Foster-Ehlé J-Ch
Swiss looking for information about Norway
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Speaks Fransk-Engelsk-Tulsk og enn litt Bokmal , Svensk
Registration: 05 July 2015
I feel so sad and confused Please help by Bon15
I have done something totally out of character which I now regret greatly. I agreed to sign a marriage contract which has our photos on the top. My "husband" said he needed me to agree to this contract as he could not stay with me ( and I ...
Mydream : I don't see why you said XB23 sworn at you. Really ! I had a look on his / her profile and read his/her previous posts... that sounds perfectly "smart and clever" answers. Good advices, as far as I read them. But maybe ... Read More
I feel so sad and confused Please help by Bon15
I have done something totally out of character which I now regret greatly. I agreed to sign a marriage contract which has our photos on the top. My "husband" said he needed me to agree to this contract as he could not stay with me ( and I ...
Thanks for reply Mydream ... I did it - I mean reading a lot of forums on expat-blog in egypt ( el cairo only - they are numerous !) I am actually waving on several destinations in mid-east after 2 months as a nexbee on Norway forum. Just by ... Read More
I feel so sad and confused Please help by Bon15
I have done something totally out of character which I now regret greatly. I agreed to sign a marriage contract which has our photos on the top. My "husband" said he needed me to agree to this contract as he could not stay with me ( and I ...
I read the whole thread and i wondered how it comes that on such a complex topic, nobody is able to write a full post on this simple matter : "Proceedings - Marriage in Egypt" (I know my country laws on that subject but it's of no use ... Read More
Buying a car and driving it home by propperbo66
Hi all, I've recently relocated to the north of Norway and I've seen a motorhome further south in Stavanger I quite like. If I was to wanting to drive it home, how does the insurance work? Back in the UK you can buy temporary insurance and ...
In conclusion : better do it by your company than with the seller one... At least, you are suceptibel to know approximatively the rules and be sure of your covering and rights.Last thing : for the points above ( refuse of covering especially) ... Read More
Buying a car and driving it home by propperbo66
Hi all, I've recently relocated to the north of Norway and I've seen a motorhome further south in Stavanger I quite like. If I was to wanting to drive it home, how does the insurance work? Back in the UK you can buy temporary insurance and ...
In conclusion : better do it by your company than with the seller one... At least, you are suceptibel to know approximatively the rules and be sure of your covering and rights. Read More
Buying a car and driving it home by propperbo66
Hi all, I've recently relocated to the north of Norway and I've seen a motorhome further south in Stavanger I quite like. If I was to wanting to drive it home, how does the insurance work? Back in the UK you can buy temporary insurance and ...
Right 'auNorDuMonde" ! But for sure better take the second solution... it's simplier . for example don't forget that in the first solution * You need to declare / to inform your company, about the the "new driver" ( ... Read More
I'm a english speaking hotelier
Hi Adebayo ! Let's try first to read threads and forums on same topic - There are previous forums on "Expat.com" ....where were already explored these topics about "job search" in restaurants and hotels sector in Norway . ... Read More
Job offer and salary information
Hi Seamusod ... ! (Sorry your avatar is a litle bit too complex, too long in fact, for me) Just have a look on previous threads on forums : this subject has recently been explored totally , my opinion by some contributors , already - ( ... Read More
New members of the Norway forum, introduce yourself here 3rd quarter of 2015 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Norway forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Please give us more info. Read More
New members of the Norway forum, introduce yourself here 3rd quarter of 2015 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Norway forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Herî, heî Ivica ! VEeeeeery nice avatar , my guy ! And it's a french cabinet- maker who's speaking if you see what I mean ... Yes , very refreshing for me among so many electronic, oil , computer ingeniors or students, or ... Read More
Looking for more information about which public universities by Canadiank
Hello I am from Canada. I am considering relocating to Norway for about a four to five year period. I have a young daughter who would like to go to university in Norway and both myself and my husband will be looking for jobs in Norway. I guess I ...
Yes Canadiank ! This site is a very "heavy" one , a "long term" one but, because of this length it's really interesting for those who are projecting to buy a house; or even, just settle as retired people; and for a lot of ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Norway by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Norway. What is ...
For sure, to settle somewher you must show a strong determination and be stubborn, probably have to enforce / push yourself - maybe against your own personality - more than you are used to, ordinary times. then, you will encourage people to open ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Norway by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Norway. What is ...
