New members of the Norway forum, introduce yourself here

Well done sounds like you're very clever keep up the Norway language.
I'm a British truck driver and still in the UK.
could you please ask your husband if he knows of any trucking companies that may employ me I'd love to have that chance to make a new life in Norway.
sorry I'm Clive
Bristol United Kingdom.

Thank you Clive, best of luck to you in your relocation! I'll ask my husband to ask around, his sector of work is different, but you never know. 

Hi everyone,

I am 42 years old doctor, thinking of moving because of great research work in my field which is happening here and also  i am looking for a change in life.

I was warned by a norwegian friend..that it is not a great move.

I am beginning to have second thoughts..

My son is grown up and he will leave for college soon in India, He is not at all interested in moving to norway.

So, i am here only for professional growth..

Please advise.

Hello, my name is Natasha and I am from Macedonia. I  lived in Denmark for 2 years and i really loved it. I work as an English teacher in my country now, but I would like to move to Scandinavia. I went to Norway on a vacation in 2005, lillehammer, and it was amazing. So can I move to Norway? Any advices or some information that could be usefull for me, I'd really like to see.

Hello my name is samar. I am from pakistan. I have done masters in english literature and teaching in headstart school islamabad. I have got 12 years preschool teaching experience I love teaching kids and my profession. My sister and her family has been living in stavanger since 7 years. My brother in law is working in Total oil company. Kindly tell me if there is any good place if there is any good place where I can work. I can come to any city of Norway.  Consider me please

@ peanuts 1972
to which city are you planning to move in Norway? And why Norway, since medical research is not very big here? I would rather try the US or the UK, if I wanted to do research...

@ samar
I don't want to sound negative, but your qualifications as a preschool teacher are not being recognized in Norway. You best chance would be a direkt application to English speaking Preschools (International schools). Stavanger has a few. Maybe your sister can help if she lives there.

Good luck!

Hi there

have you moved to Norway? If yes, I have a question. Please.

Thanks for your kind reply.  Can u please guide me about those english speaking preschools you are refering so I can directly apply there. I will be really obliged. Thanks

@ kuando
yes, I have been living in Norway (Bergen)  for 5 years now and happy to answer your questions (if I can).

@ samar
Google is always your friend when it comes to getting information about relevant schools /addresses in Norway.  I don't know any of the schools myself. You might also find information in the school section of this forum.

@no_clue... the work i do has been been done here as a pilot.. and i would like to take it forward...using the populations we have in India and the genuine research done in one centre that has lots of meaning....US or UK have research which gets patented and then it gets difficult for low resource nations to get the access... i am keen to  translate this work validating in my country and develop cheap test which is cheap because it will not be patented, will still  make  some money, not lot  and save millions of lives, because it will be cheap and better than FDA approved stuff which is patented...

Polio got eradicated because Salk was not greedy to patent the vaccine...

Thats the only reason..

sadly , i find negative remarks from natives ( other than researchers)  who underestimate both indian and norwegian scientists and research and especially they have this thing about inferiority of Indians...i dont contest that, but i have a huge vision of making this test see the light of the day and whatever i can do to get it done.. ..you will be glad to know that norway features amongst best medical researches...

and you know india has huge population, huge market and huge burden of this particular cancer which affects indian women maximum...and almost 100,000 die for lack of prevention for 20 years before they got cancer in first place, all tests are FDA approved and very very expensive...

so...that is the only only reason i see collaboration as one great way because what i hear of Norge is that it is genuine , sincere and humanity driven...and they have worked on what i wanted to ....in a small population

This is samar hasan from Pakistan.  Its been 13 years now I am teaching in different schools. Now I want to prove myself abroad. I am really keen to move to norway as my sister is there too and want to learn about their school aystems too.please let me know soon about my experience and everything else. Thanks

@ peanuts1972
I'm not sure if I fully understand your research goals ( cheap testing methods for cancer?) but if Norway gives you the money to do it, why not. But be warned, Nowegian Universities also patent their results - they have whole departments devoted to evaluate patentable research. Better clarify these details before you start. In addition, Norway a very expensive research location and you get less research done for your money than in other places.
Not sure if I agree with the statement that Norway is humanity driven.... Definitely not more than other EU nations. Money for research is hard to get here, too. Norway has certainly some good researchers and labs, but offers in my opinion less funding and research opportunities than e.g the UK. In general terms is Norway' s contribution in medical research rather insignificant (except this years Nobel prize in Physiology- the first for Norway).

