Other issues

Moving to a new country is always a big step, full of both joyful expectations and inevitable questions.
We have already analyzed the key aspects of life in Finland, such as obtaining a residence permit, access to social assistance and taxation features. However, in addition to these
fundamental points, there are many everyday issues that may seem insignificant, but affect comfort
and adaptation in a new environment.

For example,

1. Housing:
   • Assistance in registration of a lease agreement;
   • Assistance in filing a complaint/claim to a house management company;
   • Assistance in setting up internet and telephone connection;
2. Driver’s license (exchange of existing licenses):
   • Assistance in registration (making appointments with specialists);
   • Translation of documents into Finnish.
3. Insurance:
   • Assistance in of all types of insurance.
4. Magistrate (The Digital and Population Data Services Agency):
   • All issues relating the registration of documents in the magistrate.
5. Polyclinics and hospitals:
   • Assistance in the translation of documents;
   • Assistance in making appointments with doctors/searching for information.
6. Employment Service:
   • Assistance with registration at TE-office;
   • Assistance in filling out applications.
7. Trade unions:
   • Assistance in registering with a trade union;
   • Assistance in obtaining unemployment benefits through a trade union;
   • Assistance in getting additional compensations through the Trade Union (for example, if wages
     are reduced due to a decrease in the amount of work at the workplace).
8. Training/Education:
   • Consultation on admission to various educational institutions;
   • Assistance in the selection of educational institutions;
   • Assistance in applying to educational institutions;
   • Assistance in completing an apprenticeship agreement with an employer if there are open
     vacancies.

These questions, like many others, can cause anxiety. But don’t worry! We are ready to thoroughly
answer all your questions. We will do our best to make your moving into a new country as smooth and
comfortable as possible.
Sign up for a consultation with us — we will solve your problem!

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