Basic introduction to studying in Norway

Norway must have been blessed by God and given it inexhaustible natural treasures. Wonderful golden road, breathtaking silver trails, beautiful glacier fjords and quiet mountain cities? Norway, the country of ten thousand islands, was recommended by the United Nations as? The best land on earth? Now it is opening its arms, waiting for many people of insight to join. In the welfare ranking of 148 economies, Norway ranks first. In the same year 165438+ 10, Legatum Institute, an international think tank, released? 20 15 global prosperity index? In the list, Norway has achieved another success, winning the championship for seven consecutive years, and at the same time becoming the only country where all the selection indicators have entered the top ten. In June 5438+February of the same year, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) released the Human Development Report 20 15 covering 88 countries and regions around the world, and Norway won the championship with the highest score of 0.944 (full score 1).

Developed economy, unlimited prospects.

Norway is a developed industrialized country, and metallurgy, chemical industry, paper making, wood processing and shipbuilding are all strengths in traditional industries. The important pillars of the national economy are the oil industry and fisheries. Norway is the largest oil producer in Western Europe and the third largest oil exporter in the world, the most famous of which is fishery. Norway has a long coastline, with a total length of over 2 1000 km. The ocean area is vast, and the sea area is six times its land area. Norway is located at the intersection of Atlantic warm current and Arctic cold current, and its unique geographical environment and climatic conditions make it a rich fishing ground. Norwegians have been fishing for a living since ancient times, and this mode of production has developed into the basis of life and culture in coastal areas. Today, fishery is still one of the most important export industries in Norway and the second pillar industry after oil.

Relying on their own advantageous industries, Norwegians generally have a well-off living standard and the overall level is among the best in the world. Against the background of numerous auras, Norway frequently appears in the list of major authorities. The successful economic model has become a model of the perfect combination of market liberalization and government macro-control, and Norway has also become one of the pioneers in creating a modern welfare state.

Because the Norwegian government is not short of funds, it has never made high-profile publicity to expand its influence like other European countries. However, in the past decade, with the acceleration of the internationalization of the global economic structure, the Norwegian government realized the importance of keeping pace with the times and began to adjust its direction and open its arms to attract more outstanding overseas talents to invest in home ownership and live and work in peace and contentment.

Introduction of mainstream immigration methods

Norway is one of the countries that humanize high-level skilled immigrants and business self-employed immigrants, but humanization is only manifested in the requirements for investment, and the requirements for applicants' academic qualifications are still very strict. According to statistics, most people in China who are employed locally have doctorates. It can be seen that the immigrants most welcomed by the Norwegian government are highly educated talents. The following are some mainstream immigration methods.

The advantages of self-employed immigrants (also known as investment immigrants) are low tax requirements and flexible entrepreneurship. For investors who immigrate to Norway by themselves, there are the following requirements: 1. Applicants must have a full-time college degree or above. 2. Resident business must be carried out in Norway, which can be in the form of a domestic parent company setting up a subsidiary in Norway. 3. The three-year start-up capital and budget can be invested in batches. If it is a sole proprietorship, the applicant shall bear all the responsibilities; If it is a limited liability company, the applicant only bears limited liability, but must provide certain financial guarantee for the operation of the enterprise, and at the same time must provide a minimum living guarantee certificate to meet the basic salary conditions for hiring Norwegian employees. Self-employed immigrants in Norway can become employment immigrants by looking for jobs, family members can do business to find jobs, and children can go to school for free.

The advantage of employer-sponsored immigration (also known as skilled immigration) is that it is fast and stable, and there is no requirement for immigration funds, but the tax rate is high. In addition to obtaining the guarantee from the employer, such workers also have corresponding requirements for academic qualifications, technical level and working standards. 1. Must have qualified vocational skills and have corresponding vocational training plan in Norway. 2. If you have rich work experience, your work experience must be related to the career you want to pursue. 3. Some important positions in education, innovation, medical care and other fields require higher academic qualifications, such as bachelor's degree in engineering or nursing; Teachers must have a master's degree or above.

