France73.52
Overall rating
Open country profileFrance vs. Norway: Country Comparison
Norway leads the overall rating with 76.04 points, ahead of France with 73.52 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Nuclear Exposure and Renewable Energy Share.
France
Norway76.04
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
City Rent per Square Meter
Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
Norway scores clearly better than France on Nuclear Exposure.
Norway scores clearly better than France on Renewable Energy Share.
Norway scores clearly better than France on Inheritance / Estate Tax Rate (%).
Norway scores clearly better than France on Social Security Contributions (%).
France scores clearly better than Norway on Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price.
France scores clearly better than Norway on Imported Beer Price in a Market.
France scores clearly better than Norway on Local Authenticity.
France scores clearly better than Norway on UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Categories Compared
France
74 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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Norway
88 points
| Topic | France | Norway | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 70 | 87 | Norway |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 85 | 93 | Norway |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 61 | 71 | Norway |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 79 | 94 | Norway |
| Legal Protection & Property | 71 | 88 | Norway |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 72 | 88 | Norway |
France
83 points
❤️ Health
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Norway
86 points
| Topic | France | Norway | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 82 | 83 | Norway |
| Environmental Health | 86 | 91 | Norway |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 80 | 84 | Norway |
France
65 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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Norway
71 points
| Topic | France | Norway | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 32 | 43 | Norway |
| Investment & Capital Access | 77 | 85 | Norway |
| Banking & Fintech | 72 | 69 | France |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 57 | 56 | France |
| Real Estate & Property | 62 | 58 | France |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 64 | 69 | Norway |
| Macroeconomics | 73 | 84 | Norway |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 79 | 88 | Norway |
France
47 points
🏠 Costs
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Norway
29 points
| Topic | France | Norway | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 36 | 39 | Norway |
| Food & Basic Goods | 25 | 6 | France |
| Dining & Going Out | 47 | 13 | France |
| Mobility Costs | 50 | 34 | France |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 70 | 54 | France |
| Personal Services | 52 | 27 | France |
France
80 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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Norway
84 points
| Topic | France | Norway | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 81 | 69 | France |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 75 | 78 | Norway |
| Electricity & Energy | 76 | 99 | Norway |
| Internet & Connectivity | 88 | 93 | Norway |
| Public Transport | 80 | 82 | Norway |
France
80 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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Norway
70 points
| Topic | France | Norway | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 71 | 75 | Norway |
| Climate & Weather | 70 | 56 | France |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 75 | 59 | France |
| Leisure & Recreation | 91 | 85 | France |
| Arts & Entertainment | 93 | 76 | France |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 95 | 54 | France |
| Family-Friendly | 77 | 90 | Norway |
| Pet-Friendly | 67 | 66 | France |
France
79 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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Norway
86 points
| Topic | France | Norway | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 81 | 88 | Norway |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 83 | 84 | Norway |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 80 | 81 | Norway |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 86 | 96 | Norway |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 82 | 87 | Norway |
| Language & Integration | 66 | 74 | Norway |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 75 | 92 | Norway |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 78 | 90 | Norway |
France
86 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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Norway
79 points
| Topic | France | Norway | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 94 | 92 | France |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 92 | 92 | Tie |
| Attractions & Activities | 98 | 84 | France |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 91 | 79 | France |
| Vacation Costs | 51 | 42 | France |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 88 | 86 | France |
France
82 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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Norway
91 points
| Topic | France | Norway | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 82 | 93 | Norway |
| Education & Knowledge | 82 | 89 | Norway |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 85 | 92 | Norway |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 80 | 97 | Norway |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 89 | 97 | Norway |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 89 | 99 | Norway |
| Religion & Worldviews | 78 | 81 | Norway |
| Demography | 60 | 64 | Norway |