Advantages and disadvantages of the entry of Norway to the EU

In this bachelor thesis, there is analysed the relationship between the EU and Norway. The actual situation is outlined from the position of Norway and also from the position of the EU on the basis of the historical facts and pursuit of integration in the past. There are many historical, geopolitical, economical, geographical and political aspects, which influence Norway to stay away from EU. Despite of the fact, Norway is a non-member of the EU, the membership in the EEA, in the Schengen area and in the NATO gives Norway many possibilities to derive benefits from these international institutions. Except the model of the welfare state, the economy of Norway is so developed and prosperous thanks also to oil, gas and fisheries. Today, there are more disadvantages than advantages for Norway to become a member state of the EU