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alina4384

alina4384

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Filipino expat in Norway

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129

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About me

Filipino, Married

Speaks English, Filipino, Norwegian

Registration: 09 December 2016

alina4384
alina4384 replied to a thread
7 years ago
gracekimmo

Processing fiancee visa here in Norway by gracekimmo

Hello😃 My fiancee and me just applied for a fiancee visa today. Is it normal that they didnt get my passport? How long till i get a reply?My tourist visa expire this Sept.25, 2017. Is it possible to get married without the reply from the ...

alina4384

It´s a standard UDI notification they send for acknowledging your application. Nobody really updates the statuses even at your main UDI page. You´ll just see processing or other generic marks. They send that same email every month while ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
7 years ago
stevemartinov

Skilled worker visa, Norway by stevemartinov

Hello, I have applied for a skilled worker visa via UDI on 28th of August 2018 from Russia with my fiancee. I have received this email from UDI on 6th of September: [b]Dear applicant We have received your application for a residence permit We ...

alina4384

In some cases, they send that same format as notification but they never specifically inform us if it has been assessed, verified or for approval. When UDI handles the case, it can take months (depending on your visa type waiting period) and they ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Bank loans in Norway by Priscilla

Hello, Finances and banking can sometimes be a headache for many expats, especially when it comes to taking out bank loans. Is it difficult for an expat to get approved for a bank loan in Norway? What are the types of bank loans available ...

alina4384

There is a credit core rating in Norway which is used by all financial institutions in assessing an individuals capacity to borrow and repay the loans. For new residents, some banks require to have at least 150,000 and above yearly income to apply ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
7 years ago

norsk cours

You need an approved Family Reunification Visa which entitles you to be educated for free in the Norwegian language. It doesn’t really matter if you got married in Norway or in your home country. Living in Norway is not cheap so why not wait ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
7 years ago
sarjays

Norwegian Courses for Spouse by sarjays

Hello, I am going to receive my residence permit as I am married to a Norwegian Citizen. Does anyone know if Norwegian classes are free for foreign spouses? Thanks!

alina4384

Yes it is rett og plikt (Right and obligation) for spouses of Norwegian citizens to have 550 norskkurs + 50 norwegian social studies hours. You need to go to your kommune once you have your midlertidig oppholdstilatelse ( Temporary Residence Card). Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
7 years ago
kirseberry

Inviting parents in Norway by kirseberry

Hi everyone, I am a Filipina married here in Norway in court house and will have church wedding in Poland in September and would like to invite my parents here in Norway and we will guarantee them too. unfortunately my parents marriage certificate ...

alina4384

I think they would qualify for tourist visa instead. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Wetbot

Middle name of my husband by Wetbot

hei everyone people writting here sending messaging here .. ok i start now im a filipino woman from philippines im married to my husband from norway Questions 1. How can i registered my marriage to norway to be ligalized that im married to my ...

alina4384

Kindly refresh your browser. And just a reminder always use the english language in the forum. Thanks! Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Wetbot

Middle name of my husband by Wetbot

hei everyone people writting here sending messaging here .. ok i start now im a filipino woman from philippines im married to my husband from norway Questions 1. How can i registered my marriage to norway to be ligalized that im married to my ...

alina4384

I’ve replied on your PM regarding your situation. Hope it helps! Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Makka310

New in Bergen by Makka310

Hi all, i am hussein and i jest moved to berger for one year contracting in oil busniess from UAE Abudhabi, its very nice experiance for me to live in different contry such as norway, but my problem here to have a good close frinds, i have no frinds ...

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AUTHORIZATION HELSEDIREKTORATET Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Wetbot

Middle name of my husband by Wetbot

hei everyone people writting here sending messaging here .. ok i start now im a filipino woman from philippines im married to my husband from norway Questions 1. How can i registered my marriage to norway to be ligalized that im married to my ...

alina4384

Condolence. Are you in the Philippines or in Norway? Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

How to enter as a skilled worker in norway?

