citizen1
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Registration: 06 December 2009
New in finland by Deangent
Hello all I'm Dean and i have just moved from the uk to kotka Finland. To start a new life with my finnish girlfriend. So Just wondering if any one has any with experience on moving abroad. Has anyone advice for me . On meeting people and ...
Hello Dean Finding work depends on your qualifications. If you want to make friends, join a football club. Or whatever sport is to your liking. There, you will both get exercise and meet jolly Finnish lads. Read More
Northern Light
My point is you can't go there on a Monday and leave on Tuesday and be disappointed because you didn't see any. Read More
Northern Light
http://yllaslogcabins.com/ Of course, there is no guarantee. They don't follow a schedule. Read More
I got a job offer of 4300$ per month.Is this enough with 2 kids? by rintudas
Hi, I need an info,I got a job offer of 4300$ per month.Is this enough with 2 kids. Please help. I am software Engineer and got a offer from Helsinki.
You can live on that. Read More
looking for a hair cut salon job
I have understood that hair salons in Finland do not hire people anymore. They just rent you, the hair dresser, a chair (for your customers) in a salon, and you have to pay the rent from the money you make off your customers. Read More
dentist looking for Equivalent certificate of graduation
http://www.valvira.fi/web/en/healthcare/professional_practice_rights Read More
Is it true that education in Finland costs no fee? by Nikhitha Rajanala
Hello ! I'm Nikhitha rajanala from India , I'm a recent graduate now I wish to study in Finland , I heard education in Finland costs no fee but I'm not sure about it. So if u knw about any info regarding that kindly let me know .and ...
You can ask them yourself. Here is the website of the department of Computer Science at the University of Helsinki. You can start there. Their email is at the bottom of the page. http://www.cs.helsinki.fi/en The student advice office for the ... Read More
Is it true that education in Finland costs no fee? by Nikhitha Rajanala
Hello ! I'm Nikhitha rajanala from India , I'm a recent graduate now I wish to study in Finland , I heard education in Finland costs no fee but I'm not sure about it. So if u knw about any info regarding that kindly let me know .and ...
Read carefully: "The fee will be charged only from students who begin their studies in or after August 2017." The government has just given the bill to Parliament, which probably will enact it. There may be changes to it, of course. They ... Read More
Is it true that education in Finland costs no fee? by Nikhitha Rajanala
Hello ! I'm Nikhitha rajanala from India , I'm a recent graduate now I wish to study in Finland , I heard education in Finland costs no fee but I'm not sure about it. So if u knw about any info regarding that kindly let me know .and ...
The Finnish government has announced today that it is planning a tuition fee of at least 1,500 euros per academic year for students coming from outside the European Union and the European Economic Area to study courses that are not taught in ... Read More
omakotitalo heating by choirock
Hi Does anyone know wha is the cost of omakotitalo heating in finland. Since dustrict heating is very costly. I was wondering how finns heat their homes in winter. Any cheap options other than district heating???
And remember that there must always be at least +10C indoors in the winter, even if you are not at home. If you leave the house unheated, it will start to rot. Read More
omakotitalo heating by choirock
Hi Does anyone know wha is the cost of omakotitalo heating in finland. Since dustrict heating is very costly. I was wondering how finns heat their homes in winter. Any cheap options other than district heating???
There are no cheap options. Electricity is most common, especially if you don't live close to the district heating grid. You can heat with oil. You can heat with electricity. You can heat with electricity plus air-source heat pump. You can heat ... Read More
Music in Finland
Kaija Saariaho is a great contemporary composer. Read More
Advice to seek for vacation scholarships in Finland
What is a vacation scholarship? Read More
How to dress for the Finnish winter by citizen1
There are lots of amusing posts on this site about how cold the winter here is, how you freeze after just a few minutes outdoors. Now, you don't have to be cold in the Finnish winter if you only dress right! The most important thing is to wear long ...
