Finland Survival Guide

It is not just about clothes. Learn how to live here.

Packing List

Why buy in India?

Save money. Cookers and spices are 5 times more expensive in Finland.

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Buy in India Checklist

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Important

Pressure Cooker

MUST be Flat bottom (Induction).

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Spices (1kg)

Turmeric, Chili, Garam Masala are 5x more expensive here.

Meds (3-mo)

Bring medicine + Doctor Note in English.

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Glasses

Bring 2 pairs. Eye tests cost €100+ here.

First Week Tasks

Do these steps first.

1

Register at DVV

Go to the office. Get your Finnish ID Number.

2

Open Bank Account

Go to Nordea or OP Bank. Bring Passport and ID paper.

3

Bus & Student Card

Get the HSL app for bus. Get a student card for cheap lunch.

4

Buy Winter Clothes

Go to 'UFF' or 'Fida' (Used clothes shops) for cheap jackets.

Daylight Simulator

See how dark or bright it gets in Finland.

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Helsinki (South)
18.5hours of daylight
Oulu (North)
22hours of daylight

Sun never sets. Use dark curtains to sleep.

Finnish Culture

10:00 means 10:00

Be on time. Even 5 minutes late is bad. Arrive early.

Silence is Okay

Finns like silence. You don't have to talk all the time.

Coffee Breaks

Finns drink a lot of coffee. 'Kahvitauko' (Coffee break) is important.

Sauna Rules

Sauna is very important in Finland. Almost everyone goes.

🚫No ClothesDon't wear a swimsuit. Towel is okay.
🤝Making FriendsPeople talk and make friends here.
🚿Shower FirstAlways shower before you go in.
💧LöylyThrowing water on stones. Ask first.

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