01. pre-visit

02. immigration

03. transportation

04. temporary residence

05. registration

06. house finding

07. settling in

08. first network

09. first support

Relocation

in today’s globalized world companies

are constantly seeking the best tal-

ent, and the competition for qualified

engineers is increasing worldwide.

First engineers provides solutions by

offering standard packages and tailor-

made services designed to meet the

requirements of expatriates relocating

to norway.

Relocating to a new country offers

numerous challenges and oppor-

tunities. Being proactive and having

a strategic approach to the relocation

process can save both the company

and the assignee a lot of unnecessary

bureaucracy and increase long-term

retainment. With our knowledge and

experience we ensure a safe transition

into the norwegian culture and society.

our goal in every relocation process

is to enable the employee to be an ef-

ficient resource for the company from

the very first day. By having a long-

term view on relocation we also aid

our clients in ensuring retainment of

the employee.

01. PRe-visit

Before the assignee accepts a position or

assignment, the company may offer a trip

to the destination to assess the move.

First engineers welcomes the assignee

at the airport, and the assignee is taken

for a visit to the company, and a tour of

residential areas, schools, recreational

facilities, shopping locations, etc. We

provide relevant information on life in

norway, and answer any questions the

assignee may have.

01. pre-visit

First engineers provide the following pre-visit services:

• Airport pick-up

• Information on and visits to schools

• Area tour

• Information on social activities

• Information on healthcare facilities

• Other points of interests

02. immigration

02. immigRation

When moving internationally it is

essential to get necessary immigra-

tion paperwork done promptly and

efficiently.

We ensure that applications for

work and residence permits (non-

eU citizens), or Proof of Registra-

tion (eU citizens), are compiled and

delivered effectively.

eU citizens

We make sure the assignee is well

informed on the procedure, and

supported throughout the process.

We also accompany the assignee to

the police station to submit the

application and obtain the proof of

registration.

First engineers provide the following eU immigration services:

• Provide assignee with the necessary

information on application procedure

and required documentation

• Gather necessary documentation

• Review all documentation and make sure

everything is in order

• Pre-register the assignee with the UDI

• Accompany assignee to submit application

and obtain proof of registration

non-eU

For non-eU citizens, the immigration

process is slightly more complicated

and comprehensive than for eU

nationals. We therefore set up a pro-

gress plan for the application in

coordination with the company and

assignee

in addition to services required for an

orderly and smooth application, we

also keep an extra eye on the process,

making sure to inform the assignee

and company of all relevant progress.

First engineers provide the following non-eU immigration services:

• Set up application plan

• Gather and review documentation

• Pre-register the assignee with the UDI

• Hand in application from Norway

• Keep track of progress i UDI and inform

about results

• Accompany assignee to police station

for validation

03. tRansPoRtation

our transportation services cover all

practicalities related to the physical

relocation to norway.

We ensure that the assignees arrive

safely and at the appointed time,

arranging with flight tickets and pick-

up of the assignees at the airport.

We also assist each individual

assignment with required moving

services.

additionally, we offer information

on and assist with imports of

various articles, such as pets or

vehicles.

03. transportationFirst engineers provide the following transportation services:

• Travel agent

• Airport pick up

• Moving services

• Storage Solutions

• Insurance

• Imports assistance

04. TeMPORARy ReSIDeNce

First engineers can arrange for

temporary accommodation at an

appropriate apartment or hotel for

the assignee, until permanent

residence is available.

04. temporary residence

05. RegistRation

First engineers assists in applying

necessities like tax card, personal

identity number/ D-number, and bank

account, as well as registering for

health care services.

We help the assignees with pre-filling

applications, checking that they are

correctly completed before hand-in,

and accompany them to the relevant

office. We continuously follow up on

the assignee and provide assistance

where necessary.

05. registration

First engineers provide the following registration services:

• D-number

• Tax-card

• Health care

• Bank account

• Insurance

06. HOUSe fINDING

Finding the right home is crucial for

long term satisfaction.

We maintain a close dialogue with

the assignee on this point, sharing

information about the real-estate

market in norway, and discuss-

ing the assignee´s housing needs

and preferences. We then screen

the market for residences matching

these criteria.

the assignee is accompanied to all

viewings, and we take care of ne-

cessary dealings with agent/owner

to ensure everything is in order and

that the assignee is not bothered

with extra paperwork.

When a suitable residence is found

and agreed upon, we accompany the

assignee to the formal take-over of

the property.

We help the assignee with inspection

of the property, making sure every-

thing is in accordance with specifica-

tions.

06. house findingFirst engineers provide the following house finding services:

• Discuss real-estate

market and housing

preferences with assignee

• Screen market

• Plan, coordinate and

accompany assignee to

house viewings

• ensure proper process

with owner / agent

• Accompany assignee

to take-over of property

and conduct inspection

07. settling in

our settling in service helps the

assignees with all practical aspects

needed to start feeling at home in

their new country of residence.

We provide important information and

an introduction to norwegian culture,

religion, language, climate etc.

an area-orientation is provided to help

the assignees in their daily navigation

in their new neighborhood and city.

We also assist them in pursuing their

hobbies by locating and signing them

up for local gyms, organized sports,

etc.

services covering arrangement of

necessary utilities, such as electricity,

tv, internet and insurance, are also

provided in the settling-in process,

as well as subscriptions to preferred

magazines, newspapers, etc.

07. settling in

First engineers provide the following settling in services:

• Welcome package

• Introduction to Norway

and city of residence

• Area orientation

• Arrange for necessary subscriptions

(utilities, newspapers, etc)

• Activities and courses

08. fIRST NeTWORK

together with our partners we of-

fer networking services and social

activities through our First network,

including events such as celebrations

of major holidays, skiing trips, tours

of famous sites and scenic spots, net-

work memberships, and more.

We can also tailor several expat

social activity packages, to provide

the assignee with a better foundation

to expand his / her own network.

08. first network

First engineers provide the following First network services:

• Social events

• Holiday celebrations

• Network memberships

• Guided tours

• Skiing trips / hiking

• Seminars and courses

09. FiRst sUPPoRt

First engineers takes pride in giving

every case a personal touch. We take

personal interest in all our assignees,

and follow up on them as closely as

we are able. We want to make sure our

assignees get a positive first impression

of their new country, and we want the

impression to stay that way.

We are therefore available for assistance

from 09.00 until 18.00, monday to

Friday.

When purchasing our executive

package, our First support service

includes 24 hours availability

7 days a week, so the assignee can

reach us whenever the need for

support arises.

09. first support

First engineers provide the following First support services:

• Telephone assistance 9 hours a day,

5 days a week (included in the

Premium Package)

• Telephone assistance 24 hours a day,

7 days a week (included in the executive

Package)

ADDITIONAl SeRvIceS

our bundled services are tailored to

meet the requirements of our most

frequent relocation assignments.

However, first engineers also offers

several additional services, to suit

every circumstance.

these can be purchased as add-on

services to the various packages or

even as single independent services,

depending on the customer’s needs

and preferences.

• Tuberculosis control

(non-eU citizens).

• Screen market

• Driver’s licence

• Spouse career support

• children’s welfare

benefits

• School / kindergarten

signup.

• Departure

give your employees

a warm welcome to norway

with first relocation

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