Hum ... perfect sumarise of previous talks indeed , Witchudachaisong 1986 ! Especially when you noted that language isn't the only roadblock you'll have to face with ! For sure, you need to learn much on the culture of the country you ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Norway by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Norway. What is ...
- Construction of ourself is a long trip ! for sure... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Norway by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Norway. What is ...
You were right Gary except on the fact - after what you said about your exp in norway in familial circle and at job - but de facto, language barrier is the basic pb : people just don't know how to manage it - sometimes as you mentioned it they ... Read More
Barnevernet (Norwegian Child Welfare Services) Issues by pheebz0501
i have read some articles about [b]Barnevernet[/b]'s (Norwegian Child Welfare Services) unlawful taking of children away from their families, quoting some articles [b]"kidnapping"[/b].. how true is this? here are some of those ...
Pheebz ! i understood right of the beginning you're a boiling character - You are sliding , balancing between two parts of the discussion : on one part your personal situation, which I can trust you is wonderful familial environment and second ... Read More
Looking for more information about which public universities by Canadiank
Hello I am from Canada. I am considering relocating to Norway for about a four to five year period. I have a young daughter who would like to go to university in Norway and both myself and my husband will be looking for jobs in Norway. I guess I ...
Yes ! prepare a visit first - then , prepare a ferm expat project ( that's why I sent you on this site.. you can "feel" the difficulties of the enterprise ) and during that time try to find a job and at the same time, learn the ... Read More
Barnevernet (Norwegian Child Welfare Services) Issues by pheebz0501
i have read some articles about [b]Barnevernet[/b]'s (Norwegian Child Welfare Services) unlawful taking of children away from their families, quoting some articles [b]"kidnapping"[/b].. how true is this? here are some of those ...
You're in the true "kingdom of kids" , there , don't forget it ! It's because they sat laws and rules on this topic that children condition and consederation (and health !) got improved in those countries - And they are ... Read More
Looking for more information about which public universities by Canadiank
Hello I am from Canada. I am considering relocating to Norway for about a four to five year period. I have a young daughter who would like to go to university in Norway and both myself and my husband will be looking for jobs in Norway. I guess I ...
Hi canadiank ! Saw your post - let's have a try at this thread on net : "Norwayliving.com" then "gskollingsberg". This person is american but had exactly same kind of "familal background". his blog site is very ... Read More
I need information on how to go about the Uni application
Hi Ibrahim ! Wellcome... Let's have a look on forum to get info about universities in Norway. ECS gave several net threads recently to swimm on norvegian net on this topic. Better have a look first with these threads and then come back with ... Read More
Look-forward to getting to know you all
Hi Allstar ! May I ask in which professional environment ( general sector is enough) you're working in ? Might be interesting to hear about your experience on this topic, as you seem to be a "veteran" considering most of ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Norway by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Norway. What is ...
Fornight - you're perfectly right about the first point of your post. just normal and simple rules of socializing "correctly" - I mean in a polite way. usual "correction" , respect of people around. Not allways easy to ... Read More
Women smile when you have eye contact with them by david.t_92
I will make a long stay in Norway because the next semsester, I will start an Erasmus in Bergen. I'm in Norway since Monday and I see that, when I cross a girl in the street, or in the supermarked and I make eye contact, normally she smiles me, ...
Yes ! you're right Norwayguy... And you know what ? I feel it entirely ,... charming - i mean smiling , smooth and quiet, sober, and unobtrusive look - cautious and discreet way of communication. That's a nice way to break the ice. A very ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Norway by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Norway. What is ...
Meimeii7 ... May I add something ? as a foreigner you'll always stay as ...a foreigner ! - wherever you go on earth you won't be able to become a "native" , never ( second generation, maybe, well probably ! depends on which ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Norway by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Norway. What is ...
Hi meimeii7 ! Nice post , indeed. For sure, people could be surprised too, by japanese culture, don't you think so ? I met several citizens coming from your country in europe ( because of martial art practise) , and I was confronted to their ... Read More
Scottish guy living in Tønsberg, Vestfold by davflem
Hi. Been living here in Tønsberg a year now (3 years in Oslo previous to this) and well my network is a bit non-existent here so would be good to hear from fellow expats / brits / scots in the area, if any. I occassionally here the british ...