Somebody asked about winter clothing. This post is old, but always valid. Read More
Need Help To Know About Photography Schools in Finland
- aalto.fi/en/studies/education/programme/valokuvataide_master Read More
Football and/or basketball in Helsinki - Anybody wish to make a team?
This link takes you to a soccer team that is looking for male players born in 1979 or earlier: https://pk50kki.nimenhuuto.com/recruitment This team is looking for gentlemen and ladies https://lassinystavat.nimenhuuto.com/recruitment This team is ... Read More
Getting married in Finland by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Finland or who are about to get married in Finland to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Finland? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed ...
If the authorities think you are getting married only to come here, they won't grant you a residence permit. Also, if you have no means to support yourself and will thus probably end up relying on social assistance, they will not grant you a ... Read More
Lappeenranta or Tampere by Muhammad Adnan1
hi, i'm new to this forum. Anyway i want some information about Tampere and Lappeenranta that which city is best for jobs. IT jobs or Other jobs to fulfill my living expenses. I just got admission in university and i'll come to Finland in ...
Muhammad, if you visited my links you will have noticed that there are hardly any jobs available in your field in Lappeenranta and many in Tampere. It should be easy enough to choose between the two. Read More
Healthcare in Finland by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Finland ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Finland? Thanks in advance for sharing ...
And if you are employed, then by law, your employer will pay for doctors at a private clinic of your employer's choice. These are generally very good, except that they probably won't give you enough sick leave when you need it. So ... Read More
Healthcare in Finland by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Finland ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Finland? Thanks in advance for sharing ...
The same doctors work for both. Many of the doctors don't bother to think when they are treating public sector patients, even though their salary comes from their taxes. If you use public healthcare, you have to be very proactive and know in ... Read More
Lappeenranta or Tampere by Muhammad Adnan1
hi, i'm new to this forum. Anyway i want some information about Tampere and Lappeenranta that which city is best for jobs. IT jobs or Other jobs to fulfill my living expenses. I just got admission in university and i'll come to Finland in ...
IT jobs in Tampere: http://hae.monster.fi/tampere+it_24 IT jobs in Lappeenranta: http://hae.monster.fi/lappeenranta+it_24 Read More
job for BBA in Espoo
Admin, could you please remove my post? The ad is old by now. Read More
I am looking for a Job in Finland
Yes, foreigners are allowed to work in Finland, if no Finn can do the job. This in theory. In practice, Finnish companies have been hiring a lot of Indian IT specialists although there are plenty of unemployed Finnish IT engineers, because they ... Read More
job for BBA in Espoo
http://tyopaikat.oikotie.fi/avoimet-tyopaikat/executive-marketing-and-communications-assistant/816656 Read carefully the requirements, and if you qualify, you can apply for the job. Espoo is situated close to Helsinki. Read More
Education in Finland for a Jamaican student
Liz, Finland is not your mother. Tuition is free, but you complain that housing is not? There is very inexpensive housing for students, but lots of students vying for a room too. Google! ... Read More
Good reasons for moving to Finland :) by Eliisi
Hi everyone, Im curious about your reasons why did you move or why are you suggesting moving (or just having a trip) to Finland. What do you find tempting about this country the most? What would you like to do there? Do you gather information ...
Oussii, it is very hard for people over the age of 50 to find a job in Finland. Even for Finns. Sorry. Of course, there are exceptions, you never know, maybe you will be lucky. Read More
Finding an apartment in Helsinki: can it be even harder? by remoura
Hi everyone! :) I am new here, so first of all, hello, I am Renée, from Brazil and living in Finland for (exactly!) three years now. I live with my Finnish husband and a big cat in a student apartment in Jyväskylä. I've ...
Hi, Renee! How about if you started studying something, could you then stay in student accommodation? There is no cheap accommodation close to the city center. Prices are less expensive if you settle for a neighborhood such as Itäkeskus, ... Read More
Need help to clear some my points by shaddi
Hello, I am Shaddi :) I am planning for study in Finland like in Aalto University (Master in Graphic Designer or UI) My basic background is UI designer and I have 5 year experience with good portfolio. I just want to clear my some points. I hope ...
