Is it worth it living in Norway as a foreigner? | 2022

[@sarainnorway]

Is it worth it living in Norway as a foreigner? well - that depends - find out how to get this answer in the video :)

[@mohsinusman5733]

I m from Pakistan , and have rich experience in accounts, finance and import. can I get job in Norway? what's the procedure Sara for employment in norway

[@StofferNO.]

Hei og velkommen til Norge. A norwegian here. It`s super great to see when non local norwegians reacts or talk about our country, it means alot to us and we find it interesting to get a outside view on pros and cons. We norwegians are quite shy even though we`re a really happy country over all like even as a norwegian i find the same problem over the whole country which makes it hard and it will take time to get friends as a foreigner but it`s just how it`s. Don`t hasitate to speak to us. We will be more then happy to help.

[@onkelwaldo39]

Now, I am a Norwegian myself, and I would suggest the following: What are your interests and hobbies? There are SO many different clubs and societies in Norway, so it should really be possible to find one or two that appeal to you also! Are you interested in any kind of sports or outdoor activities? No problem, then. Tennis, golf, football, winter sports - you name it - there will be relevant clubs that would welcome you with open arms. Do you play bridge - or chess? - no problem there either! Politically interested? - religion? - literature? - search the Internet for meeting places. Or ask your neighbors. Good luck!

[@sarainnorway]

Thank u Waldo. I also think its a matter of your own willingness to «find yourself» here. But of course .. no one can replace your long reltionships at home.

[@saibamoe]

Every country has these 🤦🏻

[@lucasdallabara7132]

I'm from Brazil Sara and I would love to visit norway! The tourist places, the views and landscape are simply breathtaking! My country is also beautiful, I invite you to meet it someday!

[@jaehyeonghwang5512]

This is a very interesting video to watch as a foreigner, recently having a hard time living in Norway because of solitary feelings. Thinking about my life in my home country, and comparing it with life in Norway gives more clear answer for me. Thanks for good video(s)

[@sarainnorway]

Thank you so much, so did your answer end up being yes ;) ?

[@ivanivan5511]

Mate, have you tried meet-up apps? Visiting local libraries, cafes, gyms? Those options may help to find some friends.

[@PhilippeOrlando]

I'm French, I moved to the US in 1990 and we ended up buying a "vacation" house in Southern France, in the Pyrenees last year. I totally relate to your questions. After 30 years in the US it's hard to decide where I want to be. I do love New England and France is lovely, but it's very hard to make friends in either place. I've lost my friends in France from when I used to live there and Americans don't have friends and don't need them. What Americans call friends are what I used to call acquaintances.I did look at Norway to buy a house, instead of buying in France, and I'm not excluding selling my house in France to buy a second house in Norway to where I'll go, maybe just in the summer. But frankly, after doing a huge amount of research, I'm a little worried about Norway. Yes, it's truly beautiful, but so is Kashmir, that doesn't mean I would want to live there! I'm also worried about what I've heard, from foreigners and many Norwegians too, about the drinking culture in Norway. Sure the country is said to be one of the happiest in the world, but is that true? Do happy people need to drink that much? Also, the way Norwegians handle friends and friendships, particularly as adults, is worrisome to me. So would it be worth it for me to move to a beautiful country where it would be as hard, or harder to make real friends than what it is in the US?

[@norwegianzound]

Forget all those uptight countries and jump into the fun and craic (look that word up) that is to be found in Ireland. One of the wealthiest, most beautiful and friendly countries in the world (great if you are somewhat wealthy). The health system is un surpassed if you have private health insurance. Go for it.

[@jamjammy4980]

Hi Philippe you r right about I went to bar and left my soul there I live in Orlando 😊

[@zainulabdin1720]

Let me tell you another painful thing about Norway is bernevernet ( so called child protection agencies) thay will kidnap/steal you kids 😭. If you are married & willing to raise your family in Norway 😊 I will never recommend Norway! Otherwise no doubt Norway is very developed rich happy & beautiful country!

[@andykerr3803]

I hope your friend is doing well in Canada. In some ways it is similar, but just as everything from the vast geography to many lifestyles, the diversity brings surprises a newcomer can find overwhelming. A quick but honestly refreshing video. Thanks.

[@sarainnorway]

Thank you very much Andre!

[@judealk5852]

I liked the way you translated thoughts and concepts, you are right, sometimes we think the other side is greener!

[@sarainnorway]

right? Its always like that..

[@gabyd5662]

Hi Sara great video, after you live in New York City and the Caribbean, everything else is just to visit, thanks 🙏👍

[@joannavanderwaals1567]

I agree. I’m from Toronto

[@peacedessy109]

Nice vlog,... Big fan. I do look forward to moving to Norway to study ,and potentially live here😊

[@sarainnorway]

that is so so exiting - let me know what you want me to do a video on living in Norway - what are you curious to see and know?

