@Monstarcookie
Finnish looking for information about England
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Speaks Swedish, finnish, english
Registration: 08 January 2011
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Diversity in Helsinki? Jobs? Other stuff... by ayesha87
Hello :D I am going to be applying to University of Helsinki for a master's program for next year because it's free for foreigners and happens to have the program I want that no schools in Canada have. More to the point: I've heard very little ...
I am quite sad you feel that way One4All. I would like to apologize on behalf of us finns. There is no excuse for treating people differently just because of skin color. Sadly you are quite right in your thoughts of finns. We are not very used to ... Read More
Moving from USA to Finland by starwarsnerd83
Hi I am trying to find out in detail what I need to do to move to Finland. I plan on moving there in about 4 to 5 months as soon as my semester is over at the college I am going to. I have met the man of my dreams and we are engaged but he lives in ...
First you need a visa. For you to get a residence permit you need to be a student, a worker (you need to have the job before you come), or you need to be an au pair. Family ties do not count unless you are directly related to a finnish person, so in ... Read More
need held to find appt and job pls help by markk200
iam indian form goa trying to come in finland next month is it hard to get a job for server or housekeepin or in bar dept.iam experience in this industry if anyone can share appt i will be rellay appricate so that i can find my job.iam holding a ...
For hygiene pass: http://www.evira.fi/portal/en/food/hygiene_proficiency/ I'm not sure where to find information on the alcohol permit other that contacting the school Edupoli. You could also visit the nearest job agency and ask them, I'm sure ... Read More
need held to find appt and job pls help by markk200
iam indian form goa trying to come in finland next month is it hard to get a job for server or housekeepin or in bar dept.iam experience in this industry if anyone can share appt i will be rellay appricate so that i can find my job.iam holding a ...
Note that if you want to work anywhere where food is served, you will need something called Hygiene pass. If you want to serve drinks in a bar, you need to have a permit for that too. Read More
I am coming to Finland as a student by queen of Heartz
Hello all lovely ppl here. I am coming to Finland as a student, i wanted to ask if a student can work in Finland and can afford his/her cost? And is it really impossible2 get a job over there? Does Finnish language matter alot in cases of getting a ...
If the studies is free for a finn, it's free for foreigners. It all pretty much depends on where you are going to study. Helsinki will be easier than other places but with a lot higher living expenses. Cleaning jobs apparently is easy to get for ... Read More
Looking for a high level Finnish class? by Aeshleryose
I have CEF B1 Finnish level and I can't seem to find an evening class for Finnish language. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thank you very much in advance. Ashley
http://www.helsinginaikuisopisto.fi/eng/courses/finnishforforeigners.php Look here. Most of them seem to be basic finnish courses but maybe there's something for your level aswell. Read More
Formalities to bring your pet in England by Julien
Hi all, What are the formalities and paperwork required to bring your pet in England? How long do formalities & paperwork usually take in England? What are the relevant authorities to contact? Which vaccines are compulsory? Do your pets ...
http://www.defra.gov.uk/wildlife-pets/pets/travel/ This site will tell you everything you need to know about travelling with a pet (as well as moving with them ofcourse ^^) Read More
Moving to England by Englandbound
Heyaa,I'm thinking about moving to England to be with my boyfriend but all the research I did lead to only afew possibilities,if I was going for work or school....I cant afford to go to school and I have not gone to college so I can't prefind ...
Without any education you would most likely not be able to get a working visa (as that is reserved for high-value or skilled employees). And as you said, marriage really isn't an option since he can't support you and you will be receiving no ... Read More
How to find technical writing jobs in Helsinki by ash_cara
I really like Finland and I would like to live there. I am a technical writer in full-time employment in the UK. Can anybody help in suggesting recruitment agencies/appropriate channels to find technical writing roles in the Helsinki ...
I've never heard of technical writing, and googling it in finnish didn't help much. I found this one link for an organisation for technical writing in Finland, maybe you could send them an e-mail and ask about the situation here in Finland? stvy.fi ... Read More
NEED INVITATION TO VISIT FINLAND by Adventure
HELLO, FINLAND IS A COUNTRY I HAVE ALWAYS ADORED .I WOULD LIKE TO VISIT IT AND I NEED AN INVITATION.PLEASE KINDLY HELP ME .THANKS IN ADVANCE
Best tip I can give you is google the cities you are going to visit check if there is a link for accomodation. If there's no link for accomodation there is usually a link for a traveling agency that can help you further. Read More
Help Needed by SilverTulip
I am Holding a mechanical engineering degree and intending to study business/finance degree in Finland Normally how long would it take to finish Business degree in university? How much of credit exemptions will i get for my prior studies ...
Apply to Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences. They have an international degree for business studies. The degree takes about 3½ years to complete, depending of course how many courses you need to take. There is no limit to how many courses ... Read More
NEED INVITATION TO VISIT FINLAND by Adventure
HELLO, FINLAND IS A COUNTRY I HAVE ALWAYS ADORED .I WOULD LIKE TO VISIT IT AND I NEED AN INVITATION.PLEASE KINDLY HELP ME .THANKS IN ADVANCE
That depends on what city/cities you are going to be staying in. Most cities have their own pages with accomodation information. Read More
NEED INVITATION TO VISIT FINLAND by Adventure
HELLO, FINLAND IS A COUNTRY I HAVE ALWAYS ADORED .I WOULD LIKE TO VISIT IT AND I NEED AN INVITATION.PLEASE KINDLY HELP ME .THANKS IN ADVANCE
You should not need a letter of invitation as long as you have proof of reservation of accomodation. That means, as long as you can show that you are staying at a hotel or hostel or the like, you do not need an invitation. ... Read More
Jobs? by vveach
Hello all. I just moved to Helsinki with my boyfriend a few weeks ago. I'm looking for work now, and trying to not get discouraged by all the negativity I read and hear about foreigners finding work in Finland :) Does anyone one know of any open ...
I have a hard time believing jobs will just find you. I'm a finnish citizen with a tourism degree and I have a hard time finding ANY job. I do agree that learning finnish is a great idea. If there is a LIDL shop near where you live you should try ... Read More
Looking for advice on relocating to Finland. by jdm1410
My wife (Finnish national) and I (British National) are looking into the possibility of relocating from the Costa Del Sol in Spain, to somewhere in Finland. This is to enable us to be closer to her family, as well as start one of our own! I have ...
I would suggest you look for a teaching job, teaching IT to the international students. There has been a lack of all kinds of teaches, but mostly IT teachers. You should call the universities and ask if they have an opening. Read More