Hi! Definitely not a taxi -- they are very expensive. You can buy a transport pass that is good for all public transport in the area. for jobs: http://tyopaikat.oikotie.fi/en/?sijainti[101]=101&jq=graphic%20designer Read More
inmigration
And after registering at the local police, you must register at the local magistrate. You need to bring with you at least your passport and residence permit. http://www.vrk.fi/default.aspx?id=48&docid=56 Read More
Can I survive without Finnish language by mal
Hello friends, It seems your official language is Finnish and Swedish is the second language. I want to know whether it is difficult to survive in Helsinki for a foreigner who is speaking only English? we are planning a trip to your beautiful ...
Cecilia, Tracie wasn't the one presenting the question in the first place. But I'm sure she appreciates your well-wishing. Read More
Bank statement
You deposit the sum on your bank account and and ask for a receit. Read More
career prospect in Finland after masters for an international student
S, it is good that you are prepared to do 'odd jobs' while studying, but you should try to get hold of work related to your own field already as a student. Finnish companies expect you to have work experience upon graduation! Of course, you can't ... Read More
Racism in finland? by rulloa
Hello all, I am from honduras, central america. I wish to move to finland next year. But lately i have read reports about racism in europe and i have heard stories about hispanics suffering racism outside latin america. I would liketo know what is ...
(LOL) Wow, you have really sprouted roots and grown to consider this country as yours, more than Finns even! I agree that we do not need more spongers, but if someone has something to contribute, why not? Do you wish to close the door behind you? ... Read More
Looking for an IT job in espoo/helsinki by muneeh
Hello everyone!I am a results-driven IT professional with strong knowledge of Computer Software specializing in the design, analysis, implementation, testing and support of diverse software systems. A dedicated and active learner. A motivated team ...
Your proposed salary is okay. Oh, do you have many children? Is your wife working too? If she is not working, that salary is enough to live on, but not for leading a lavish lifestyle. Read More
First months in Finland by Stella Fasoli
Hi,i'm Stella.I moved 3 months ago from Greece to Helsinki.I am working as a freelance teacher .I love life in Finland but it's very hard for me to get a Finnish social security number,and that makes my everyday life a bit difficult.Can someone ...
Steve-O, I'm sure Stella isn't the only one who would like to hear these tips. Why don't you post here? Stella, by freelance teacher I assume you mean substitute teacher? How is that working for you? Are you finding enough work? How did you go ... Read More
Re. moving to finland very soon. by jimfields
Hi, I will be moving to Finland very soon so i will need all the assistance i can get when i come over in other words having someone to show you around will really help as i do not want to get lost lol. I will also like to know if the people ...
http://www.virka.fi/en/info/english Read More
Odds of getting a job in finland by abdelhass
hello, This questions are for the members who are already in finland ... What are the chances of getting a job in finland in does not matter city ? Is it possible to continue school there with other countries diplomas ? regards hass
Abdelhass, the reason why nobody has answered is that we don't know! And can't know. Nobody can promise that you will find a job. Only God knows. Your questions are too all-encompassing. It is easier to answer a more specific question, like what's ... Read More
Need Some Information , Pls Help by surensingh
Folks, I am an Indian and would be moving to Helsinki for 1 year .I would be coming with my wife and small kid . How should one do house hunting here in helsinki ? I would be looking for furnished /semi-furnished 1 BHK apartment . How should i ...
Another thing: your '1 BHK' would translate as '2 h' in Finnish rental abbreviation lingo. Public transport is very good, so if you want to save money, you can look at apartments in little towns along the railroad not far from Helsinki. In the very ... Read More
Need Some Information , Pls Help by surensingh
Folks, I am an Indian and would be moving to Helsinki for 1 year .I would be coming with my wife and small kid . How should one do house hunting here in helsinki ? I would be looking for furnished /semi-furnished 1 BHK apartment . How should i ...
