If you are planning to stay in Finland for longer than 90 days, you will need register your right of residence. This also applies if you are a citizen of the European Union or Liechtenstein. The application needs to be submitted within three months of you entering the country.The Finnish Immigration Service will allow employed … Read more
Who are you? My name is Paola, I am a IT professional and mother of two toddlers through birth and international adoption. Where, when and why did you move abroad? I was born and raised in Italy, but in 2010 I moved to Helsinki, Finland.The original plan was to go and study one year here … Read more
Helsinki, Finland’s capital, is rapidly gaining momentum as an expat destination. Increasing numbers of people from Europe and all over the world are considering moving to the city because of its high living standards, robust healthcare system, great quality of education, stable economy and rich, captivating culture. Many migrants who move here for business or … Read more
Who are you? I’m Kathrin! I’m originally from Luxembourg but I have lived in Helsinki since 2010. I’m self-employed, I work in Event and Influencer Marketing and PR, developing campaigns and concepts mainly in the tourism and outdoor industry. On my own blog I share my passion for lifestyle and travel in the north, as … Read more
Who are you? Hey ExpatFocus, thank you for having me! This is Wan Wei, a curious content marketer from Singapore who is currently based in Helsinki. In my free time I also blog at The Hieno! Your Asian Insider’s Guide to Finland.Where, when and why did you move abroad? I came to Aalto University School … Read more
At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to their new countries. Today, we’re taking a look at Finland and some of the social media accounts you should be following if you’re thinking of moving there.International English Speakers in Finland (IESAF)Facebook Group … Read more
At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to their new countries. Today, we’re taking a look at Finland and some of the blogs that might be useful for expats there.Hey Helsinkihttps://heyhelsinkiblog.com/ After a dream job came up in Helsinki, New Zealander … Read more
The Nordic nation of Finland is the eighth largest country in Europe in terms of area, but also the most sparsely populated member of the European Union. Finland’s capital city, Helsinki, is a modern destination that remains rooted in its cultural history. Expats and visitors are often drawn to Helsinki’s cosmopolitan character with its sophisticated … Read more
When it comes to getting used to a new culture, humor is one of the trickiest things to figure out. You can explain customs and beliefs, but humor is hard to explain. Finland is a Nordic country in the north of Europe, with Sweden, Russia, Norway, and Estonia (beyond the Gulf of Finland) to its … Read more
Who are you? I’m an American teacher and writer living in Lappeenranta, Finland. Where, when and why did you move abroad? I’m originally from a tiny place in northwest Connecticut called Barkhamsted. I moved to Finland for love, and I don’t expect that I would done so for any other reason. I remain here, though, … Read more