Your Complete Guide to Living, Moving, Working, and Studying in Finland (Suomi)
Finland (Suomi) is one of the safest, cleanest, and most stable countries in the world — but moving here can feel overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. Ohjekeskus.fi is created to help foreigners, students, workers, and newcomers understand everything about life in Finland, step by step.
Here you’ll find simple, clear, and updated information about:
- How to move to Finland (muutto-opas)
- Finland residence permits (oleskelulupa)
- Finding jobs and writing a Finnish-style CV (ansioluettelo)
- Studying and student visas (opiskelijaviisumi)
- Cost of living and housing (elinkustannukset, vuokra)
- Everyday Finland guides for beginners
If you are planning to start a new life in Finland, this is the place to begin.
Living in Finland (Asuminen ja Arkielämä)Practical Guides for Settling Comfortably
Understanding daily life in Finland (Suomen elämä) is important for a smooth transition. Our Living section covers everything you need to know to feel at home.
Topics we cover:
- Cost of living in Finland (elinkustannukset)
- Renting an apartment (vuokra-asunto)
- Finnish culture and lifestyle (suomalainen kulttuuri)
- Grocery shopping and supermarkets (ruokaostokset, supermarketit)
- Transportation and traveling (liikkuminen ja matkat)
- Weather, winter clothing, and survival tips (sää, talvivaatteet)
All guides are written for beginners, especially newcomers from abroad.
Moving to Finland (Muutto-opas)
Step-by-Step Moving Guides for Beginners
Planning a move? Our guides explain everything in simple language so you can relocate confidently.
Essential guides include:
- How to move to Finland from abroad (muutto ulkomailta)
- Residence permit (oleskelulupa) application steps
- Documents required before moving (tarvittavat asiakirjat)
- What to pack for Finland (pakkauslista)
- Registration steps after arrival (rekisteröinti)
- Finding housing as a newcomer (asuminen uudelle tulijalle)
Avoid confusion and make your move smooth with step-by-step instructions.
Finland How-To Guides (Ohjeet ja Vinkit)
Practical Everyday Guides for Life in Finland
This section gives practical instructions for daily tasks, especially helpful during your first weeks in Finland.
Useful guides:
- How to open a bank account (pankkitili)
- How to buy a SIM card (SIM-kortti)
- How to get a Finnish public transport card (HSL-kortti)
- KELA basics and applications (KELA-etuutet)
- Online banking and strong authentication (verkkopankki)
- Using healthcare services (terveydenhuolto)
All guides are easy to follow and beginner-friendly.
Finland is one of the safest, cleanest, and most stable countries in the world — but moving here can feel overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. This website is created to help foreigners, students, workers, and newcomers understand everything about living in Finland.