Kindly check here SKILLED WORKER UDI Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

Schengen Visitor Visa to Norway

Hi! Pls kindly check for waiting time in the official UDI site. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Joanah1234

Filipino aupair getting married norwegian man by Joanah1234

Hei every one i just want to ask some question 1. Iam currently aupair here in norway my visa expired march 2019 we can get married as long iam aupair in norway us that okay? For ex. Were getting married 3 months before? 2. Were both single and ...

alina4384

Hi! I’m a little unsure if I understood you correctly but here’s my quick analysis and answers: 1. Yes you can get married in norway. 2. It doesnt really matter where you getting married as long as you have the right to get married in ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

Help please? :(

The length of your relationship will be assessed and there might be a possibility that UDI will assume its too quick to get married as a red flag. Its a risk you need to take. I have not encountered or personally know people who had gone through the ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
pheebz0501

Marriage in Norway with Visitor's Visa (Tourist Visa) by pheebz0501

hi there! I am a filipina, married to a Norwegian citizen.. I would just like to share some important information that I acquired thru experience when I got married in Norway on visitor's visa (Schengen visa type C).. I will not discuss ...

alina4384

source: Lånekassen family immigration You have a residence permit based on family immigration. The person you are reunited with must be either a Norwegian citizen or a foreign citizen with a different residence basis in Norway than ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
pheebz0501

Marriage in Norway with Visitor's Visa (Tourist Visa) by pheebz0501

hi there! I am a filipina, married to a Norwegian citizen.. I would just like to share some important information that I acquired thru experience when I got married in Norway on visitor's visa (Schengen visa type C).. I will not discuss ...

alina4384

You need to have family reunification for spouse then I think its possible you will be granted the lanakassen. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
January27

Applying for Family reunification in Philippines to Norway by January27

Hi everyone! I just want t ask some opinion. I am going to submit my application for fiancee visa to the Royal Embassy in Manila this wednesday. Is there is any specific arrangement for all the document before submitting? Do i have to separate and ...

alina4384

Vfs manila or cebu just prepares and submits all applications from the PH. Approval comes from Utlendingsdirektoratet UDI. Before, it was the embassy handling the visa applications but they switched to VFS Global. :) Goodluck in all your ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
GuestPoster235

Moving to Bergen by GuestPoster235

Dear all, my name is Paola. I have just recived a job offer in Bergen, but I am not sure if I could afford living in this beautiful city with the salary they offered (around 450,000NOK/year --> around 280,000NOK/year after taxes). I am moving in ...

alina4384

Hi Paola! Bergen is indeed a beautiful city, ehem and expensive too (like everywhere else here in Norway). Your monthly budget will lie mostly on your house rent - you can check ads on finn.no , your transpo , your lifestyle (eating in restaurants + ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

possibility of finding a job?!

Hi! I'm a nurse as well, english speaker and living outside the city, from my experience, the hard truth is: it's not that easy to find jobs in my area unless I speak Norsk. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

Job

Hi, to be more specific, you may visit this link so you can find the specific job you're look for in real-time results: JOB VACANCIES IN NORWAY Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
yhang

family reunion visa.. can any filipina here help me? by yhang

halo alle sammen can anyone here give me some info bout family reunion visa? my husband and i first planned to apply for d-visa and family reunion visa but just found out yesterday that theres no d-visa anymore effective july 15,2013 but good ...

alina4384

He can apply a Spousal - Family Reunification Visa. Just check the requirements on udi.no and follow their steps. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
djoo25

Semester in Trondheim by djoo25

Hi, In fall 2018 I will be doing a semester in Trondheim at NTNU in mechanical engineering through a partnership between my university and NTNU. Because of this partnership, I have to select four classes in english. I heard that most of the classes ...

alina4384

Hi I think it's good to check their official website www.ntnu.no so you can see their requirements and how they run their classes, there must be an info there. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Shamala60

Cost of living in norway by Shamala60

How can you compare the cost of living and cost of education in Norway?

alina4384

Cost of living in Norway CLICK THIS Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Shamala60

Cost of living in norway by Shamala60

How can you compare the cost of living and cost of education in Norway?