There aren't many furnished or semi-furnished apartments available in Finland. Either they are big and expensive or meant for short-term accommodation (Forenom) and thus expensive too. Go to http:/www.vuokraovi.com/ They have an English-language ... Read More
Public Health Care Accessibility for Immigrants
Why don't you Google 'Finland'. You should find the websites of several Finnish government bodies. Lots of them have English-language versions of their sites. I'm sure they have also email addresses on their sites, so you won't need to call them on ... Read More
Public Health Care Accessibility for Immigrants
Surensingh, you at least will be covered by your employer's occupational health care plan. Depends on the employer how much that covers. Your wife and child will not be covered by that. As to whether you will be entitled to public health care, that ... Read More
Halal Food or Pakistani / Indian foods in Finland???
Go to the website google.com. Type "halal food Finland" into the box. The website will show you a list of halal places in Finland. Read More
Hello, i need some information please
Christina, this website is a good place to start: oph.fi/english/mobility/recognition_of_foreign_studies_and_qualifications The Finnish National Board of Education decides if foreign degrees are the equivalent of Finnish degrees. Sometimes, an ... Read More
Work in Finland by abdelhass
hello everybody, i should thank you for all of this, there is a lot of important information... My name is hass, i am from morocco, and ill be moving soon in finland if all workout like i hope to :D. My main questions is about the work there, as a ...
Your humility is admirable, but actually I think it is easier to find a job in your own field. Aim high, and if that does not work out, look for something else. Read More
Work in Finland by abdelhass
hello everybody, i should thank you for all of this, there is a lot of important information... My name is hass, i am from morocco, and ill be moving soon in finland if all workout like i hope to :D. My main questions is about the work there, as a ...
Abdelhass, apparently if you have "special skills" it is easier to get a work permit. Lots of Finnish companies are hiring Indian IT professionals. Now Finnish IT professionals are saying that, in fact, also Finns have these "special skills" and ... Read More
Finnish language. .. by simplymommy1990
If you are planning to move or live in Finland, speaking Finnish is a must. If you know their language, , everything will be great. From having friends to work and etc.
Simplymommy is right. Apparently 5 out of the 8 Spanish nurses that the city of Vaasa hired in October on a 2-year contract have now decided to leave. As their reasons, they cite the high cost of living in Finland, difficulty learning Finnish and ... Read More
How was your first winter in Finland?
Nobody spent the winter here? Read More
Filipino wants to moved in Finnland
http://www.justlanded.com/english/Finland/Finland-Guide/Visas-Permits/Introduction Read More
One day @ Helsinki !! by nto_oslo
Hei All, Later this month (25th Mar), I will be travelling through Helsinki and will halt for a day. I have a evening flight to catch, which actually leaves me with just half a day or lets say from 8am till 5pm. Considering this short duration, can ...
http://www.siba.fi/en//whats-on1/-/events/event/7363 Read More
How was your first winter in Finland?
Now that the winter is almost over (be patient:)), how did it feel? What methods did you find to cope? Was it what you expected? Read More
finland hiring filipino nurses
Mia, you have a point. So many people come here to ask for advice and then -- disappear! Why not help others too, if you find out the right way to do something? Read More
How to move to Finland with a baby
Annabell, how can we answer your questions when you don't tell us anything about yourself? Are an EU citizen? Are you married to your son's father? Does he want you here? Read More
Need Suggestion/Feedback
Maqsoodgul, perusing the expat-blog, I notice expats everywhere suffer from loneliness. Obviously, nobody can guarantee that you find work here or that people like you. That is also up to you. Finland is not just one place. You did not mention ... Read More
Work and study in Finland
Siddharth, for the time being, I don't think even foreign students need to pay more than a nominal tuition fee. However, living expenses are high in Finland. There is no guarantee that you will find enough work to support yourself. Some manage to do ... Read More
want to move to finland by sunny155
Greetings, I am Sunny, 28 yo from India. I wish to move to Vantaa, Finland. I need a job offer there to officially work and obtain a residence permit. I speak English and Hindi only. I am willing to do odd jobs (cleaning etc) and also attend ...
