Moving to Finland and Establishing Residence

All about getting your belongings here, joining the Finnish system, and becoming a resident in Finland.

Moving to Finland section:

QUICK GUIDE Simple step-by-step guide to living & working in Finland
Importing & Customs Duties Importing of personal property, vehicles and pets into Finland, International pet shipping
Relocation Services Companies providing personal assistance with all aspects of relocating to Finland, including housing, employment, education, language, cross-cultural coaching and more
International Movers Door-to-door international moving companies to/from Finland, VAT on moves within EU, International moving checklist, Domestic removals services
Storage & Warehousing Short- and long-term warehouse & self-storage facilities for business and private customers
Studying in Finland Details of available degree & non-degree programmes, and programmes in English, Enrolling at higher education institutions, Exchange and scholarship programs, Financial assistance - position for foreign students
Work & Residence Permits Who can get them, where and how. Info for EU and Non-EU employed & self-employed, spouses & family members, and students. Extending visas and permits in Finland
Citizenship Dual / multiple nationality accepted! Bases for establishing citizenship, Applying for Finnish citizenship
Population Register Registering in the system, Legal requirements, Getting a personal identity number (henkilötunnus), EU / Non-EU / Nordic immigrants
Address & Postal Services How to notify your change of address, Legal requirements, Posti services including free online mail, Post office locations
Moving Away from Finland Notifications and legal requirements, Best practices for the future, Collecting deposits

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