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Jobs in norway HEREclick this Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Saidelmo

UDI and my Degrees for work permit in norway by Saidelmo

Hi there Just wondering if UDI can accept my degrees to apply for work permit I have Hotel management 2 years I worked in the hotel as a control management for 5 years in my country. Also international trad 2 years , i have just training like. 6 ...

alina4384

Hello Saidemo! I’m a lil unsure of your situation. The way I understood is that you’re planning to apply for work visa, right? Then it must be your employer’s requirement for your qualifications once you get a job contract. Basis ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Freeds_k

Alfaskolen One-Year Language Course by Freeds_k

Hi All, Has anyone taken the one-year Norwegian Language Course at Alfaskolen? I am looking into programs that will allow me to live in Norway and learn the language to a near intermediate level and too the culture. I am currently based in the US ...

alina4384

Awesome! Best of luck and Lykke Til! :) Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

Fiance Permit income requirements

Basically,UDI follows the updated income rule based on the time your visa application. It’s a bit vague to give an accurate answer bec when you stated “he works now” does that mean he wasn’t working last year? As UDI checks ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Freeds_k

Alfaskolen One-Year Language Course by Freeds_k

Hi All, Has anyone taken the one-year Norwegian Language Course at Alfaskolen? I am looking into programs that will allow me to live in Norway and learn the language to a near intermediate level and too the culture. I am currently based in the US ...

alina4384

Hi maybe this link will help answer your question: Click here Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

Autorisasjon as helsefagabeider was rejected. A Filipino citizen

Hi Sis Stephy and Starshine! As I have previously inquired with Stephy last year, she told me to consult an EVO senter, in my area I found Karrieresenter. It was very helpful to get all the necessary info from them regarding our education and the ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

Finding a job in education sector

Hi maybe researching infos from clicking here: https://www.udir.no/in-english/recognition-of-teacher-qualifications-and-kindergarten-teacher-qualifications/ will help. Good luck! Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
nikkaloves

Tourist visa application by nikkaloves

Hi good afternoon i just like to ask about the tourist visa application many of my friends told me that i should not apply tourist visa because tourist visa is for someone who's related to me. but for my case the one I'll visit in Norway is ...

alina4384

Sorry to hear about your application. However it would be best to build up your credibility first before thinking of another application. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

Is medical travel Insurance needed to apply for Fiance Visa in Norway?

Its always recommended to have a travel insurance coverage before travelling to Norway. Remember even if you get here you are still not covered by the National Insurance Scheme (no access to free healthcare) until you have successfully switched to ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Leyoyone

Immigration lawyers in Norway Akershus or Oslo by Leyoyone

Hi guys , can u recommend any good immigration lawyer to help me with a family immigration case with minor child.

alina4384

Hi! Lawyer fees can be expensive, hopefully this link can help. Click HERE Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Willow Lin

Norwegian Language Course for EU Spouse by Willow Lin

Hi, Everyone! I wonder if there are any other EU nationals who have married to a Norwegian person and facing the same problem. I am from the UK and I married to my Norwegian husband last year. I would like to attend a Norwegian course. It is said ...

alina4384

Yes that is correct. Spouses of Norwegian citizens are entitled to Right and Obligation for the Norwegian courses. 550hrs Norskkurs + 50hrs Samfunnkunnskap = R&P Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

Family immigration visa approval!

Hi Laksylaks! Mine was ten business days. :) Merry Christmas! Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

working for a UK company that provides services in Norway.

Hi it’s www.udi.no Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
GuestPoster178

Common-law Application for Non-EU with Norwegian by GuestPoster178

I'm looking for anyone who might have some experience with family immigration being a non-EU citizen going to Norway to be with their Norwegian partner as common-law? My boyfriend is Norwegian and I am Canadian. We have been together ...

alina4384

From experience, me and my bf (husband now) works offshore and they accepted our statement that he spends his off-time with me in the PH and when we applied for my visa change they acknowledged that we have been living together outside Norway. And ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

Keeping in touch while living in Norway

I keep my Ph mobile numbers on Globe and Smart networks that I have on roaming of course for business back home. It’s cheaper to just maintain a balance of PHP1000 or 160kr on both of them and I reply with the messages using Viber and Facebook ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Sandhyaad

About visa by Sandhyaad

Hi I am from Nepal And my boyfriend is in Norway .He and his family is there since 8 years.and we are in realtionship since 1.5 years .& he came to meet me in last february. Which way is eaiest to get there.? We were planning to getting married ...