I think cleaning jobs need a permit. Read carefully the info on the websites I indicated, it's all there. I don't know the details on applying for a seasonal job nor the wages, which I suspect are not much. Seasonal jobs do not qualify you for a ... Read More
want to move to finland by sunny155
Greetings, I am Sunny, 28 yo from India. I wish to move to Vantaa, Finland. I need a job offer there to officially work and obtain a residence permit. I speak English and Hindi only. I am willing to do odd jobs (cleaning etc) and also attend ...
Yes, you can. Although you must return to your own country to apply for the residence permit. http://www.formin.fi/public/default.aspx?nodeid=15721&contentlan=2&culture=en-US And in order to work, you need a work permit. To get a work permit, you ... Read More
New to Finland! Any Information would be helpful by bluemoon1168
Hey, I am from the United States and will be moving to Rovaniemi, Finland next August to attend the University of Lapland for a couple of months. I have never traveled to Finland before and was wondering if I could get some advice/information on ...
Average lowest temps in Rovaniemi are around 2.9 degrees centigrade in September, so you may not need arctic gear. http://www.visitrovaniemi.fi/In-English/Good-to-Know/Weather--Climate Read More
New to Finland! Any Information would be helpful by bluemoon1168
Hey, I am from the United States and will be moving to Rovaniemi, Finland next August to attend the University of Lapland for a couple of months. I have never traveled to Finland before and was wondering if I could get some advice/information on ...
Bluemoon, August in Rovaniemi the sun never really sets. Bring along an eye mask if you have difficulty sleeping if it's not pitch-black. Bring along or buy some insect repellent on the spot, just in case. You've never seen mosquitoes and gnats ... Read More
Job in Helsinki
One person living alone in Helsinki paying market price for housing needs at least 2,000 euros per month to survive. A net income of 2,500€ gives you room to breathe. A "good" net salary is anything upwards from there. Read More
Hello Everyone! Helsinkibound Jan '13-June '13 by stucam703
Hello everybody, I am stucam703, and I am a student in glasgow. Me and a pal are headed out to Helsinki, to study for 6 months doing a BEng in Networked Systems Engineering as part of the Erasmus Exchange Programme. We will be situated in kamppi, ...
A thank you would be nice... Read More
Soon In Turku , Would appreciate if could receive any hint about jobs by Michalis67
Hello my name is Michalis and I am a Greek citizen , I will move in the next two months to Turku and if anyone has / knows anything about job – s I would really appreciate it , Even just some address to start with , I speak Greek , English , German ...
jobcafeturku.net/linkit/kategoria/52/Ty%C3%B6 Read More
Hello Everyone! Helsinkibound Jan '13-June '13 by stucam703
Hello everybody, I am stucam703, and I am a student in glasgow. Me and a pal are headed out to Helsinki, to study for 6 months doing a BEng in Networked Systems Engineering as part of the Erasmus Exchange Programme. We will be situated in kamppi, ...
You are ideally situated right in the center of Helsinki! There are of course a lot of clubs and bars downtown. Around closing time you need to watch out in Kamppi. I suggest you ask for Pomar winter boots. It's a Finnish manufacturer that knows ... Read More
Please can anyone help?
She could get an appointment at the local health center. The PCP will refer her to a specialist if necessary. Also, she might bring up her problems at her next prenatal care appointment. Her congregation may have something for her, and in any ... Read More
finland hiring filipino nurses
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Need some informations about life in helsinki for family by papillon75
Hello everyone, we are a family with 2 kids and we are going to be living for [b]only one year[/b][u][/u] in Helsinki. Only one of us will be working so our budget is going to be low.(2500euros/ month) I was very excited at the begining but i am ...
