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Moving to Finland

This section provides information useful for someone moving to Finland, or for someone who has been in Finland a while and wants to stay. Issues such as getting or extending a Finnish residence permit, immigration regulations, studying in Finland, importing property or pets, and registering yourself with the appropriate authorities are addressed.

See also:
  • Working in Finland: Ministry of Employment and the Economy PDF answers questions most frequently asked by those moving to Finland
Section In Brief
Studying in Finland Studying in Finland, scholarships, practical training, youth exchange, univesity admissions, financial aid
Work & Residence Permits Who can get Finnish residence permits, where and how. Info for EU and Non-EU employed, self-employed, and students
Population Register: Registration in the Finnish Population Information System, Nordic immigrants
Address Notification: Change of address online, by phone or on paper, Mail forwarding & other postal services, Post office locations
Citizenship: Dual or multiple nationality, applying for citizenship, Finland on the basis of family ties
Importing & Customs Duties Importing of personal property, vehicles and pets into Finland
International Movers: Door-to-door international moving companies to/from Finland, VAT on moves within EU, local moving companies, storage facilities, pet shipping
Relocation Services: Companies providing advice and personal assistance on all aspects of relocating to Finland