Self-funded researchers need to find their own projects and free funds. Such applicants are generally doctors.

The above categories are all technical work permits, and work visas are obtained after approval. Applicants only need to meet the annual pre-tax income of 250,000 kronor (about 6.5438+0.8 million yuan) to immigrate to the whole family. Spouses and children can apply at the same time without waiting. After living in Norway for three years, you can apply for permanent residence and enjoy the same rights as taxpayers. You can't leave Norway for more than two years after obtaining a permanent residence permit, otherwise your permanent residence status will be cancelled. You can apply for Norwegian citizenship after seven years.

No matter what kind of immigration you apply for, it is recommended that applicants must ask professional consulting companies, experts or lawyers to do it for themselves before applying. Tailored? The most suitable plan, at the same time, we should know more about the relevant immigration laws and regulations, make more field trips, and make good professional planning and material preparation.

Is the policy depression attractive? Money?

In the past, Norwegian employers preferred to hire domestic workers. They think that local people are relatively stable and easy to communicate, which leads to high unemployment rate of immigrants. However, with the passage of time, employers began to favor immigrants, especially those who have both professional skills and hard work, and are increasingly welcomed by employers. Compared with college graduates who have no work experience in China, employers are more willing to hire foreign highly educated talents. The overall level of immigration? High quality? Thanks to the fact that the Norwegian Immigration Service has never controlled immigration? Off-chain? Although the number of immigrants has increased greatly in the past decade, it has not lost control or lowered standards. Undeniably, the Immigration Bureau has played a vital role.

With the acceleration of global international talent flow, the Norwegian Immigration Bureau has moderately relaxed the application conditions for self-employed immigrants and employers' sponsored immigrants, which are no longer limited to large enterprises, and many small and medium-sized enterprises have also been included in the scope of employing immigrant employees; It also requires the employer to ensure that the wage standard matches the education level. The higher the education, the higher the salary. The amount of investment also determines the probability of approval, and opportunities are only reserved for people with superior conditions and adequate preparation.

? Policy depression? Is attracting more and more overseas talents. Humanization? This time is also particularly important. The Norwegian government never regards money as the sole criterion, and it also attaches great importance to and gives preferential treatment to talents with good higher education. For example, there is special concern about the limited processing and approval process. For example, the applicant's family members are classified as the accelerated processing group, and the process and procedure are faster and easier than the foreign spouses of Norwegian citizens.

If you can't apply for self-employment immigration without strong strength to carry out permanent business, then employer-sponsored immigration will be another good choice. If the applicant has a bachelor's degree or above, it will become relatively easy in the application process and the chances of being approved are greater; If you have a college degree, but have a high level of professional skills or rich experience in senior management, you can also give yourself extra points.

In view of the pressure of international and domestic markets and economic situation, the Norwegian government is constantly improving and adjusting its ruling policy to cope with the new pattern of economic globalization. The Norwegian government has been constantly looking for new economic growth points in foreign trade and commerce, such as improving the trade and investment environment by further reforming the tax system and improving public services; Strengthen infrastructure construction and innovation investment to promote the improvement of productivity and employment level; Vigorously promote privatization of state-owned enterprises, encourage private capital investment, and strive to seek diversified development on the basis of overall economic stability. Various preferential foreign investment policies are paving the way for investment immigrants, and Norway has close economic and trade cooperation with many countries, which will certainly provide investors with broader development space for doing business in Norway.

Has the real estate market ushered in? Another spring?

As the Norwegian central bank lowered the benchmark interest rate, the Norwegian krone depreciated, prompting a large amount of international capital to flow into the Norwegian real estate market, which brought a round? Another spring? . In 20 15, the Norwegian central bank lowered the benchmark interest rate twice, making real estate transactions more active. During the period from 20 15 to 10, the total turnover of the Norwegian real estate market reached 800 million euros.