alina4384

Things to consider for abiding UDI regulations, 1. 24 years old age 2. Should you wish to personally apply here in Norway pls read this first before you risk paying 8000kr HERE Lykke til! Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
nehaexpat

fiance visa - documents by nehaexpat

Hie everyone! I am new here . Currently i am in process of applying for my fiancee visa to Norway from my home country India. Can anyone help me on the this document mentioned by udi as: [b]confirmation from a relevant authority of the marital ...

alina4384

Not an Indian citizen but in the PH we have a Certificate of No Marriage or CENOMAR equivalent to CERTIFICATE OF NO IMPEDIMENT here in Norway. I did a lil research hope this article helps, kindly click HERE Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
florida05

Hello! I got an offer from a company in Moss, Norway. by florida05

I have read on internet that Norway is very expensive when it comes to taxes, food & living. It varies from person to person. If I talk about my family, It is just me & my wife. We live a moderately style of living, once a week outing kinda. ...

alina4384

Hello Florida05! Congrats on the job offer! I have worked in Moss a few years ago it was a bit small but lovely town and yes it's really expensive here in Norway but it's up to you guys on how you budget your money. As per stats, the ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
ninafrusciante

What is processing time of fiance permit application for Norway? by ninafrusciante

Hi everyone, my Norwegian boyfriend and I plan to get married and I am curious how long does it take to receive a response after applying. There are some old topics on this website where people say they have been waiting 9 months and more, but ...

alina4384

yes I know it's a tourist visa, but was it expired already? how many entries was it? when is the exact days of your entry and exit here in Norway? I am asking because not all tourist visas are the same and I can not guess what type you have and ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
ninafrusciante

What is processing time of fiance permit application for Norway? by ninafrusciante

Hi everyone, my Norwegian boyfriend and I plan to get married and I am curious how long does it take to receive a response after applying. There are some old topics on this website where people say they have been waiting 9 months and more, but ...

alina4384

Hi, just to clarify, what type of Schengen Visa do you have and the exact validity of that? It’s hard to give an accurate answer when your information is unclear. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
ninafrusciante

What is processing time of fiance permit application for Norway? by ninafrusciante

Hi everyone, my Norwegian boyfriend and I plan to get married and I am curious how long does it take to receive a response after applying. There are some old topics on this website where people say they have been waiting 9 months and more, but ...

alina4384

Yes for FILIPINO citizens, you submit your passport together with your required documents to VFS Manila or Cebu. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
ninafrusciante

What is processing time of fiance permit application for Norway? by ninafrusciante

Hi everyone, my Norwegian boyfriend and I plan to get married and I am curious how long does it take to receive a response after applying. There are some old topics on this website where people say they have been waiting 9 months and more, but ...

alina4384

If you leave Schengen and your visa does not cover more entries, you must apply for a new visa to re-enter Schengen as per UDI instructions. You can reapply again for your Schengen visa, that’s normal because initially they can issue you a ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
ninafrusciante

What is processing time of fiance permit application for Norway? by ninafrusciante

Hi everyone, my Norwegian boyfriend and I plan to get married and I am curious how long does it take to receive a response after applying. There are some old topics on this website where people say they have been waiting 9 months and more, but ...

alina4384

Please remember that there is a rule that once you apply for switching your Schengen visa to family reunification you would need to wait for the decision. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
qmiri

Lack of privacy in Norway by qmiri

Ok so I hope this doesn't turn into much of a rant. But I think I'd like to give others a warning about this, and ask more experienced expats for advice. It seems that the moment you get a phone number in Norway, your number, name and ...

alina4384

I don’t like it either. In my experience, I signed up with those sites, with 1881 site I immediately got an answer but with gule sider I had to request twice over their site, didn’t work so I needed to call them. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
qmiri

Lack of privacy in Norway by qmiri

Ok so I hope this doesn't turn into much of a rant. But I think I'd like to give others a warning about this, and ask more experienced expats for advice. It seems that the moment you get a phone number in Norway, your number, name and ...

