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Living in Finland - Finlandising!

So now you live here, but apart from ordering a sausage and a beer you're finding the language a little tricky! Or perhaps you have a predilection for driving on the wrong side of the road? It's time to get Finlandised!

This section provides information on issues you may be facing as you start to settle down in Finland.

See also: Infopankki (Information Bank) - more information
See also: 'Your window on Finland' - Virtual Finland

Section In Brief
Taxation General info., Finnish Tax Administration, regional offices, tax card application
Social Security What is residence?, residence and employment-based social security in Finland, benefits, KELA application
Language Training Universities, summer universities, language schools, online sources
Cultural Integration The Finnish culture, meeting Finns, museums, libraries, 6 Degrees magazine, Finnish news
Healthcare KELA, services, health centres in Finland, hospitals, pregnancy, pharmacies
Education: The Finnish system, joining the system, English language kindergartens, international schools
Religion: History, in school, multi-denominational places of worship
Driving: Finnish, foreign and international licences, driving schools, tips for Finland, vehicle inspection, registration and taxation
City by City Links to regional / municipal sites with information on healthcare, education, events, public transport and more.
Finnish Jokes: For true cultural integration, you'd better know some Finnish jokes!
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Events & Happenings Listings and links to cool happenings throughout Funland
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