Hi ! Compared to singapore or London , for sure Norway isn't the same kind of life except of Oslo - depends of what kind of life you are expecting - scandinavia and norway especially is a "little country". population is of a little ... Read More
American marrying a French man - help please!!! by EmmaWhite
Hello All, I am an American woman (28) who wants to marry my French boyfriend of over 5 years and settle long term in France. I'm hoping that someone who has had experience in this can give me some advice, because the information out there is so ...
Hi jgipsham ! As I am not certain of what should do, (might do ...) french authorities , I think first thing you could do is to ask your wife as she knows probably more french than you to have a look on portal "legifrance" , then ... Read More
Driving in France by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in France? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Hi Cdm ! You_'re right , for sure ! ("at least they drive on the right side of the road" - French ) But ... great-britain is the only one true "original" in a lot of topics, in fact. ( in Europe) They do love to ... Read More
French Word meaning - what does 'bof' means? by Mon cur est en France
I have checked several translators and they are all saying something different. What does Bof mean?
Casa 432 said [" when you don't want to say "yes" or "no" , you say "bof !"] - i guess it's more subtil than that ( see above) "Bof !" doesn't mean "in the middle" or ... Read More
Ålesund jobs by m.creek
Hey! currently, I´m willing to relocate to Norge (from Czech rep.), and I chose city of Ålesund for living, because of its beauty and great fish industry reputation and therefore plenty of jobs, hopefully. And that´s the ...
Hi Creek ! Better have a view first, on forums - A long search / enquiry on each forums and under-forums you'd be interested in for your project - then, try to formulate special questions so that people coud provide an answer. Look ... Read More
Driving in Norway by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Norway? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Yes - Thanks to precise this point . Well ... about signage when zone ends ... just stay reactive , slow down at cross roads and pay attention to the attitude of others drivers so that you'll always be able to manage your car and ... the driver ... Read More
Regions best for progressive, artistic, environmentally aware people? by Finn9
Hello, Can anyone recommend an area or town for people who are interested in contemporary (and historical) art, music, social activism and environmental awareness, specifically sustainable living? My husband and I are considering a long-term plan to ...
Hi ... Finn9 ! I saw the answer of Julia Lynn - I agree with what was said... Just a point at the end of their contribution : If you look for info in France about "sustainable devt building" isn't the same / main appellation in ... Read More
Regions best for progressive, artistic, environmentally aware people? by Finn9
Hello, Can anyone recommend an area or town for people who are interested in contemporary (and historical) art, music, social activism and environmental awareness, specifically sustainable living? My husband and I are considering a long-term plan to ...
Hi Finn 9 ! Vast question ... 40 / 30 years before to-day I would have an answer very quickly ! Because environmentalists were located in just a few areas ( Larzac / Elsass / south-alps , some Bretons, and some people in south-west). That was ... Read More
Driving in Norway by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Norway? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Hi Static ! I like your post - just one point : about prices of oil & gas : isn't it a question of environmental policy of the government ? I guess they are trying to join international actual policy. - maybe not in the good direction, i ... Read More
Driving in Norway by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Norway? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Hi Gordon ! It was a real mess in France when they introduced this rule "priority to people coming from right" as we call it there - but people can manage it , in fact and it's a pure rule so you need to .learn / know it and just ... Read More
What would be a comfortable salary in Norway for a family of 3? by gauravfryou
Hi there, This is Gaurav from Mumbai, India. I am planning to move to Norway as a post-doctoral researcher. I will be living in the Horten area and need to support a family of 3 (having a child of 2 years of age). Due to high price levels in ...
Hi Klongos ! 11000 NK / month ... considering what ? which kind of expenses ? Isn't it a little bit short ? as some others contributers already said it ... if ...no car, if ...flat for free, if ...no alcohol at all and if.... being very ... Read More
Driving in France by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in France? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
No, Cathie ! I was answering to "mmeetv" as he / she seems to come out of philippina. I am sorry. - forvive me... I didn't write to who my answer was sent. Read More
Driving in France by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in France? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Yes ! the advice of your friend was perfectly right ! I mean "don't hesitate , enter the flow of circulation". this is reallly particular way of driving in Paris. People just "enter the circle" the "circus" ... Read More
Women smile when you have eye contact with them by david.t_92
I will make a long stay in Norway because the next semsester, I will start an Erasmus in Bergen. I'm in Norway since Monday and I see that, when I cross a girl in the street, or in the supermarked and I make eye contact, normally she smiles me, ...
