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Finland

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Overview

Capital

Helsinki

Currency

EUR

Continent

Europe

Entry requirements

Check if your passport needs a visa for Finland.

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Popular passport access to Finland

Passport Status Max Stay
Austria Visa Free
Belgium Visa Free
Bulgaria Visa Free
Croatia Visa Free
Cyprus Visa Free
Czechia Visa Free
Denmark Visa Free
Estonia Visa Free
France Visa Free
Germany Visa Free

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Monthly costs

Helsinki

Rent (center)

1,500 USD/mo

Groceries

420 USD/mo

Transport

65 USD/mo

Est. Monthly Total

2,155 USD/mo

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Work Permits

  • Residence Permit for Employed Person

    Duration: 1-4 years

    Job offer, employer applies first

  • EU Blue Card

    Duration: 2 years

    Min €4,392/month, higher education

  • Startup Permit

    Duration: 2 years

    Founders with Business Finland endorsement

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Salary & Tax

Income Tax Range

13% – 44%

Social Security (Employee)

0.0919%

Combined state + municipal tax. Top effective ~51.5%. VAT 25.5%.

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Useful Services

Wise

Manage money in EUR with low fees and the real exchange rate.

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World Nomads

Travel and health insurance for your move to Finland.

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