Papillon, maybe you could share with us the story of how did you eventually find accommodation? To help others in your situation. What did you need to do? Read More
How to dress for the Finnish winter
There are lots of amusing posts on this site about how cold the winter here is, how you freeze after just a few minutes outdoors. Now, you don't have to be cold in the Finnish winter if you only dress right! The most important thing is to wear long ... Read More
Need some informations about life in helsinki for family by papillon75
Hello everyone, we are a family with 2 kids and we are going to be living for [b]only one year[/b][u][/u] in Helsinki. Only one of us will be working so our budget is going to be low.(2500euros/ month) I was very excited at the begining but i am ...
So, Papillon, did things work out for you? Read More
Need a romantic location in Helsinki
In September... Depending on how cold it is, you might go for a walk around Töölönlahti bay. Kaupunginpuutarha with its winter gardens is at the northern tip of it. The botanical gardens in center city. The old quarter in Katajanokka has lots of ... Read More
Need some informations about life in helsinki for family by papillon75
Hello everyone, we are a family with 2 kids and we are going to be living for [b]only one year[/b][u][/u] in Helsinki. Only one of us will be working so our budget is going to be low.(2500euros/ month) I was very excited at the begining but i am ...
Okay, I can hardly believe myself that I am doing this, but I ran a quick search on Vuokraovi and right away found this in ... Read More
Need some informations about life in helsinki for family by papillon75
Hello everyone, we are a family with 2 kids and we are going to be living for [b]only one year[/b][u][/u] in Helsinki. Only one of us will be working so our budget is going to be low.(2500euros/ month) I was very excited at the begining but i am ...
My previous message was in response to Papillon's question why is everything so hard in Finland compared to Asia. Read More
Need some informations about life in helsinki for family by papillon75
Hello everyone, we are a family with 2 kids and we are going to be living for [b]only one year[/b][u][/u] in Helsinki. Only one of us will be working so our budget is going to be low.(2500euros/ month) I was very excited at the begining but i am ...
Because Finland is a developed, industrial country. Everything operates based on written contracts and the rule of law. An apartment is a big investment for the owner and they want to make sure they rent to good people, hence the background check. ... Read More
British guy recently moved to Finland! by mikey0
Hi all, I'm Mike, I recently moved to Finland with my Finnish girlfriend who I met in the UK while she was studying at university in my hometown of Worcester. I only moved here around 3 weeks ago but have visited numerous times in the past. It's a ...
This is what I'm talking about. Why does j-o-l-l-y come out as my spam website? Read More
British guy recently moved to Finland! by mikey0
Hi all, I'm Mike, I recently moved to Finland with my Finnish girlfriend who I met in the UK while she was studying at university in my hometown of Worcester. I only moved here around 3 weeks ago but have visited numerous times in the past. It's a ...
Moderator, why does the website insist on showing "my spam website" where I have typed "jolly"? I tried to edit the passage, and it's perfectly right, yet comes out wrong... Read More
Living and working in Finland as a British/Turkish citizen by emuzeg
Hi there, I've been researching some European countries to live and work in and have whittled the options down to a few, Finland among them. My queries are based on the possibility of me and my partner living and working in Finland. Firstly, I ...
Yeah. I know for a fact that there are e.g. Indian software programmers working in Finland with no Finnish, as that's more of a back office job. Working with people, you need Finnish. If you are not shy, you might work as an artist's model at an ... Read More
Living and working in Finland as a British/Turkish citizen by emuzeg
Hi there, I've been researching some European countries to live and work in and have whittled the options down to a few, Finland among them. My queries are based on the possibility of me and my partner living and working in Finland. Firstly, I ...
http://www.psyli.fi/inenglish Read More
Need some informations about life in helsinki for family by papillon75
Hello everyone, we are a family with 2 kids and we are going to be living for [b]only one year[/b][u][/u] in Helsinki. Only one of us will be working so our budget is going to be low.(2500euros/ month) I was very excited at the begining but i am ...
