It is not just about clothes. Learn how to live here.
Save money. Cookers and spices are 5 times more expensive in Finland.
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MUST be Flat bottom (Induction).
Turmeric, Chili, Garam Masala are 5x more expensive here.
Bring medicine + Doctor Note in English.
Bring 2 pairs. Eye tests cost €100+ here.
Do these steps first.
Go to the office. Get your Finnish ID Number.
Go to Nordea or OP Bank. Bring Passport and ID paper.
Get the HSL app for bus. Get a student card for cheap lunch.
Go to 'UFF' or 'Fida' (Used clothes shops) for cheap jackets.
See how dark or bright it gets in Finland.
Sun never sets. Use dark curtains to sleep.
Be on time. Even 5 minutes late is bad. Arrive early.
Finns like silence. You don't have to talk all the time.
Finns drink a lot of coffee. 'Kahvitauko' (Coffee break) is important.
Sauna is very important in Finland. Almost everyone goes.
Talk to an expert about life in Finland.
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