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Finding accommodation when you are moving to a new place can always be tough. Doing so in Finland, can be even tougher given the difficult language & also the necessity of banking credentials (for digital authentication) to do almost anything. In this video, I talk about some of the options that are available to newcomers to find private accommodation here in Finland. I also discuss general gui...

So many students struggle when writing a statement of purpose, which is in my opinion, the most important document of your university application - regardless of the level of education. It is the first impression you make, and the best opportunity you have to tell a compelling story as to why you are a suitable candidate for your dream educational program. In this video, I talk about some of th...

One of the proposed changes to immigration policy by the new government states that work-based residence permits will be more closely tied to actual employment, and that a foreign worker who is unemployed more three months will lose their right of residence. In this video, I discuss how pragmatic and realistic it is to secure a job (or even change jobs) in the span of three months in Finland, f...

Ali is a Doctoral Researcher in Chemical Engineering at Lappeenranta University of Technology, and in this episode we discuss his first hand experiences of life in Finland as a student and also a Doctoral Researcher. We also speak about the opportunities and challenges for Chemistry students in terms of pursuing an academic path or a career in Industry. 00:00 Intro 01:55 Why Finland? 03:40 Sust...

In this Video, I talk about one of the simplest financial decisions you could make as a newcomer to #finland and if you have plans of settling down in Finland. The ASP account system is a pathway for affordable home ownership for first time home buyers, and provides many benefits. Read more about Nordea's ASP account here. (Other banks in Finland also offer ASP accounts) www.nordea.fi/en/person...

Last week, I was in Lappeenranta, one of my favorite places in Finland where I studied and lived for close to 5 years. In this video, I take you on a short tour of the LUT university, and Kayaking in Lake Saimaa, the largest lake in Finland. Hope you enjoy this one :) #lappeenranta #finland #lakesaimaa #LUT #studyinfinland

In this video, I talk about what I think is the best option for newcomers coming on dependent visa ( or as a spouse) to Finland, if they are unable to find professional work in their field. Spouses not being able to find work due to language requirements is a highlighted topic when it comes to migration in Finland. However, spouses also have a wonderful opportunity in terms of integration, if t...

If you've got your first Job offer from a Finnish Company, it's a good idea to calculate what your after taxes take home salary would be. In this Video, I show you how to use the Tax Calculator tool on the Finnish Tax Administration page, to find out how much of taxes you will pay here in Finland, depending on your income. Finland employs progressive taxation so play around with the numbers to ...

In this video, let's discuss some tips and tricks to stand out from the crowd, and bring forth your strengths to land your first Tech Job in Finland. For all the difficulties there are in finding a Job in Finland (without Finnish Language skills), the Tech sector has been an exception with plenty of opportunities. This is for young Tech graduates and other professionals outside of Finland who m...

Online Banking Credentials are an essential part of daily life in Finland, not just for your banking services, but also to access a multitude of public services such as Taxes, Health Care and Social Security benefits. Follow these steps to get your online banking credentials in Finland to make your everyday life easier! 0:00 Intro 0:45 What are Banking Credentials 02:06 Step 1 - Address Registr...

Since Finland introduced Tuition Fees for Non-EU citizens since 2017, studying in Finland has also become a Financial investment for many international students. Here, I talk about the importance of exploring the Job Market for your field of study, Part time work opportunities close to your place of study and managing personal finances during your period of study. 0:00 Intro 02:27 Job Market fo...

If you are a Software Engineer in Sri Lanka, thinking of coming to Finland for work, this video is for you. I talk about what you should expect with respect to Salary, Taxes and also briefly about the work culture. Check your taxes : www.vero.fi/en/individuals/tax-cards-and-tax-returns/tax_card/tax-percentage-calculator/ Developer Salaries in Finland 2023 : talented.fi/en/blog/developers-salary...

In this video, we talk about three important things that you should do as soon as possible when you arrive in Finland. These are residential address registration, applying for Finnish Identity card and opening a Bank Account. Book an appointment to register municipality of residence with dvv. dvv.fi/en/municipality-of-residence/third-countries Book an appointment to apply for a Police ID Card p...

In this video let's talk about whether you will need to learn the Finnish Language to find a Job in Finland. 0:00 Intro 02:15 Finnish Economy 03:51 Service Sector and Need for foreign talent 04:00 Services in English Language 07:00 Health care Field and Manufacturing 08:20 Long Term Career Opportunities 09:21 Ending thoughts Other videos Finnish භාෂාව ගැන සරල හැදින්වීමක්… th-cam.com/video/WOf29...

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