That is a very good idea! Or, if they don't speak English, put them in a French-language school http://www.helsinki.fi/fi/index/koulutusjaopiskelu/peruskoulut_lukiot_ammattioppilaitokset/opetus_ranska.html That way, your wife can work too, even ... Read More
Need some informations about life in helsinki for family by papillon75
Hello everyone, we are a family with 2 kids and we are going to be living for [b]only one year[/b][u][/u] in Helsinki. Only one of us will be working so our budget is going to be low.(2500euros/ month) I was very excited at the begining but i am ...
Papillon, your budget is truly low for a family of four. Have you considered the option of both of you working? The districts in the northern and eastern parts of Helsinki are mostly less expensive, the ones with the "high" postal codes (00810, ... Read More
Moving to Finland by HeatherJ
Hello! I am trying to move to Finland by the end of the year with my 4 year old. I would like some real-world advice about moving to Finland from the US. Currently, I am looking for jobs at international English schools. Any sources, help, or advice ...
Janne, that is a practical solution to Ducatis' problem. However, I think the principal that everything is not provided in English is what is bothering him. :) Read More
British guy recently moved to Finland! by mikey0
Hi all, I'm Mike, I recently moved to Finland with my Finnish girlfriend who I met in the UK while she was studying at university in my hometown of Worcester. I only moved here around 3 weeks ago but have visited numerous times in the past. It's a ...
Mikey, you play football, don't you? Why don't you look up a suitable Finnish FC in your area and ask if you can join. That way, you will meet lots of jolly Finnish lads and get some exercise, too. Read More
Evacuating apartment in the middle of the month. Legal advice needed.. by GuestPoster455
Moi! Is it true that in Finland you have to pay the whole rent for a month even if you evacuate in the 14th? I have informed about leaving the apartment 1 month and a half before the evacuation date, exactly as the contract states? My landlord ...
Yes, Vertigo, that is the law. You always pay rent until the end of the month following the one in which you give notice. So if you gave notice in June, whether June 1 or June 30, you pay rent until the end of July. You may, of course, evacuate ... Read More
Looking for advice on relocating to Finland. by jdm1410
My wife (Finnish national) and I (British National) are looking into the possibility of relocating from the Costa Del Sol in Spain, to somewhere in Finland. This is to enable us to be closer to her family, as well as start one of our own! I have ...
jdm, you got a good piece of advice from vveach. Aarresaari has lots of jobs for academics and students. In case you fail to secure a job, Aarresaari also has a lot of internships, which may not be such a bad idea. You could then add the internship ... Read More
In a nutshell, My weight is my problem? Please, Help me !? by Man2012
Hi there, I am deeply and truly very tired, frustrated, unhappy, sad, angry and very depressed because of my weight. I am 28 years old and my height is 182 cm (centimeter). I weight around 107 kg (Kilogram), which is almost equal to: 5' 11" height ...
Stop trolling, you are not believable. Read More
Moving to Finland by HeatherJ
Hello! I am trying to move to Finland by the end of the year with my 4 year old. I would like some real-world advice about moving to Finland from the US. Currently, I am looking for jobs at international English schools. Any sources, help, or advice ...
I went to http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/index.htm. Nope, I did not see a "Finnish" button. I did see a "Cymraeg" button, however. Clicked on Education. Still, no Finnish pages, everything was in English. Read More
Moving to Finland by HeatherJ
Hello! I am trying to move to Finland by the end of the year with my 4 year old. I would like some real-world advice about moving to Finland from the US. Currently, I am looking for jobs at international English schools. Any sources, help, or advice ...
Ducatis, it is a question of resources. I think you greatly underestimate the level of expertise needed to produce reliable translations, the effort, the time and the price. By law, all official documents have to be translated into Swedish for the ... Read More
Getting married in Finland by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Finland or who are about to get married in Finland to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Finland? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed ...
