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Kansallispuisto (National Park)
Finland's 41 national parks offering free access to pristine wilderness, hiking trails, and campfire sites.
Kansallispuisto A national park; Finland has 41 national parks managed by Metsahallitus, all free to enter and open year-round. What it means Kansallispuisto means national park....
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Kesätyö: summer job
The Finnish tradition of summer employment, a key opportunity for students and internationals to gain work experience.
...Summer employment is a deeply rooted tradition in Finland, with the majority of students and young people working during the summer months (June-August). For internationals, landing a kesätyö is an...
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Kunnallisvero: municipal tax
Local income tax paid to your municipality of residence, typically 5-11% of earned income.
...tax you pay to your municipality of residence in Finland, and it makes up a significant portion of most people's total income tax burden. Detailed explanation Unlike in many countries where income...
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Lukuvuosi: academic year
The Finnish academic year calendar, its structure, and key dates that international students need to know.
...Yliopisto (University): Research university in Finland offering academic degrees and conducting scientific research Opintopiste (Study Credit): The Finnish university credit system based on...
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Matkakortti (Travel Card)
Rechargeable travel cards used for public transport in Finnish cities, offering discounted fares.
...no discounts) Our guide to public transport in Finland compares ticket options across Finnish cities. Related terms Joukkoliikenne: public transport systems Juna: trains, which accept HSL cards...
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Muuttoilmoitus: change of address notification
Official notification to Finnish authorities when you move, required for updating your registered address in the population system.
...notification you must submit when moving within Finland or when moving to Finland. This notification updates your address in the Population Information System (väestötietojärjestelmä) maintained by...
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Occupational safety and health (työsuojelu)
Workplace safety and wellbeing practices; includes preventing hazards and supporting safe working conditions.
...all workplace safety and wellbeing practices in Finland, including preventing hazards, improving working conditions, and ensuring safe practices at work. Finnish law sets high standards for employer...
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Päiväkoti: Daycare
Finnish early childhood education and care centers for children before school age, with income-based fees.
...months old until they start preschool (at age 6). Finland's daycare system combines high-quality education with affordable, income-based fees. Detailed explanation Finnish early childhood education...
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Päivystys (Emergency Room / Urgent Care)
Finland's emergency and urgent care services available 24/7 at hospitals for medical emergencies and acute conditions.
...refers to emergency and urgent care services in Finland. These departments operate 24/7 at hospitals and provide immediate medical attention for emergencies, acute illnesses, and injuries that...
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Peruskoulu: comprehensive school
Finland's free 9-year basic education for children aged 7-16, known worldwide for its quality and equity.
...schools Education is compulsory until age 18 in Finland (extended in 2021), meaning students must continue to upper secondary education (lukio or ammattikoulu) after peruskoulu. How it affects...
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Probation period (koeaika)
An initial period in an employment relationship with special termination rules.
...to the termination of an employment contract in Finland. The trial period itself is agreed in your employment contract. Related terms Employment contract (Tyosopimus): Your agreement with an...
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Rekisteröinti: registration
Process of officially registering your residence and information in Finnish population systems.
...(DVV). Detailed explanation When you move to Finland, one of the first essential steps is registering with the authorities. This registration enters your information into the Finnish Population...
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Ruokakauppa (Grocery Store)
Finnish grocery stores and supermarket chains including S-Market, K-Market, Lidl, and Prisma.
Ruokakauppa A grocery store; Finland's food retail market is dominated by two major groups - S-Group and K-Group - plus Lidl. What it means Ruokakauppa means grocery store....
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S-Etukortti (S-Group bonus card): how it works and how to join
S-Etukortti explained in English: the 100 € refundable membership fee, the 1–5% monthly bonus table, household cards and how to join S-Group online.
S-Etukortti The loyalty card of S-Group, Finland's largest retail cooperative. Members get up to 5% of their purchases back as bonus every month. What it means S-Etukortti is the loyalty card...
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Sairaala (Hospital)
Finland's public hospital system providing specialist and emergency medical care, organized by hospital districts.
Sairaala means hospital in Finnish. Finland's public hospital system provides specialist medical care, surgical procedures, emergency treatment, and long-term care. Hospitals are...
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Sienestys (Mushroom Picking)
Finnish mushroom foraging culture, with dozens of edible species found in forests from August to October.
...picking, and it is a popular autumn tradition in Finland. Like berry picking, mushroom foraging is protected under everyman's rights - anyone can pick mushrooms freely in Finnish forests. Finland has...
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Sisu: Finnish concept of resilience & determination
A Finnish concept describing extraordinary determination, courage, and resilience in the face of adversity.
...Historically, sisu has been invoked to explain Finland's national character and historical achievements, particularly the country's survival and ultimate victory in the Winter War of 1939-1940,...
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Tax at source (Lähdevero)
A withholding tax often applied to non-residents; rules depend on your tax status and income type.
...you are considered a non-resident taxpayer in Finland, meaning you stay in the country for less than six months or do not have Finland as your primary home. Detailed explanation When you work in...
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TE Services (municipal employment services)
TE Services (TE-palvelut) moved from the state to municipalities and employment areas on 1 January 2025. Jobseekers register through Job Market Finland.
...for työ- ja elinkeinopalvelut) was the name of Finland's state public employment services. Since 1 January 2025 these are municipal employment services (työllisyyspalvelut), run by municipalities...
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Työttömyysturva: unemployment benefit
Finland's unemployment protection system providing financial support during job searches through various benefit types.
...Detailed explanation Since the 1 May 2026 reform, Finland's unemployment protection has two main tiers: 1. Ansiopäiväraha / ansiosidonnainen (earnings-related unemployment allowance): The highest...