He's spanish ! and way of acting in Italy, Germany, France and Norway aren't the same for sure. Especially talking about relations between men and women. And I don't talk about africans or north-africans. Basic culture is different ... Read More
Does resident permit of Portugal allows to work in Norway or Nether? by m.w.ali
I want to know that Does resident permit of Portugal allows to work in Norway or Nether? Or in which country I can work and live by having Portugal resident permit.
Right : Working permit for foreigners arriving in CEE is only available for the territorial area - the country , in this case Portugal - which delivered it. So, as you seemed to be coming from north-africa ( I guess, considering your name on ... Read More
Driving in Norway by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Norway? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Hi Ocean and thanks for the warning ! I was "studying" carefully to the whole 4 messages and i had same kind of feeling. it's not at all a correct way to give proposal of jobs. too confused message... no structure.... everything / ... Read More
French Word meaning - what does 'bof' means? by Mon cur est en France
I have checked several translators and they are all saying something different. What does Bof mean?
Hi, Fred ! Which one ? I mean which one was the "johnny english joke" you enjoyed with ? I didn't catch it. Bye - spent a nice evening. Read More
Driving in Norway by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Norway? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
or just a simple word writen on a piece of paper :"thanks !" - Sorry ... but I lived in some countries - germanic one - where theses kind of practice is usual. But coming back here ... it wasn't the "same song". At all ! ... Read More
Driving in Norway by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Norway? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Thanks for reply and precision, ECS... * about Licence : I saw you warned people to pay attention to this topic. several times on forums, and this cheap - but short time - possibiliy, - For sure, better know it before expat. * about tolls : ... Read More
French Word meaning - what does 'bof' means? by Mon cur est en France
I have checked several translators and they are all saying something different. What does Bof mean?
"Bof..." - "Bah..." - "Ben..." Funny topic and forum , for sure ! I 'll finish to believe that French is a language just for imature kids , you know ?! I'm kiddin' - am some kind of a clown, a cameleon ... Read More
Looking for advice on rental property in the Haute Savoie, thanks. by MountainGilly
Hi all, I'm keen to hear from any of you that have investment properties in the haute savoie, and how well you are able to rent them out. Do you manage to rent out in the summer as well as winter season? Who is your summer customer base, ...
Hi heather ! Suddenly I worried about a "special topic" talking about an acquisition near Mont-Blanc. I don't know if you heard about it and I don't know enough myself on this matter.to give any advice. it's just to warn you ... Read More
Driving in Norway by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Norway? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
i do agree that roads are fine generally speaking, and the way norvegians are driving is a quiet one For sure distance is a real problem in Norway. And making a trip is always a true affair. But landscapes made it always so pleasant that in fact ... Read More
Looking for advice on rental property in the Haute Savoie, thanks. by MountainGilly
Hi all, I'm keen to hear from any of you that have investment properties in the haute savoie, and how well you are able to rent them out. Do you manage to rent out in the summer as well as winter season? Who is your summer customer base, ...
Suddenly I realised I didn't mention one of the best source of "expert info" about real estate in france. Writing my previous posts I was worried about the feeling I was forgotting a "good source". So, as I ... Read More
Food in France by nikamatys
There are so many and popular dishes in France like blanquette de veau etc. But what the French people eat in everyday life? I ´m wainting for yours propositions :)
Well "french foods" never forget you're living in a country which is famoust all over the world for its gastronomy. (and wines, cheeses etc...some particular dishes / recepts based on special products that foreigners will never eat ... Read More
French Word meaning - what does 'bof' means? by Mon cur est en France
I have checked several translators and they are all saying something different. What does Bof mean?
Yes : i'm back ... Hum... it wasn't really false what you said : depends on context and cultural character of the person you are facing. You know this part of what is so difficult to understand and probably you'll never catch, in a ... Read More
French Word meaning - what does 'bof' means? by Mon cur est en France
I have checked several translators and they are all saying something different. What does Bof mean?