alina4384

Hi, I have the same struggle of dealing with those people, at 1881 and gulesider page you can contact them to request the deletion of your info. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

Festivals in Scotland

When I was working in Edinburgh, I have experienced attending the EIFF Edinburgh International Film Festival every June/July. It was a blast! Totally love the culture! Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

Living in the Philippines eBook

Topics such as current Scammer alerts , cheap but good finds in hotels, resorts, restaurants and maybe an unbiased comparison of different cities/places which you can recommend as an expat. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Mrs.smilgevicius

RESIDENCE CARD APPLICATION UDI(EEA REGULATION) by Mrs.smilgevicius

Hi there, I just wanna share my experience with regards to applying residence permit here in Norway.I am Filipina married to Lithuanian citizen my husband is currently working in Norway,as part of the regulation.I,as an spouse of an EU citizen can ...

alina4384

the visa approval decision letter usually doesn’t take more than a working week following the email notif you have received. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

Application for family reunion to get marry in norway

You can take cfo after your visa has been granted. D Visa is an ENTRY visa for more info click THIS Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
cerulean6

Filipinos in Norway by cerulean6

Dear expat.com team, Do you have a link in this site where I can look for Filipino members? Thanks.

alina4384

I wish you well in your job search, learn the language, at least try, my regards to you and your family. Just post here or send a mssg should you have queries. Lykke til! Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
cerulean6

Filipinos in Norway by cerulean6

Dear expat.com team, Do you have a link in this site where I can look for Filipino members? Thanks.

alina4384

"is it advisable that I move in there together with my family? Would it be more beneficial to raise children there than here in our country? I know that the concern would be the cost of living there, but in terms of educating children, ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
cerulean6

Filipinos in Norway by cerulean6

Dear expat.com team, Do you have a link in this site where I can look for Filipino members? Thanks.

alina4384

It would be better if you can practice your profession here, before you think of fully settling here, you need a job contract from an employer here. Kids are well supported here by the government, I am really impressed with the welfare system here. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

Application for family reunion to get marry in norway

Yes you need that. You can fully check it by clicking this Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
cerulean6

Filipinos in Norway by cerulean6

Dear expat.com team, Do you have a link in this site where I can look for Filipino members? Thanks.

alina4384

Before I answer your questions, I'd like to know what kind of job are you going to apply here? So that I can give a quite detailed information regarding your sitch. :) Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
cerulean6

Filipinos in Norway by cerulean6

Dear expat.com team, Do you have a link in this site where I can look for Filipino members? Thanks.

alina4384

I don't blame them for experiencing such unfriendliness from the Norwegians. We don't really know. It's hard to judge.In my experience, it's not that bad. You might think I'll be biased but honestly maybe they are a bit reserved. ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
cerulean6

Filipinos in Norway by cerulean6

Dear expat.com team, Do you have a link in this site where I can look for Filipino members? Thanks.

alina4384

work in norway site Visas people who verify foreign education NAV Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
cerulean6

Filipinos in Norway by cerulean6

Dear expat.com team, Do you have a link in this site where I can look for Filipino members? Thanks.

alina4384

Hi Cerulean! Just to clarify- I’m a medic for a Norwegian offshore company here and was working with my husband at the same company. I would also like to correct you on your belief that the easiest way to get here is thru marriage. No. Anyone ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
SwatiJ

How many Indians in Norway?? by SwatiJ

Hi All, I'm new in this forum. I've got an offer from my Company, the Software company to work in their Norway centre. I'm currently working from India. Since I've never been to Oslo and so not able to make my mind whether to try and take risk of ...

alina4384

Hi Rajesh, I can suggest an alternative to finn, you can try checking out hybel Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
SwatiJ

How many Indians in Norway?? by SwatiJ

Hi All, I'm new in this forum. I've got an offer from my Company, the Software company to work in their Norway centre. I'm currently working from India. Since I've never been to Oslo and so not able to make my mind whether to try and take risk of ...

alina4384

Just an updated answer for the topic title HOW MANY INDIANS IN NORWAY? As of 2nd Quarter of 2017 India has a net registered migration of 244. SOURCE: SSB Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Aseel9

