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Life in Norway: An Immigrant's Guide to Wages, Taxes, and Living Costs in Tromsø
A recent social media video by user Dua, known as m0ralaexploradora, offers a detailed look into the realities of living and working in Tromsø, Norway. As a waitress, Dua shares her personal financial insights and practical advice for potential immigrants. According to Dua, waitstaff in Norway can earn between 190 and 230 Norwegian kroner per hour, which translates to approximately €19 per hour. Monthly earnings, she explains, can range from €3,500 to €4,000 after taxes, depending on extra hours worked and shifts on Sundays or holidays, which can pay double. Regarding taxes, Dua notes that new immigrants typically pay 25% in their first year, which then increases to 30-35% from the second year onwards. However, she mentions that due to her frequent travel and fewer working hours, she continues to pay 25% and even received a tax refund this year. The cost of living in Norway is highlighted as high. A coffee can cost €5, a room €500 per month, and a full apartment between €1,300 and €1,500. Monthly bus passes are around €50. Dua manages to keep her food expenses to about €100 per month by eating most of her meals at the restaurant where she works. She asserts that despite the high costs, it is possible to live comfortably and save money, especially if one is disciplined with spending, as she saves 60% of her salary for a personal project. Dua also advises learning Norwegian, even though English is widely spoken, to open more opportunities and avoid awkward social situations. She acknowledges the cold climate and long polar nights in Tromsø but states that it does not personally affect her, emphasizing that individual resilience plays a role. She concludes by inviting viewers to her YouTube channel for a more comprehensive video detailing her entire immigration journey, including how she found housing and employment.
