answer ...
yeah, there doesn't seem to be any requirement, so as long as you move in enough time to get everything else done in time to apply for the next visa, it seems like you're going to be ok. Note that I have never been on a visa type and don't work for ... Read More
Fiancé Visa- Once approved, how long do I have to enter Norway? by Frosk
Hi! I applied for a Fiancé Visa last year (UK to Norway) and it's getting close to it finally being processed. However, I've tried searching for some information online and can't find it anywhere, so was hoping someone might be able to answer ...
I also don't find any specific information which leads me to conclude that you can move any time within that period. However, if you also do plan to marry in that time, be aware that there is a bunch of paperwork that has to be completed before you ... Read More
Icelandic Prices (Homes and Cars) by KlebtheSpaceman
Hallo everyone! My name is Caleb, me and my wife are very interested in moving to Iceland (we're from Puerto Rico, US) we're already gathering the requirements for the application for permanent residence permits. Thing is that I've been inquiring ...
@PinkSquirrel If you have legal residency, you can buy property. There doesn't seem to be a requirement that the residency be permanent. See here for the government ... Read More
Family immigration waiting time by Keyla0000
Hello everyone. i have applied for family immigration in june 2024.i live in Uganda, my husband is a norwegian and we have a 1 year old child who already has the citizenship, she got her passeport in june. i would like to know for how long i will ...
the waiting time guide states they're processing family immigration cases for people who applied in April this year, so you're likely in that queue. Based on this it's a guess when you'll be processed but it is unlikely to be September at this ... Read More
Family immigration waiting time by Keyla0000
Hello everyone. i have applied for family immigration in june 2024.i live in Uganda, my husband is a norwegian and we have a 1 year old child who already has the citizenship, she got her passeport in june. i would like to know for how long i will ...
they don't seem to know themselves how long the wait time is, based on this: https://udi.no/en/word-definitions/waitingtime/However, if you tried to contact them in July and didn't get through, you may have a better chance now, as many Norwegian ... Read More