Investment analysis reports of DNB, Nordea Bank and other institutions show that although oil price changes have a certain impact on Norway's economy, the employment rate and GDP growth rate are still in the forefront of Europe because of Norway's stable political situation, good government finances and a population growth rate far higher than the European average. In the long run, the investment risk is relatively small, which makes overseas real estate investors have enough confidence in investing in Norway. At the same time, the bank's preferential loan interest rate is also one of the important reasons for the vigorous development of the Norwegian real estate market.

For many years, Oslo, the capital, and Axhus, the second most populous city, have been the most active areas for real estate transactions, and now this trend is more obvious. Only in 20 12 years, the real estate transaction volume in these two regions accounted for 49% of the total transaction volume in Norway, and this proportion rose to 60% in 20 14 years. Judging from the price increase, the price increase in big cities and central cities is the most obvious. According to the data from the beginning of 20 14 to the third quarter of 20 15, the house prices in most parts of Norway are on the rise, but the increase range is different. Among them, the housing price in the capital Oslo rose by 16. 1%, which was 6.4 percentage points higher than the national average. Housing prices in other major cities located in the southwest where the population is concentrated, such as Bergen and Trondheim, are also higher than the national average, while the increase in the northern and eastern regions is relatively small.

According to some real estate management and investment companies, the Norwegian real estate market will continue to prosper in 20 16 years. World-renowned real estate investors have successively listed Norway in the investment list, and it is expected that their investment enthusiasm will continue in the future.

For immigrants, the Norwegian government has no special restrictions on buying, renting or developing real estate. Immigrants are free to buy real estate, land, second-hand houses and shops, enjoy the right to rent and operate shops, and are not limited by the number of houses bought and sold. Immigrants can also participate in the purchase of affordable housing, exempt from transaction tax, the cost is relatively low, and they can apply for 70% low-interest loans. The transaction tax of commercial housing is 2.5%, and the interest is currently 2.5%. A general loan requires a one-year tax certificate. New immigrants enjoy the preferential tax policy of 10%.

Houses in popular areas are always in short supply, which is a typical seller's market. Most of the houses in the capital are more than 2 million Norwegian kroner, and the house price is similar to that in Beijing, but the actual area is very cost-effective. Many villas contain a large area of open space, and the rate of return is about 10%, with room for growth every year. If you choose to rent, the income can basically pay the monthly payment, and the geographical location and decoration degree are important factors to determine the rent level.

Good mountains, good water and good welfare

Norway is a high welfare country with scarce and expensive human resources. Norway is not only rich, but also has a perfect management system. Immigrants enjoy the same rights (except voting rights) and benefits as Norwegians as soon as they land. Norway is full of beautiful scenery, fresh air and rich Nordic customs. Colorful outdoor activities and cultural projects make everyone who comes here shine.

Education: the system of free and compulsory education for 10 years (6- 16 years old) will be implemented. There are many public schools, with the central government in charge of higher education and local governments in charge of secondary and primary education. For China students who want to study abroad or emigrate, there is no need to worry about not being able to speak Norwegian, because many colleges and universities offer English courses. Among the 34 member countries of the OECD, Norway is one of the countries with the largest investment in education. Public schools are free for international students and immigrant students.

Employment and social welfare: the main applicant should ensure the stability of business after immigration. The accompanying family members can find jobs, and it is not difficult for China people to find jobs. Education, medical care and old-age care are all the same policies as locals, and there is no special treatment. Norway is the country with the best welfare in the world, better than Australia, the United States and Canada. The proportion of sick leave (100% salary), mother's allowance (the maximum allowance for giving birth is NOK 540,000 before tax one year), unemployment allowance (up to two years) and pension is higher than these countries. Provided by the government? From cradle to grave? Various welfare guarantees.

Life: Norway was recommended by the United Nations? The best land on earth? . Published in Transparency International? 20 15 Global Corruption Perception Index? Among them, Norway ranks sixth. In this rich, peaceful and equal land, people weave a splendid life with happiness and friendliness. It is suggested that new immigrants learn Norwegian while doing business and enjoy their new life after landing in Norway. After all, mastering the local language can help them better understand the local customs and integrate into local life.