Must-Know Web Portals for Newcomers in Finland- A must read guide for students and immigrants.

Must-Know Web Portals for Newcomers in Finland-

🌍 Must-Know Web Portals for Every Newcomer in Finland- Check full YOUTUBE VIDEO at the bottom of the post

Have you just landed in Finland—or planning to? Whether you're a student, employee, immigrant, spouse, or entrepreneur, navigating a new life in Finland can feel overwhelming.

This guide compiles the most essential websites and apps that will help you settle down, stay informed, and thrive in Finland.

🚨 1. Emergency Number: 112

Dial 112 for all emergencies in Finland: police, fire, or ambulance. Also available via the 112 Suomi app.

🌐 2. Your Info Hub: www.sawfinland.com

Visit SAWFinland regularly for updates on study, work, housing, healthcare, and everything in between—all in one place.

🛂 3. Immigration: Migri.fi / EnterFinland.fi

For all residence permit and visa applications, document uploads, and status tracking.

  • Finland visa permit: Student Spouse family visa
  • 👮 4. Police Services: Poliisi.fi

    Apply for a Finnish ID card, report issues, or check residence information.

    💶 5. Social Benefits: Kela.fi

    Apply for housing support, child benefits, student aid, and more.

    🏥 6. Health Services:

    💼 7. Job Search and must have cards:

    🛡️ 8. Work Unions:

    After you get a job, join a union like:

    🏘️ 9. Local City Services:

    Find information and services from your municipality:

    🎓 10. Education/ Study Application / Vocational studies:

    Search and apply for degrees and courses across Finland.

    🛒 11. Grocery & Essentials:

    ♻️ 12. Second-Hand & Deals:

    👚 13. Affordable Clothing:

    🗣️ 14. Learn Finnish Free:

    🚆 15. Public Transportation:

    🏦 16. Banking in Finland:

    To open a bank account, visit one of these major banks:

    Note: You’ll need a Finnish ID, proof of address, and sometimes a work or student contract. Online banking credentials are essential for verifying your identity online (e.g., Kela, Migri, etc.).

    🚆 17. News portal:

    🚆 18. Start business in Finland:

  • Register a business in Finland
  • 🏠 19. Useful Housing Websites in Finland

    🧑‍🎓 Student Housing - Every city with Universities has this

    🏡 General & Private Housing

    Watch the full YOUTUBE video HERE-

    🌟Final Tips for a Smooth Start

    This guide will help make your transition to Finnish life smoother. Bookmark it, share it, and return to SAWFinland.com anytime you need support. You're not alone on this journey—welcome to Finland! . Please do write in the comments if we miss anything.

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