Newcomers

New to Stavanger and Norway?

My Best Tips for Newcomers:
Valentina Casasola, who moved to Stavanger with her family in August 2021, will share her top tips for newcomers.
Presentation in Italian.

Job Opportunities:
Maria Mår Johansen from the Stavanger Chamber of Commerce will discuss job prospects in the area.
Presentation in English.

Exploring the Fjords:
Fabrizio Biolchini, a certified tour guide with the Stavanger Tourist Association, will present hiking tours and various courses.
Presentation in Italian.

Are you curious about the city and eager to learn how things work in this country? In August, we organized an evening event for newcomers, featuring engaging speakers, useful advice, and, of course, pizza!

The Italian Cultural Association in Stavanger (IKIS) held its first welcome seminar for newly arrived Italians in August 2023. Thanks to the positive feedback and collaboration with Oslo Comites, we decided to repeat the initiative.

We were thrilled to have a full house, as we say in Norwegian. The presentations were recorded, so you can watch them anytime to learn more about life in Norway.

Explore the resources on living in Stavanger and Norway here.

And by the way, welcome to Norway and welcome to IKIS!

Presenters:

What to Do If You Get Sick:
Dr. Erlend Nordseth will explain the healthcare system in Norway, covering who to contact, what to do, and where to go if you fall ill.
Presentation in Italian.

Banking System:
Sissel Haarr from SR Bank will explain how to set up a bank account, use online/mobile banking services, and obtain BankID and Vipps.
Presentation in English.

Honorary Vice Consul:
Alessia Galfano, Honorary Vice Consul in Stavanger, will introduce the role of the honorary consul and provide details on frequent activities and consular services, such as passport renewal.
Presentation in Italian.
Comites Oslo:
Representing Italian citizens residing in Norway and Iceland, Comites Oslo promotes social and cultural initiatives for the Italian community abroad. Tania Di Chiara will present the organisation.
Presentation in Italian.
The Dante Alighieri Association in Stavanger:
Claudio Visentin, the President of the Dante Alighieri Association in Stavanger, will present the association and its ongoing activities.
Presentation in Italian.
The Italian Cultural Association in Stavanger (IKIS):
Cristiano Camatel, President of IKIS, will present the association and its current activities.
Presentation in Italian.