Hello everyone by Aseel9

Could anyone please give me some information about norway

alina4384

Hello Aseel9, your question is a lil unclear, can you pls specify what kind of information are you looking for about Norway? Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Alwayshers

Information for getting married in norway by Alwayshers

Hi guys my name is arnold im looking for information to getting married in norway. My fiance lives in norway i plan on going there for three months next year. Ive looked through this website ...

alina4384

Hello Arnold, getting married should be easy in terms of complying with submission of the proper documentation to skatteetaten. For an American citizen (who have no permanent residence in Norway) you must submit the following: 1. Declaration by the ... Read More

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8 years ago
Asjovz

Fiancee Visa by Asjovz

Hi everyone, Have a nice day! Anybody here can help us? What are the requirements needed for applying Visa from Philippines to Norway? I am a Filipina and currently annulled and my fiancee is Norwegian and divorced already long time ago. Please ...

alina4384

Hi there! You need to use the UDI website for applying a fiancee visa. As per UDI requirement: You need a divorce certificate or death certificate, if the applicant or the reference person has been married before. As a main rule the divorce should ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
cerulean6

Filipinos in Norway by cerulean6

Dear expat.com team, Do you have a link in this site where I can look for Filipino members? Thanks.

alina4384

From one Filipino to another, my answer is that first- it really depends on which sector you plan to work, second thing is the location, third is the educational background you have, fourth is the norwegian language which I want to differentiate ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Justify35

Renewal of passport. by Justify35

Good evening everyone, just newly here I need help in Philippine embassy in Oslo. I married here in Norway and my passport will expire next year July. I read in the website and said that 6 months validity before expiration date and need to renew. My ...

alina4384

Hello glendora, you can renew your passport just follow the instructions in HERE Read More

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8 years ago
cerulean6

Filipinos in Norway by cerulean6

Dear expat.com team, Do you have a link in this site where I can look for Filipino members? Thanks.

alina4384

yes I am living here in Norway :) Read More

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8 years ago
Priscilla

Norway's most expensive cities by Priscilla

Hello everyone, What are the most expensive cities to live in Norway? What are the costs of things such as rent, utilities, weekly groceries, dining out, etc.? What is the lifestyle like in these cities, for expats and locals? What are the ...

alina4384

You’re welcome! Lykke til! Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

switch family unification residence to student permit

hello! you can try this site https://www.workinnorway.no/ Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Norway's most expensive cities by Priscilla

Hello everyone, What are the most expensive cities to live in Norway? What are the costs of things such as rent, utilities, weekly groceries, dining out, etc.? What is the lifestyle like in these cities, for expats and locals? What are the ...

alina4384

Hi, I cannot give you a direct answer but I can give you some helpful sites to give you an idea how much is the cost for renting and how much the salaries are in general: for renting finn for IT IT A lil help of google translate must be handy ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
ace16

Appeal - UDI for family denied. Anyone got same experience? by ace16

Hi! I just received the decision of UDI regarding my family immigration application and it is denied. We are planning to appeal for it. Is anyone here experienced the same situation that I have?

alina4384

You must appeal before the deadline and hope this link gives you a detailed info: HOW TO APPEAL Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

category of visa to apply

The category for applying Fiancee Visa in UDI is under the Family Reunification https://www.udi.no/en/want-to-apply/family-immigration/ Just select the fiancee option. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

Land my grandparents are giving me in the Philippines

Hi Randy! As long as you and your family can prove authenticity of ownership with the valid papers we can help you. It’s my dad who has experience in handling cases like that. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Online shopping in Norway by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Shopping online can be far more convenient and offer greater choice than going into shops, be it grocery shopping or retail. Are there options for online shopping in Norway? Which sites or apps do you use most frequently and ...

alina4384

For online shopping here, I usually use apps for certain local shops where they have a membership program. While for international online shops, I mostly order from the U.S. and U.K. websites : amazon.com amazon.co.uk As a general rule, When ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
are14

Getting married with tourist visa in Norway by are14

Is it okay to get married in norway with a tourist visa? What are the consequences if we do so?

alina4384

Yes you can apply for the fiancé permit and after getting married apply for family reunification here in Norway. I'm not sure about the age difference, but you can always review the guidelines ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

study in Norway, Oslo for Master degree for English Language

https://www.samordnaopptak.no/info/english/ Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