Hi ! 'Bah" means rather "I don't know about what you're talking about". i hesitate to give you an answer. let me think about it i'll give you my opinion as soon as I 'll be able to. "Bof" meaning ... Read More
Driving in France by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in France? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Hi, mmevt ! Funny post ... yours ! Don't take it as a "frontal critic" (see further my basis remark) but ... But talking about talegating in france - which a true pb for sure ! - I saw you seem to come from Philippina, I guess, and ... Read More
Looking for advice on rental property in the Haute Savoie, thanks. by MountainGilly
Hi all, I'm keen to hear from any of you that have investment properties in the haute savoie, and how well you are able to rent them out. Do you manage to rent out in the summer as well as winter season? Who is your summer customer base, ...
sorry I made a mistake on my typingtable,: probably you received a "shorten mail" so I begin again: Thanks for reply Heather ! It's not an offer - a professional proposal of service I mean : I don't have enough time left to work ... Read More
Looking for advice on rental property in the Haute Savoie, thanks. by MountainGilly
Hi all, I'm keen to hear from any of you that have investment properties in the haute savoie, and how well you are able to rent them out. Do you manage to rent out in the summer as well as winter season? Who is your summer customer base, ...
Hi Heather ! Real estate rental is variable in the area of "Hte-Savoie", as everywhere in france since the crisis begun. Last months there was a new general set-back - at least a slow decline of prices. But all of the question depends ... Read More
American marrying a French man - help please!!! by EmmaWhite
Hello All, I am an American woman (28) who wants to marry my French boyfriend of over 5 years and settle long term in France. I'm hoping that someone who has had experience in this can give me some advice, because the information out there is so ...
Hi Julia ! "a lot of misunderstandings" ..; yes, for sure ! i won't give you precise answer - every file is a special one - but info about the "mood about french laws and adm behaviours" just to fit some kind of ... Read More
looking for an apartment in or around Nantes by GuestPoster369
Bonjour! I’m looking for an apartment in or around Nantes. I’ve contacted so many people with no luck. I speak French, but not very well. People are impatient and fast talking. Maybe you can put me in touch with people (English ...
Hi, "speak..;" ! As you seem to move beginning october , you have some time to prepare it. Just a suggestion to all of you who would try to get a "neutral , free and very good source of info" about letting in France could be to ... Read More
About to move to Paris/about to become friendless by Avery23
Hi guys! So I'm moving from California to Paris next month, and I'm super excited, but the whole "I don't know anyone/have no friends over there" is putting a bit of a damper on that. It'd be awesome to chat with some ...
Hi Avery 23 ! For sure arriving in Paris end of july is a challenge my dear ! The town is empty ! totally empty... compared to rest of year long , normally An advice : Take it as a chance to visit the most of "what should be seen in ... Read More
French Word meaning - what does 'bof' means? by Mon cur est en France
I have checked several translators and they are all saying something different. What does Bof mean?
"how are you - bof " it means "so-so" in this case, and in fact the question isn't the main one. no interest. people say this because they are "désabusé" (= in GB : desillusioned, desappointed, a little ... Read More
Driving in France by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in France? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
True point of view; Cathie ! Cultural behaviours of average froggies ... no respect of common rules is a true game in this country, whether it's about driving or income tax paying. The question about those behaviours is not to be clever and ... Read More
Food in France by nikamatys
There are so many and popular dishes in France like blanquette de veau etc. But what the French people eat in everyday life? I ´m wainting for yours propositions :)
Dobre djen Nikamatys ! It depends on the kind of incomes you may have. Lot of people to-day in France are looking carefully to their way of living and eating. That's why they consider what they will eat as part of their budget they need to ... Read More
Info about paying tax for shipping belonging by thuylink2807
Hi, I'm gonna to Gjøvik for my grad degree and I want to ship my belonging including clothes, shoes, books, linen, blanket via transporting service from my home country. They're all used items but I am not sure whether I have to pay ...
Heî, heï "au nord du monde" ! Je déteste parler en anglais à un français :Ca me rappelle de tristes souvenirs d'un snobisme confondant ! En l'occurence des réunions ou il n'y avait que des ... Read More
Would you PAY someone to help you find a JOB in Norway? by Davina D
Hi everyone, Many people are interested in working in Norway, but often face a lot of roadblocks in actually finding jobs here. It's not enough to be qualified for a job. There are many qualified and overqualified foreigners here who still ...
