What do expats find most challenging?

We asked expats and digital nomads what they find the most challenging about the local culture in Helsinki. They wrote...

"Expats often find adaptation to cultural differences and language barriers their most challenging obstacle. Many expats feel a sense of isolation from the locals due to these differences and can feel unwelcome or out of place. Additionally, daily life tasks can be difficult to navigate when living in a foreign country, such as opening a bank account or finding affordable housing. Furthermore, securing work in a host country can be difficult as domestic citizens often have higher prioritization. Other common challenges include maintaining relationships back home, finding support networks in host countries, and struggling with reverse culture shock upon re-entering their home countries," said a member in Helsinki, Finland.

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What do expats find most challenging?

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