Relocation to Finland
A guide to relocating to Finland: work permits, taxation, housing, leading education and community. Ocean supports you from the initial idea through settling in.
A guide to relocating to Finland: work permits, taxation, housing, leading education and community. Ocean supports you from the initial idea through settling in.
- CapitalHelsinki
- Population~5.6 million
- LanguageFinnish · Swedish · English widely spoken
- CurrencyEuro (€)
- Time zoneEET/EEST · same time as Israel for most of the year
- Flight from IsraelApproximately 5 hours by air
Why here and what to know
Visas and residency
Finland is an EU member.
Taxation
A progressive, relatively high tax system funding extensive social benefits.
Economy and cost of living
Moderate to high living costs, with Helsinki more expensive.
Housing
A well-functioning, relatively accessible rental market.
Education
An education system considered a world leader, free and high-quality, alongside international programmes and universities teaching in English.
Healthcare
A strong public healthcare system alongside private medicine.
Community and culture
A small, historic Jewish community in Helsinki and a small Israeli community.
Employment and business
A centre for innovation and technology, including gaming (Supercell, Rovio), engineering, cleantech and communications.
Ocean's winning tip
If you work in technology or gaming, Finland is seeking talent and offers accessible employment routes. Your Ocean Journey Manager connects you with opportunities and supports the permit process.
Plan your move to FinlandThe Ocean Knowledge Center
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