@ samar
for the public school system, you need to speak fluenty Norwegian, pass their language test and get your qualifications recognized ( which they might or might not.). I recommend to contact NOKUT. no for more information.
In the private school sector (International schools, British schools, etc., very few in Norway), the schools themselves decide on the requirements. So you might get away without the Norwegian language test and the process of getting your degree recognized. Hence my recommendation to contact them directly. Hope that helps...

Hi I am so happy you are happy over there.

I m looking for some friends that they are working either in oil or ship, I wonder might be you know them

To find these people is very important for me and my ancestry.

I have only picture from them.
Unfortunately I cannot attache any photo on this message.
My email is : [email protected]

Can I have your email that I can attached some pictures from these people , In case if you know them or meet them let me know. I appropriate you help.

I am living in Canada but still any thing I can do for you please let me know.

Thanks
Nadia

Hello There
I m looking for some friends that they are working either in oil or ship, I wonder might be you know them

To find these people is very important for me and my ancestry.

I have only picture from them.
Unfortunately I cannot attache any photo on this message.
My email is : nadiasob[at]yahoo.ca

Can I have your email that I can attached some pictures from these people , In case if you know them or meet them let me know. I appropriate you help.

I am living in Canada and any thing I can do for you please let me know.

Thanks
Nadia

@no_clue

let  me rephrase..all tests can be cheap provided we control patent  this is not charity, this is win win... co patenting because of joint research and then market across LLMIC....

anyways.... question is_ is norway a worthwhile place to move or is it as bad as rest of the globe....... are people intolerant to outsiders....as i felt while i was interacting with some one a while back...

i dont want to make all that effort to learn a strange language just to land up in unsocial environment...i might as well get maltreated back home

Moving to US and UK is big no no...i would rather work in rural india if that is the case with Norway...

@ peanuts 1972
if Norway is 'worthwhile' place depends on yourself and your expectations. Every country has it's share of intolerant and unsocial people, some discriminate more openly, others in a hidden way.  You have to visit Norway and find out for yourself how you feel treated.  Everybody has a different experience....

very wise suggestion... thanks no_clue. i think it so sweet of you to take time

Hi I am Harry

I come from the South Africa. I am fascinated by Scandinavia. I would like to go to Norway and work there.

Cheers
Harry

You have an oxymoron for your name..u have lots of clues..no_clue thanks for your very helpful attitude

Hi Debra, how are Norwegians as people generally?? Are you happy that you moved..? Hope you dont mind me asking..

My Name is Ali Rizwan
i live in itly.
i m stil doing job in bred factory since 1 year . And i have experience in Pizza hut
i like  Norway so much my wish i want do work there . So i hope you will do help me. I can speak  English Italian Ans little little Norwagian . Thanks Expat.com

Hi sue! I'm Jassmin,  a Singaporean moving to Oslo in July 2015. I frequent mandal where my in laws stay and believe it's a 40 min drive down to kristiansand right?  That's where we go to catch our flights. Would love to meet up when I move there :-)

Hi I'm Jassmin,  33, and I'm moving to Oslo from Singapore in July 2015. I'm a journalist/editor by profession, married to a Norwegian and mum to a six-month-old baby boy. I'm looking to meet eng speaking friends esp mums with young kids :-)

Hi Gillian! I'll be moving to Oslo from Singapore in July 2015 and am looking to meet eng speaking mums of young kids. How old are ur children? I have a six-month-old baby boy :-)

Hi Gillian! I'll be moving to Oslo from Singapore in July 2015 and am looking to meet eng speaking mums of young kids. How old are ur children? I have a six-month-old baby boy :-)

Hello Debra

I am happy you are happy in foreign country. I am looking for some friends who works in oil and ship industry.

I wonder you husband is in this industry? If so, can I send there pictures may be he knows them.

Thanks and Have a wonderful New Year

Nadia

Hi!
I will be studying a Masters in Stavanger from January to June on a scholarship. However, I will need to work there so I am looking for a part time job.
I have experience as waitress, cleaner, teacher and babysitter

Thanks
Raquel

@ Raquel > Welcome to Expat.com

Please note that this thread is only for the introduction of the new members.
If you are looking for a job, it would be best if you can post your request in the jobs section here please : https://www.expat.com/en/jobs/europe/norway/

Thank you

Priscilla 

[Moderated: Please post in English Only ]

Hi everyone!