[@peacedessy109]

@@sarainnorway Basically finding a house in Norway. And is there a particular kind of clothes I need to bring? I learned Norway can be very cold too. And PLS food as well. What kind of food is consumed more in Norway. Thanks in advance 💙

[@sarainnorway]

@@peacedessy109 haha clothes - of course. Great idea! And Norwegian foods.. also a great idea.. thank you so much. I will definitely make videos about these things.. where are you from?

[@peacedessy109]

@@sarainnorway Am from Nigeria🇳🇬. I love Norway as much as you do,lol. Thanks a lot for considering me.

[@namshots]

I came to Norway one week ago and I think I like, I plan on making a video 📹 about it sooner

[@sarainnorway]

Looking forward to see it!

[@osandsda]

Looks like you live in Kristiansand. Its the most closed city in Norway, and its really difficult to come in contact with the people here. I live here, and have trouble. Because I am a foreigner. Im from Oslo.

[@peymandalvand8241]

I'm about to move there, interestingly it was helpful.

[@zainulabdin1720]

Search bernevernet in Norway than relocate to Norway 😊

[@toulow]

I'm going through the process of moving to Bergen at the moment. The only thing thats giving me that "is this a good idea" feeling is the fact its SO difficult now. All my friends are in Norway, so its a no brainer... but OMG its a pain in the butt to move!

[@sarainnorway]

interesting? Is it the work VISA thats difficult?

[@toulow]

@@sarainnorway Because of brexit I have to have a residence permit and a work permit. Its just all a bit of a pain.

[@sarainnorway]

@@toulow oh I see, and why is it hard to get those two? :o

[@aronandreas]

Velkomne til Bergen 👍

[@themetricsystem7967]

It’s the same in all countries. The mandatory bureaucracy work in the beginning is time consuming

[@CombatChess]

I am from Norway and my dream is to move out from Norway :) I dont like this long cold winters in Norway :) I like more summertime!

[@Dz_espana]

Welcome to Spain. I have been living in Spain for three years. It is a sunny and beautiful country, and its language is easy. If you are interested, you can try, and if you wish, we can meet together to tour.

[@zainulabdin1720]

Welcome 🤗 to Italy ❤

[@meliz4345]

I dont think this like specifically tells is it worth living in Norway, I dont think that this only will be an isue in Norway, but also when your moving to any other country.

[@bjrnjensen7074]

It definitely can be a global problem as well, yes. Depending on your language skills, of course. I`ve noticed that some immigrants here in Norway speak very poor Norwegian, AND English.. now how are you going to communicate?

[@Dz_espana]

I think that making friends is difficult in every country in the world. According to my experience, you should first initiate a search for acquaintances, and this will help you learn the language, especially if you like the culture of the country and their way of life, it will be easy to integrate with them.

[@TheClipper7]

Moving to any foreign countrys...dont expect it to be as were you came from and what you r used too , cause isnt that what your moving away from ?!?!

[@randijohansen5683]

Sounds to me that you live in diaspora; creating romantic fantasies about ˋlife back homeˋ and the fear of missing outl This is a normal state of mind when you live abroad. I am Norwegian, but I grew up as a «third culture kid». I can see myself in you. It takes many years to re-orginaze life, like you are doing now to integrate. It can feel very lonsome to be on ˋthe outsideˋ looking in to a society you did not grow up in. No wonder you miss people ˋback homeˋ you can relate to. It is a sensitive experience. People talk like moving to another country is an adventure. In reality it is hard work, lonlyness and tears, joyful moments and fear. It takes all of you as a human. You discover things about yourself and your patterns that you whish you did not see. In all this confusion you also mature. Get wiser. Discover how to navigate in a strange land. Knowledge you will need in many situations for the rest of your life, no matter where you choose to live in the end. The book «Thirs´d culture kids» teaches you how normal your reactions are, why you respond this way and it teaches you to identify the lack of cultural knowledge does to you. This book helped me to understand my reactions. And to accept how normal and healty my reactions were. I whish you well. Thanks for sharing this very honest and interesting video. I feel deep respect for you. Big hugs from Oslo❤️❤️❤️

[@Dz_espana]

Indeed, this is what I went through when I moved to live in Spain. I felt like a stranger and afraid to meet friends to learn the language, but after a while I broke the barrier of fear and integrated into European society, and I am currently thinking of Norway because of the beauty of its nature.

[@marcusharrison6617]

Am a worldide traveler i have been to canada 2 times in the late 80 s i loved it .for me i hope i can move in the near future from norway the reason climate and sosial scene pluss its so expensive here norway Will always be my home but Will visit during summer months .pluss i have a serious health issue.warmer climate is for me now in my late 50 s retired former oil industry worker i have got my best years out of norway worked very hard which I am gratefull

[@zouheirfarhane5356]

Thanks for the video. I don’t live in Norway but I live abroad my country as an expat too. I visited Oslo plenty of times and I think it’s a lovely city and worth living in.

