Relocating to Norway and the Bodø Region may seem complex - but it doesn’t have to be.

Tina Krey

Before moving

Thinking about relocating to Bodø? Learn what you need to know before you go, from visa requirements and housing options to school enrollment and healthcare access.

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Kontrafei Media

On arrival

Welcome to Bodø! Make sure you complete the important steps like registering with local authorities, getting your national ID number, and finding essential services.

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Sebastian Loraas

Life in the Bodø region

Life in the Arctic means stunning nature, safe communities, and exciting job opportunities. Learn what it’s like to live, work and thrive in Northern Norway’s most dynamic region.

Bodø is:

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Frank R. Dahl

Vibrant City:

A lively coastal hub where culture, innovation and community thrive

Gateway to the Arctic:

Connecting Northern Norway to the world by air, sea, and rail.

The 10-minute city

Bodø is known as a ‘10 minute city’, a place where everything is close, connected, and easy to reach. Whether you live, work, or study here, daily life is simple and convenient.

About Bodø

Video by Bodøregionens Utviklingsselskap AS (BRUS)

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Bruno Da Silva (Italy)

“Moving to Bodø is the best choice I have ever made.”

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Vivian Mcmurray (Canada)

“The lifestyle here in the Arctic is whats inspire me to create more".”

Frank R. Dahl

BODØ LIVE

Bodø Live is the portal that brings together all events and experiences in Bodø – in one place.

Bodø Live is the digital calendar showcasing all concerts, festivals, sports and experiences in Bodø.

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Night aerial view of a modern building with illuminated architecture and light projections on the facade, along with flags and people outside.

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foto: David Engmo

Outdoor music festival at sunset with a large crowd, a stage with musicians, and a person crowd surfing by the water and mountains.

Foto: Dan Mariner

Check out Bodø Live

Located in the heart of Northern Norway, the Bodø region is a dynamic and fast-growing area known for its strong communities, stunning nature, and strategic importance. Bodø is the capital of Nordland County, the second-largest county in Norway, and serves as the region’s cultural, educational, and economic hub.

The Bodø region includes not only the vibrant city itself but also a network of surrounding municipalities connected by beautiful coastline, majestic mountains, and a thriving local economy. With large-scale projects like the New City - New Airport development and the upcoming NATO presence, this is a region on the rise.