Child benefits?: Norwegian father, foreign custodial mum living abroad

Hi, hope this link helps: https://www.nav.no/en/Home/Benefits+and+services/Relatert+informasjon/the-non-custodial-parent-living-in-norway Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

work in norway

Here are the 2 common sites where you can get a specific answer regarding your situation https://www.workinnorway.no/ www.udi.no Overstaying = Expulsion https://www.udi.no/en/word-definitions/expulsion/ Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

study in Norway, Oslo for Master degree for English Language

Glad to help! You can also visit UiO www.uio.no , they offer masterals there. Goodluck! Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

study in Norway, Oslo for Master degree for English Language

Hi Maria, you can try looking up here www.nokut.no so that you can have specific info on your credentials based on your country of education if it matches the Norwegian education system. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
ludz

About fiancee visa in Norway by ludz

Anyone here who had experience about fiancee visa?Do you have any updates about your application?How long you been waiting?please share your experience.

alina4384

If you are on Tourist Visa, you can get married as long as you have scheduled your wedding within your allowed stay here, that means getting your papers approved in skatteetaten for the test certificate then after that you can choose to get married ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
cerulean6

Filipinos in Norway by cerulean6

Dear expat.com team, Do you have a link in this site where I can look for Filipino members? Thanks.

alina4384

Most Filipinos here are in the Norway Visas Forum, you can try to look and contact kabayans there. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Mamafloyd

Job seeker by Mamafloyd

Am Kenyan citizen seeking for any job in norway. Where or how can I start my search?

alina4384

Anyone on Schengen/Tourist visa is not allowed to find or apply for a job while here in Norway accdg to UDI regulations. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Beleme

Case processing for family reunification applied in Norway by Beleme

Hello. I just wanna ask if how many months do I have to wait for my application of family immigration? It says that the case processing takes usually 4 months. I applied here in Norway by the way. I feel anxious since I haven't heard anything ...

alina4384

Mine was 2 weeks. Hope you get an approval fast too! Goodluck! Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Beleme

Case processing for family reunification applied in Norway by Beleme

Hello. I just wanna ask if how many months do I have to wait for my application of family immigration? It says that the case processing takes usually 4 months. I applied here in Norway by the way. I feel anxious since I haven't heard anything ...

alina4384

Congrats! Yup, you can book an appointment in the udi self service portal already for ordering the residence card. Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
gracekimmo

Processing fiancee visa here in Norway by gracekimmo

Hello😃 My fiancee and me just applied for a fiancee visa today. Is it normal that they didnt get my passport? How long till i get a reply?My tourist visa expire this Sept.25, 2017. Is it possible to get married without the reply from the ...

alina4384

Yw. It is really a case to case basis. Some people waited a month but others longer even if they meet all the requirements. When UDI handles the cases here it usually take 4 months or more. Just try to push your worries away while waiting, you just ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
ludz

About fiancee visa in Norway by ludz

Anyone here who had experience about fiancee visa?Do you have any updates about your application?How long you been waiting?please share your experience.

alina4384

For Philippine citizens: These offer Schengen approved travel insurance: AXA Standard Insurance Blue Cross I personally experienced ordering and paying online with Bluecross when I was travelling back and forth here in Norway. The medical ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
gracekimmo

Processing fiancee visa here in Norway by gracekimmo

Hello😃 My fiancee and me just applied for a fiancee visa today. Is it normal that they didnt get my passport? How long till i get a reply?My tourist visa expire this Sept.25, 2017. Is it possible to get married without the reply from the ...

alina4384

Hi! They dont take the passport here. It's best to get married with a permission from UDI should you intend to get married while waiting for the fiance visa then you need upon approval of ur fiance visa u need to change it to family ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Justify35

Renewal of passport. by Justify35

Good evening everyone, just newly here I need help in Philippine embassy in Oslo. I married here in Norway and my passport will expire next year July. I read in the website and said that 6 months validity before expiration date and need to renew. My ...

alina4384

Hi! If you reported your marriage to the embassy already, then you would have a MARRIED civil status and as you fill out the forms for renewal of passport you can tick the box there for MARRIED status. Yes its better to call them for an appointment ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
ludz