[@sarainnorway]

thank you for sharing :) Then I'm curious to know - did any of the things I said in the video make sense to you ? Did you find it helpful ?

[@zouheirfarhane5356]

Definitely, it does!! Regardless of the chosen country, living abroad in general is one of the most exciting experience you can decide to pursue, it has plenty advantages and disadvantages to consider, based on that you might decide if it’s worthy or not.

[@ninpatil5219]

Good videos & helpfull, m preparing to move to Bergen

[@sarainnorway]

Cool!

[@RyzalV]

Why you cannot find friends ?😢

[@Jt-nu3em]

Great vlog.

[@sarainnorway]

Thanks ! I answered your e-mail btw, but I have not heard from you?

[@carlsontravelsandwildlife]

I have never been to Norge ( even though I have some Norwegian heritage🙂 ) I know Norge is beautiful, especially the fjords. I ,however, am not sure I would like the Winters🙂

[@zainulabdin1720]

Sara you looks more Scottish than Scandinavia girl? 😊

[@CatherineLittle]

Hi Sara! We just moved to Norway and my husband is having the hardest time!

[@sarainnorway]

Oh!! Whats the hard part for him?

[@CatherineLittle]

@@sarainnorway Finding a job! Trying to stay encouraged.

[@harleyhospital1508]

I personally recommend for visit purpose in summer only in Norway.

[@harleyhospital1508]

For work is best of all is your own homecountry.

[@aspir133]

Big price... huh! If I only could move there with my family, I'd leave my home, my wealth, my friends and relatives with ease, I know exactly, bc I always support Norge, I love Norwegian culture, language, living style, and so on. I feel like I was born in a wrong country :-( Sorry, THE wrong country, iykwim, lol

[@manjitmohan9492]

liked and subscribed 🙂

[@sarainnorway]

Thank u! Welcome :)

[@chaoli7626]

Where did you move to Norway from?

[@sarainnorway]

Denmark :)

[@Timmilarsen1]

I see you are in Kristiansand in the video. Is this where you live. If so I live here to. And if you need someone to talk I’m here.

[@Timmilarsen1]

I’m a Norwegian single mom living in Kristiansand I can send you my insta or Facebook if you want☺️

[@sarainnorway]

yes I do live in Kristiansand! pls reach out on my instagram @_sarainnorway_

[@mohsinusman5733]

I m from Pakistan , and have rich experience in accounts, finance and import. can I get job in Norway? what's the procedure Sara for employment in norway

[@sarainnorway]

Hi Mohsin, pls right me an e-mail and we can take it from there of the procedure of coming to work in Norway :)

[@mohsinusman5733]

Kindly share email address sara

[@mohsinusman5733]

@@sarainnorway email address

[@KjartanAndersen]

If you have spent two years trying to make friends and it is not working, I have to assume you're doing something wrong.

[@chenarkhan8506]

Hi

[@afzalshah9528]

Sara, plz tell me if any international schools ate free in norway?

[@sarainnorway]

I think some are free - depends on your level of school ? University or high school. High School is free as long as you have a norwegian adress

[@lorearco4013]

I couldnt continue with the videos because I find extremely irresponsible driving and using the phone, is that allowed in Norway?!! Please dont do that, so many accidents happen every year and many people die or see their lifes being transformed because if irresponsible people !!

[@sarainnorway]

I was on a dead-end street with no cars, dont worry. I do not drive and film videos haha....

[@ismailkarimi6696]

Hello beatefull

[@ahmadmujahid5198]

I think denmark and norway have lots of things in common , especially the language . its not that hard for danish people to make norwegian friends. I think its more dificult for asian or african people to make norwegian friends

[@sarainnorway]

well.. you might think that. But I'm sorry to say - that this is all in your head - because it was VERY hard for me as well to make Norwegian friends when I first came here.

[@ahmadmujahid5198]

@@sarainnorway even tho danish and norwegian can understand each others language very well, its still hard for you to make norwegian friends? Thats weird!!! Is it bcuz norwegians are too reserved?

[@TullaRask]

@@ahmadmujahid5198 Making friends has to do with culture, not that much language. In Norway you have to find something you're interested in and get to know other people who are interested in the same.

[@ahmadmujahid5198]

@@TullaRask danish and norwegian culture also have lots in common they are both scandinavians, i think all scandinavians have similar cultures

[@TullaRask]

@@ahmadmujahid5198 That doesn't make it easier making friends. If you move to a new place you still have to do the job with making friends.

[@ImranKhan-cs6bl]

Soul hug ❤ i lke you very much ❤

[@CelicaSainz]

Sara where are you from originally?

