Moving to Helsinki, Finland

"I'm a student with limited possessions so I used voovit for the move- not bad but they did insist on me giving a Finnish landline number which we just don't have. Otherwise, it's basically the postal service. We live on the East side but it doesn't feel too rough so far despite its apparent bad reputation. There are a lot of other immigrants in this area, moslems are very visible. So I imagine there are facilities available here for moslems. I recommend living near a metro line as it's very easy to travel to the city but there are buses and trams in other parts of the city," explained one expat living in Helsinki, Finland.

"Before moving to Helsinki, it is important to research the cost of living, demographics, employment opportunities and job market, housing, cost of health care and educational options. It is also useful to research the culture and language, transportation options, weather and climate, nearby attractions, and the overall atmosphere of the city. Additionally, it is recommended to familiarise yourself with Finnish culture (especially the sauna), traditions and customs, as well as look into visa requirements and costs of living if you plan to stay long-term," said one expat in Helsinki.