Hi Ocean 127 ! May I ask why ...."127" ? I'll send you "private post" later for some reasons I gonna explain and the main one : ... Read More
Would you PAY someone to help you find a JOB in Norway? by Davina D
Hi everyone, Many people are interested in working in Norway, but often face a lot of roadblocks in actually finding jobs here. It's not enough to be qualified for a job. There are many qualified and overqualified foreigners here who still ...
Heî, Ocean ! Thanks for reply. Well... I was just talking in a philosophical way. Psychological too. Two spheres, scopes of "sciences" (human one) I had interest with. In fact, Long time ago... I am listening to a radio ... Read More
Would you PAY someone to help you find a JOB in Norway? by Davina D
Hi everyone, Many people are interested in working in Norway, but often face a lot of roadblocks in actually finding jobs here. It's not enough to be qualified for a job. There are many qualified and overqualified foreigners here who still ...
You're wellcome Davina - Sometimes it's difficult - and long too ! - to explain on the right way how to manage a topic. a cultural way of "local life". Well, it's a challenge to express your feelings and views on a subject. ... Read More
Would you PAY someone to help you find a JOB in Norway? by Davina D
Hi everyone, Many people are interested in working in Norway, but often face a lot of roadblocks in actually finding jobs here. It's not enough to be qualified for a job. There are many qualified and overqualified foreigners here who still ...
Thanks for what you've just said Ocean ! (in your last post). Far away from commonplace remarks, tritenesses and banalities. Clever post I mean - avoïd angryness but "realistic". Fine... Especially when you said "that was in ... Read More
St. Olav's Way by FemkeMS
Hi, My name is Femke, 36 years old and I'm new here :top: All my life I have a weakness for Norway. Lucky for me my husband as well. We've been there twice in one year, in the summer and winter. This was a few years back in the southern ...
Nice ! I'll have a look. Always interesting, reading about new experienced people... ha det bra , Femke ! Read More
Safety in Norway by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Norway? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
No doubt ! ...Lucky guy you are ! (You and your girlfriend). Keep on going that way... I Wish you my best regards. Read More
Setting a Cy in norway (by Eur citizens - CEE) share exp. by Foster-Ehlé J-Ch
Hello ! I'm a French citizen - I'm planning to set a company in Norway ( in a middle term ...) . I'd like to share info with experienced people on this subject. People who tried - and succeeded if possible ! - in craftwork or trade ...
Thanks for your post , Arvictor ! Was just looking a T.v emission talking about antiques dealers .. in south of sweden specialised in ... french touch antiques ! Horrible profit my dear : a very simple iron "tree" to wear some candles (set ... Read More
Setting a Cy in norway (by Eur citizens - CEE) share exp.
Hello ! I'm a French citizen - I'm planning to set a company in Norway ( in a middle term ...) . I'd like to share info with experienced people on this subject. People who tried - and succeeded if possible ! - in craftwork or trade ... Read More
Would you PAY someone to help you find a JOB in Norway? by Davina D
Hi everyone, Many people are interested in working in Norway, but often face a lot of roadblocks in actually finding jobs here. It's not enough to be qualified for a job. There are many qualified and overqualified foreigners here who still ...
Hello Davina ! I hope w.e was sunny enough in Norway ! For us (middle of France) , it's becomin' less hot ... fuckin' sahara hot windy storm ! I was exhausted last week. Was condemned , sentenced to read a lot of things on websites, ... Read More
Safety in Norway by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Norway? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
Hello ! I saw your contribution to this topic - For sure, utlanders brought a lot of problems - you're living in countryside and generally speaking where ever you're living there're less pb. For sure, if you're living in a big city ... Read More
Would you PAY someone to help you find a JOB in Norway? by Davina D
Hi everyone, Many people are interested in working in Norway, but often face a lot of roadblocks in actually finding jobs here. It's not enough to be qualified for a job. There are many qualified and overqualified foreigners here who still ...