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About the yearly amount to study in a Uni/College for free
I don't think they care just how you come about this money, whether it's through working, a lottery win or your parents helping out. The idea is that you must be able to support yourself so that you won't become a burden to the welfare system :) A ... Read More
Anyone in Rauma, Finland? by ssjohnson
It seems most people in this forum are in the Helsinki area - anyone in Rauma? I moved here three weeks ago from the US, my husband works, I stay home and am starting to go a little stir crazy! :) If you're in the Rauma area and would like to ...
Hi, Sara! I have a friend in Rauma. Tell me a little bit more about yourself and I will ask her if she's available. Read More
Moving to Finland by HeatherJ
Hello! I am trying to move to Finland by the end of the year with my 4 year old. I would like some real-world advice about moving to Finland from the US. Currently, I am looking for jobs at international English schools. Any sources, help, or advice ...
http://www.eschool.edu.hel.fi/ http://www.ish.edu.hel.fi/page.cfm?p=366 Read More
Anyone applying for the August 2012 masters intake? by shashank.tamgadge
Hi all, Hope you are doing well. I am Shashank from Mumbai, India. I am planning to study in Finland next year i.e. August 2012 intake. Anyone else applying for the same intake. I am still researching on the job prospects in Finland after the ...
Kumar Singh, I will make sure our company does not hire you. I did not assume you personally were a Spaniard, I was speaking in general terms. I doubt that your French is as good as you think it is. Certainly your understanding of English is ... Read More
Anyone applying for the August 2012 masters intake? by shashank.tamgadge
Hi all, Hope you are doing well. I am Shashank from Mumbai, India. I am planning to study in Finland next year i.e. August 2012 intake. Anyone else applying for the same intake. I am still researching on the job prospects in Finland after the ...
There are companies that hire non-Finnish speakers, but these are good jobs and for highly qualified people only. I doubt Stephen Elop speaks Finnish! For entry level jobs you have to speak at least passable Finnish, as is understandable. You ... Read More
Tips for daytrips close to Helsinki
If you don't want to go skiing or skating, summer really would be a better time for trips like this. Indoor places: Hvitträsk in Kirkkonummi. Read More
I want to come finland for my mba is it suitable?
http://www.topuniversities.com/university-rankings/world-university-rankings/2011?page=1 Read More
Anyone applying for the August 2012 masters intake? by shashank.tamgadge
Hi all, Hope you are doing well. I am Shashank from Mumbai, India. I am planning to study in Finland next year i.e. August 2012 intake. Anyone else applying for the same intake. I am still researching on the job prospects in Finland after the ...
http://www.mol.fi/mol/en/index.jsp Read More
Opening a bank account in Finland by Julien
Hi all, is it difficult for expats to open a bank account in Finland ? Which documents are required to open a bank account in Finland ? How long does it take to open it ? Is there any restriction for expats regarding the services (loans ...
S Bank was founded by the Finnish retail duopoly S Group. They only ask to see your passport. They have an office e.g. in the Sokos department store in the center of Helsinki. They charge no fee for just having a bank account, not like the other ... Read More
Diversity in Helsinki? Jobs? Other stuff... by ayesha87
Hello :D I am going to be applying to University of Helsinki for a master's program for next year because it's free for foreigners and happens to have the program I want that no schools in Canada have. More to the point: I've heard very little ...
Oh, come on! As if they would recognize Ayesha is a Muslim name... I don't think one4all's skin color was a factor. The people in Turku are famous, they do that to everybody, even Finns from other parts of the country. It is possible to get along ... Read More
Where to live in Helsinki? by ladbroke
I'm considering moving to Finland for work. Can anyone provide advice as to good places to live in Helsinki? I need to be commutable to Espoo and preferably in an area close to shops, the city center, culture, nightlife etc. Would love to be ...
Espoo lies to the west of Helsinki. Western areas of Helsinki are a little on the expensive side. Commutable to Espoo? What area in Espoo in particular? Most buses to Espoo start off from the very center of Helsinki. Actually, I think the city ... Read More
Getting to Aix-en-Provence
Thanks, talatta! So if I fly to Marseille, I just better do it in the morning? And avoid the night trains? I will do so. Read More