I am Swastik. Living in Norway for last 4 years! Studied, learnt norwegian and finally got a full-time job here in a small town in Vestlandet. Its probably the best country to live and work, but at the same time one of 'coldest' counties in the world. By 'coldest', I don't only mean the weather but also the social coldness to be integrated in the norwegian society and the openness of norwegians. I don't think they are intentionally cold, but I think they respect(be considerable) others freedom and private life that they don't want to bother or disturb others life. So, either one should be very strong and independent to sustain here OR one should find a proper social environment (in school or workplace) . To live a young and lonely life is a challenge for every foreigner here. But in a positive side, I think in this process(of living such life here), man kan learn many important lessons in his life. Without a doubt everybody living in Norway has to go though the similar harse conditions, but how different kan one react and gets adopted is upto him. So, I think to live in Norway can be a good human experience for everyone.

I think in this context, expat-blog is a good platform to share different experiences that kan help to be accostomized with Norwegian life.

At last, I wish you all a very good new year!

Godt nytt år med mange muligheter !

Swastik

Hei Swastik,
Godt nytt år!
I have been living in Bergen for 5 years now and know how you feel. Small town life is probably even tougher...
From my experience, the best way to connect with people in Norway is via sports. Maybe try to join a local sports club? I have the impression that they appreciate the effort (but maybe I'm wrong...). Norwegians are very focused on their families and their known circle of friends. They don't have the deep ingrained curiosity you find in other cultures.
My way of dealing with the emotional introvert nature is to travel abroad frequently and refill my batteries regarding  sunshine and social contacts there.  Many of my expats friends only socialise in expat circles, unless they are married to a Norwegian (which gives them a 'entry ticket' to Norwegian circles). This might sound a little harsch, but I'm looking forward to leave this country. There are just too many grey and yet darker grey days for me here in Vestlandet. The summers are beautiful, but just to short and I can never get used to the emotional coldness. If you studied here, you are probably familiar with the Jantes Loven. It is in my opinion a must-read if you want to understand the Norwegian society.
Wish you all the best...

Hi,

I'm from Philippines and I like to live and work in Norway but I am confused as to how to enter Norway now. I have studied Norwegian and hold a SAK certification as a Helsefagarbeider but the Student Visa Program has been stopped and now my option is to apply whether for Jobseekers Visa or Tourist Visa. The Visa Application has been shaky so far so I'd like to know what are my best chances to getting to Norway. Can anyone can share me their thoughts? Thanks, much appreciated.

Hi...Iam Anthony ...I am a ctizen of European Union and want to move to Norway.I would like to know the best chances to get job in Norway.
Thanks...

Hi All,

I've just started working in Norway on a rotation and will be spending quite a bit of time in Stavanger it seems. Hoping to meet some people that like to go out and do anything! I've spent enough time in hotel rooms already in my life thank you very much!

Anyways, if you're interested in meeting for supper, coffee, drinks, Fjord swimming, anything, lmk!

hi everyone new in bergen
from lahore ...

Just new and need help and guides lines because am hoping to be  in Norway soon, wishing to study computer science as a field of  study.

hello everyone

I'm planning to move to norway in 2016 to pursue my postgraduation. I found out that there is no tuition fee in a few educational institutes & student visa is easy to comeby as long as I manage to show that i have sufficient money to fund my stay there. provided i do get accepted by the university( I plan to apply at the Molde University), do you think its worth it. I'm planning on doing a 2 years course & after that, possibly work in norway or the neighboring countries. Would love to get some feedback on this.

Thanks

Hello!

My name is Sarah ,I am 26 years old and I recently moved to Bergen from London. I am originally from the north of England.

I moved to Bergen because my boyfriend is Norwegian and based here. We did long distance for over a year whilst i was living in Berlin and then London.

I work in ecommerce and marketing. I previous worked for ralph Lauren in the UK and was lucky enough to find a similar job here in bergen working for a fashion company.

I am very active and love the outdoors.

It would be really great to meet some new people and make some new friends

Sarah x

Please to know everyone here,, have been in Bergen over a year now,, still hard to make new friends