Heï Davina ! I read both of your answers to me and Ocean. You seem to be a very "boily" personality , no ? I can understand it because I'm too, My own way. I like it in fact people full of energy and ... clever - smart at least. ... Read More
Safety in Norway by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Norway? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
Good idea ! talkin' about safety in scandinavian countries ; a true way to introduce to our schizophrenic view of nowadays life environment . For sure compared to many other places in the world, scandinavian countries can provide a feeling of ... Read More
Would you PAY someone to help you find a JOB in Norway? by Davina D
Hi everyone, Many people are interested in working in Norway, but often face a lot of roadblocks in actually finding jobs here. It's not enough to be qualified for a job. There are many qualified and overqualified foreigners here who still ...
I loose my answer ... so I write it again. I'am not a specialist but I spent several journeys and last year again in Norway and then I worked in Göteborg. As far as I understand and "study" their "scandinavian way of ... Read More
skiller worker looking for a work in oslo by sam masud
Hai to all of my new friend. I am her in oslo new comer jast 1 month. I come with my family without job very dificult life her . If anybody can help me for find the job is very helpfull for mr me.i am professional for building constructions ...
Hi ECS ! I read a lot of forums ( recent or old one ...) on expat , both in french & english. I noticed you seem to be particularly aware of the "norvegian way of life" and the environment. I mean your answers & questions to ... Read More
skiller worker looking for a work in oslo by sam masud
Hai to all of my new friend. I am her in oslo new comer jast 1 month. I come with my family without job very dificult life her . If anybody can help me for find the job is very helpfull for mr me.i am professional for building constructions ...
Hello Sam. I tried to contact you - didn't succeed. Did you finally find a job in building renovation ? Read More
St. Olav's Way by FemkeMS
Hi, My name is Femke, 36 years old and I'm new here :top: All my life I have a weakness for Norway. Lucky for me my husband as well. We've been there twice in one year, in the summer and winter. This was a few years back in the southern ...
Well, I lived a few months in Oslo - then in Sweden ( göteborg) - ( that's why I learned both bokmal and svensk) - But, I was not really prepared for ...my migration. I guess. Norway I knew a long time ago... changed ! a lot... american ... Read More
St. Olav's Way by FemkeMS
Hi, My name is Femke, 36 years old and I'm new here :top: All my life I have a weakness for Norway. Lucky for me my husband as well. We've been there twice in one year, in the summer and winter. This was a few years back in the southern ...
Fine ! I thought reading quickly your answer I made a mistake about one of your interest ... Hobby and business in fact : talkin' about whisky. Then, I saw your website and understand I didn't. Have no knowledges about the subject. ... Read More
St. Olav's Way by FemkeMS
Hi, My name is Femke, 36 years old and I'm new here :top: All my life I have a weakness for Norway. Lucky for me my husband as well. We've been there twice in one year, in the summer and winter. This was a few years back in the southern ...
Heï, Heï Femke ! I saw your "intro" and realise I didn't write ....mine, I guess !!! I begun to take part to a blog as soon as I got the "green light" from Julien the founder of this site. I gonna do my best and ... Read More
Oslo to Paris weekendTrip by Guestposter45002
Hi Everyone, I am a Software Engineer from India.I am thinking of going to Paris via Amsterdam from Oslo on a weekend in sometime in June(Around 21st). Unfortunately due t my stringent schedule i cannot takemuch holidays....Friday Saturday and ...
Thank yu but I have no use of advertising about "hotels in Paris"... I have enough solutions by my family living in Paris or area around ! Read More
Oslo to Paris weekendTrip by Guestposter45002
Hi Everyone, I am a Software Engineer from India.I am thinking of going to Paris via Amsterdam from Oslo on a weekend in sometime in June(Around 21st). Unfortunately due t my stringent schedule i cannot takemuch holidays....Friday Saturday and ...
Heï Heï, "fornight" ! that's eactly what I tried to explain in my long "contribution" - In fact, as I said it on another blog to an american woman who lived in norway ( actually in germany) this kind of behaviour ... Read More
Oslo to Paris weekendTrip by Guestposter45002
Hi Everyone, I am a Software Engineer from India.I am thinking of going to Paris via Amsterdam from Oslo on a weekend in sometime in June(Around 21st). Unfortunately due t my stringent schedule i cannot takemuch holidays....Friday Saturday and ...
I followed your discussion about travelling - that's the right way to say ! - to Paris for 2 days. Sincerely, as an ex-inhabitant of this city - and more : as a french native one ! - I really consider this is just "throwing your money out ... Read More