Living expences
Housing in Norway
As you assignment is about to start, you probably have many questions about settling-in. Finding a suitable place to live can be challeging and entering a housing market with no experience may not be the best thing to do. At Pytheas we offer services in order to make the settling-in period run as smooth as possible.
The housing market vary from city to city. A two bedroom flat runs from 60-80 sqm, and the price level depends on the actual location.
Norwegian houses are mainly between 160-200 sqm and cosists of 3-4 bedrooms. Bungalows are rare, so you should expect at least 2 floors.
Living expences in Norway are high. To some extent this is compensated though his salaries, but you should expect to pay $ 8 for a Big Mac. Luxury items are normally subject to high tax levels, such as cars. Public transport is however fairly cheap and efficiant.
Family members who are EEA/EU citizens may enter Norway without applying for a specific permit. However, they are obliged to carry out formal registration with the Norwegian government.
Non-EEA/EU family members are in need of a family reunification permit and in some cases a visa in order to enter Norway.
Due to the extensive welfare system, the Norwegian tax level is high. Depending on your net income the tax levels are running from about 35%.
Taxes are normally deducted by your employer. Along with regular income tax, your employer is obligated to pay an employers contribution tax.
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