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Are you planning to move to Norway? If so, there are a number of things you need to take care of to make your move successful. In this blog, we will give you useful information on what you need to arrange before you move to Norway. We will also tell you how to find the right transportation company for your move, what to expect from them as well as what the costs will be.

What does a move to Norway cost?

The cost of moving to Norway from the Netherlands depends on the size of your house and the distance over which you are moving. In the case of a small to medium-sized apartment or house, you can count on about €3500-€9000 for a move to Norway.

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What do you need to arrange before moving to Norway?

Norway has more than 5 million inhabitants, is the northernmost country in Europe and attracts thousands of migrants every year. If you're thinking about moving to this peaceful and beautiful Scandinavian haven, read on for our guide on what's involved and how to get everything going.

Registration in Norway

If you move to Norway from the Netherlands, it is quite simple. As an EU citizen (which is what you are as a Dutchman), you are free to live and work in Norway. You may have to meet a number of conditions, such as being able to support yourself. For people without EU citizenship, other rules apply.

Requirements for Dutch citizen moving to Norway

One of the first things to do when you move to Norway is to register with the police. You will need to apply for a P number, a personal identification number. EU citizens can live and work freely in Norway, but it is still important that you register with the police so that they are aware of your presence in the country.

You also need to be able to demonstrate that you have sufficient resources to live on in Norway. If you have a job in Norway, in most cases that is also sufficient.

In practice, there are long waiting times for registration. As a result, you almost always exceed the 3-month deadline. However, as an EU citizen, this is not a problem at all.

Are you staying in Norway for less than 3 months? Then you don't have to do anything at all. If you plan to stay in Norway longer than 3 months, on the other hand, you need to register at the police station.

Emigrating from outside EU/EEC to Norway

Different rules apply to citizens of non-EU countries. They must apply for a residence permit. There are several options for this. It is best to check the Norwegian immigration authorities' website to see what applies to you.

After two years, ehttps://udi.no/enen residence card is issued. This document is valid for five years and is renewable thereafter. You must apply for this permit within three months of your arrival. Once you have this card, you can easily apply for a Norwegian passport and then a work permit.

You can find more about working in Norway for non- Norwegians on this website.

Finding a property in Norway

Living in the big cities is very expensive. Both rental and owner-occupied houses are on average more expensive than in the Netherlands. In the countryside, on the other hand, you get a lot of value for your money. The complete housing offer can be found on the Norwegian marketplace Finn.no.

Learning the Norwegian language

For most Dutch people, Norwegian is a relatively easy language to learn. Reading a word of Norwegian is quite simple. There are actually two Norwegian languages, Bokmal and Nynorsk. In most cases, you will need Bokmal. Nynorsk is similar to Bokmal and is mainly spoken in small rural towns.

Although everyone in Norway speaks English, we recommend that you already acquire some basic Norwegian knowledge before you move. To do this, use Duolingo, for example, for some vocabulary and standard phrases. Furthermore, the word and grammar list in this document(pdf) is very helpful. Finally, it is advisable to read some Norwegian news via NRK (similar to NOS).

Moving and starting your own business in Norway

If you want to start your own business in Norway, you must register with the Norwegian Chamber of Commerce Register. This is a mandatory registration for all businesses in Norway. Then you need to register your company with the tax authorities for VAT. A big advantage is that the tax system etc. is similar to the Dutch and Belgian.

In terms of incorporation, you have the choice of an AS (similar to a limited liability company) or an ENK (a sole proprietorship).

The process can be a bit complicated, so it is best to contact a business advisor or attorney who can assist you with the registration process.