Oslo is one of 18 new municipalities to join the international i-team initiative, which has reached over 100 cities across 16 ...

The Vice Mayor for Education has political responsibility for schools, day-care facilities, vocational schools, and adult education in Oslo.

The highest decision-making body in Oslo is the City Council, which has 59 members.

Two thirds of all travels in Oslo are considered environmentally friendly, meaning either by foot, bike or by means of public transportation.

The City of Oslo has had a remarkable reduction in the direct greenhouse gas emissions over the last years. The goal is to reduce the direct GHG emissions with 41 percent in 2020 and to become a ...

Noise can cause health problems and reduced quality of life. Noise in the local environment can lead to increased stress in everyday life and sleep disorders. This can in turn lead to stress-related ...

The amount of household waste per capita has decreased in recent years, despite increased consumption and economic growth.

The water quality in the main waterways in Oslo is not good enough. The main pollutants are from the sewer system, run offs from roads and other dens areas as well as spillage.

The municipality is responsible for providing accommodation for refugees that the Directorate of Diversity and Integration (IMDi) asks the municipality to accommodate. It may take some time to settle ...

You can get advice and guidance on the opportunities available to you in your situation. If you do not have, or cannot obtain, sufficient income to pay for food, rent or electricity, you can apply for ...

This English-language website from the City of Oslo is specifically created to guide you to the information and resources you need as a newcomer. This site is for anyone moving to Oslo to work, study, ...

Oslo City Hall is located in Rådhusplassen 1. Opening hours are every day from 09:00 to 16:00 (See exceptions below.) Some rooms may be unavailable during your visit. All visitors must pass through ...