About fiancee visa in Norway by ludz

Anyone here who had experience about fiancee visa?Do you have any updates about your application?How long you been waiting?please share your experience.

alina4384

Hi, duration of stay is how many days you are allowed to stay here in Norway (or any Schengen state) and the Validity of your visa is also stated in your Schengen visa as well. sample format in the visa is like this: VISUM VALID FOR ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Justify35

Renewal of passport. by Justify35

Good evening everyone, just newly here I need help in Philippine embassy in Oslo. I married here in Norway and my passport will expire next year July. I read in the website and said that 6 months validity before expiration date and need to renew. My ...

alina4384

Hi you can both do it at the same time, just complete all the docs they needed from you, download all the forms you need to submit and you can always call the embassy should you need clearer instructions on how to file your report of marriage and ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
nevergiveup7

how can i bring my indian gf to norway and marry her ? please help by nevergiveup7

[b]hi[/b] , i have been in a 3 years relationship with indian girl ... and i'm so deeply in love with her that i really can't imagine my life without her we are planing to get married but we dont know what can we do. i'm 21 years old ...

alina4384

Hi, the first most important thing is to find yourself a job and stay on it :) In UDI terms once your gf applies for a fiance visa, you will be the REFERENCE PERSON. Meaning you need to qualify to meet their aforesaid list of requirements as you ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

How to get Norway Study visa? Help please

Hi, I think this might help if you explore reading through this page nokut site You need to verify that your education from your home country can be accepted in Norwegian education standards. And the next step is to find which requirements you ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Whynot1973

How long it takes to get divorce in Norway by Whynot1973

I am planning to get married with a norwegian woman. She has ended a year of separation with her husband. They both have sent 2 testimonies signed by 2 persons who know about their separation to confirm their situation. How long then it will be ...

alina4384

You're welcome. Glad to help. Sorry but I don't have messenger. I do hope she understands that it's minimum 2 years for the process. I'm not sure it can be any faster than that unless the law changes here in Norge. lol Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Whynot1973

How long it takes to get divorce in Norway by Whynot1973

I am planning to get married with a norwegian woman. She has ended a year of separation with her husband. They both have sent 2 testimonies signed by 2 persons who know about their separation to confirm their situation. How long then it will be ...

alina4384

Yes they need 1 witness for her and 1 the ex - that's for the divorce process. "If a couple have children under the age of 16, they are obliged to attend mediation proceedings at a family counselling office as the first step before a ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Whynot1973

How long it takes to get divorce in Norway by Whynot1973

I am planning to get married with a norwegian woman. She has ended a year of separation with her husband. They both have sent 2 testimonies signed by 2 persons who know about their separation to confirm their situation. How long then it will be ...

alina4384

1 year trial separation and another year of waiting for their finality papers. and if she wants to get married again within 2 yrs her divorce has been granted, she needs the ex husband to sign a notice paper called Erklæring om skifte - ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago

Income requirement for family immigration

Hi, you may refer to this : "4.2.1. The applicant's income, when the applicant is in legal employment in Norway If the applicant is legally employed in Norway, the applicant's income shall also be included, cf. the Immigration ... Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Beleme

Case processing for family reunification applied in Norway by Beleme

Hello. I just wanna ask if how many months do I have to wait for my application of family immigration? It says that the case processing takes usually 4 months. I applied here in Norway by the way. I feel anxious since I haven't heard anything ...

alina4384

Sent my application to politi for family reunification : July 27, 2017 Received the approval letter (email): August 12, 2017 Now enrolled in norskurs spring class. yehey! Read More

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alina4384 replied to a thread
8 years ago
stivenson

Politi interview by stivenson

Hello everyone, I'm sorry of this topic been discussed before but I couldn't find it anywhere. Since I can't find topics really discussion the interview with the politi, my wife got a summoning letter for the interview, so I won't ...

alina4384

Hi Marizza! In my opinion, yes, UDI is very strict in obtaining personal info for everyone and we really need to declare what is being asked of us. Be honest. I dunno if your present husband might get affected about that previous marriages you had ... Read More