[@sarainnorway]

Denmark

[@CelicaSainz]

@@sarainnorway I have been in Malmö, Sweden and I loved it. Apart from the weather I think Scandinavia is worth living in.

[@user-up8mx5zc2r]

😉😁

[@Kay-jg6tf]

Alcohol or atleast pretending to drink alcohol is the key to making norwegian friends :) Find yourself a houseparty and just go right in and mix, norwegians love to try out their norwegian-english accents and you have an obvious x-factor, you are pretty :) You don't need to drink yourself, but just surround yourself with people that do and you will make friends for life. Sounds weird but it's true. Greetings from Ålesund!

[@sarainnorway]

hahah, that is so so funny and might be true. I have not experienced that myself - but good to know. Thank you

[@Kay-jg6tf]

@@sarainnorway From Norway myself so have a keen insight :) Oh, and when people are hiking here they are as open as can be, they talk to everyone with a smile and you will make friends that way easily. And it's weird you haven't noticed that, maybe you should move to Sunnmøre. I have made several friends from both Germany and the Netherlands by hiking alone, shown them around, so i'm one of them who opens up on a good hike, hehe.. Well, you should give a heads up when in sunnmøre and join us on taco friday or potetball on a thursday :) And don't tell my gf about my pretty comment.

[@andykerr3803]

@@sarainnorway Drinking in Norway to meet new friends? 💡 🤔 👎

[@bjrnjensen7074]

@@andykerr3803 You don`t HAVE to drink to make friends in Norway... personally, I can`t stand binge drinking.. I am a "social very light drinker" (if there is such a thing), and I might as well socialize with just coffee, tea or other beverages. Don`t believe in these silly stereotypes, Andre, there are always exceptions. Opinion polls show that young people today consume less alcohol than their parents did, more people have become health conscious, the number of people smoking cigarettes have dropped considerably..

[@andykerr3803]

@@bjrnjensen7074 Sadly Byørn, I dated one of those stereotypes...A nice Norwegian/German girl that was an ex rock singer. Of course it's bad to generalize, but any country that has long dark winters and other factors that lead to alcohol over consumption and related activities teaches you to exercise caution. The bad stereotypes are not rare. As you pass through your twenties you drink more or you drink less. When you drink less, you develop a different perspective and you see the damage... The acute damage and the chronic damage, both. Being alone is not a good reason for social drinking or more. Just my opinion only.

[@Rainy_Day12234]

Move to the state of Washington, cheaper and very nice

[@Proskater134]

Higher crime, lower wages, less social security etc.

[@themetricsystem7967]

Moving to USA, he’ll no! Not unless one is a multi millionaire, or a billionaire. USA has turned into a police state

[@skinnysuman1477]

Hey How much will it take to learn Norweigian language?

[@sarainnorway]

Hi! I’ll post a video about how to learn Norwegian in a fast and fun way, soon. Stay tuned.

[@chenarkhan8506]

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[@ninpatil5219]

Reading books would be better

[@sarainnorway]

What do u mean? ☺️

[@olejensen3125]

:-)) The flag is Danish flag :-)) Love your video :-))

[@sarainnorway]

thats because I am danish :)

[@gamikafonseka8662]

♥️👍

[@sarainnorway]

thanks Gamika, keep practising !!

[@dedeyuwan1911]

👍👍✋

[@SirDiesAlat]

Please please don't move to Norway if you are going to vlog and drive. Cell phone use in cars is the nr.1 cause of fatal car accidents here. It's also illegal! We don't have people to spare :-(

[@sarainnorway]

Haha.. im driving on a dead-end road.. so there are like no cars here .. but I admit, not the smartest move.

[@bobmariano3731]

👍😘⚾️

[@emmanuelgelatimesa2712]

Sorry, but I didn't see these happy people in Norway, Look you are in christian sand

[@ionhurduc1]

Norway doesn’t protect family. In special foreign family.

[@Proskater134]

Yes they do lol

[@ionhurduc1]

@@Proskater134 what they do? Just destroying family in the name of child protection

[@Proskater134]

@@ionhurduc1 Yes, they protect the children. They dont destroy the families. In Norway its not allowed to use physical dicipline, which alot of foreigners do. Alcohol/drug abuse is also a reason. But usually they try to work with the families to solve the problem at hand

[@ionhurduc1]

@@Proskater134 lied!!!! 100% they don’t work with the family. We have several Romanians families wich the kids ask to flee the country before is too late. Because the will be kidnapped from the school and also the internet full of cases

[@eddale5557]

You must be the dream wife for a man !!!!

[@ehsanmaher2776]

Such a beautiful lady you are!!! Are you single???

[@Galo1908mg]

You are so beautiful. Grab a husband and have some babies

[@zainulabdin1720]

😂 agree,,, you stole my words !

[@nerissathomas7777]

My Ancestors are from Norway! Hate Bureaucracy BS!