Interesting information about the Scandinavian region
Scandinavia is actually the northern peninsula of the European continent, which includes countries such as Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland. The origin of the people of this peninsula is twinned with the Viking culture, and their languages are very similar despite their separate nature. In this article, we try to introduce you to work migration to Finland, one of the best countries in this region.
One of the interesting information that can be provided to you is that Norway has the largest herd of reindeer in the world. The country of Flanders is known as the land of a thousand lakes, and it can be said that this unique country consists of a collection of 150,000 islands close to each other.
Also, the welfare level of the people in these countries is higher than other European and even American countries, which has drawn much attention to immigration to these countries. The Scandinavian region, which is located in the northernmost point of Europe, and unique weather features such as the longest days and the coldest nights can only be experienced in the peninsula.
What do you know about Finland?
Before immigrating to Finland, you should have useful information about this pious country in order to do the sweetest thing (i.e. immigration) that you can do for yourself and your family. It should be noted that in the new geographical divisions, only part of Finland and the Faroe Islands are included in the Scandinavian region, however, this country does not lack all the advantages of the countries in this region.
The country has a population of less than six million people, most of which are concentrated in the capital, Helsinki. The official language of Finland is Swedish and Finnish, like other European countries, uses the European currency, the Euro.
Why immigrate to Finland?
Knowing the unemployment rate in this country will have a direct impact on people’s decision to immigrate to Finland. The unemployment rate of this country in 2017 was 8.64 and in 2018 this number decreased to 7.36. The downward trend of Finland’s unemployment rate continues, and according to the latest reports in 2020, this number has decreased to something like 6.3.
In other words, the total number of unemployed people in the first month of 2018 was estimated at only 233,000 people, which shows that by immigrating to Finland, you can experience a lively life in addition to having a high-paying job.
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Among the advantages of immigrating to Finland, several basic points can be mentioned
The educational system in schools and universities is free of charge.
Very low unemployment rate compared to other countries
Relatively higher monthly income compared to other European countries
A country free from crime, because the people of this country have a special interest in peace and tranquility, which has caused a very high level of security in this country.
Pollution free climate
Finland’s unique attractions such as glaciers, aurora borealis, clear lakes and dense pine forests
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In what ways is it possible to immigrate to Finland?
To immigrate to Finland, just like other countries, you can use six main stages, i.e. marrying a Finnish citizen, having a Finnish father or mother, immigration through the birth of a child, asylum, investment, educational immigration and immigration through work. In the following, we will talk in more detail about how to immigrate to Finland and introduce you to the latest changes in the immigration laws of this country.
Where should we start to immigrate to Finland?
In order to immigrate to Finland, you have to obtain a work visa for this country, which requires certain documents. One of the main points to be noted is that applicants who have a job offer from Finland can no longer have other files regarding work migration to other countries.
Another thing to consider is that the employer must have advertised in Finland and the European Union for 6 months continuously before offering you a job position. In other words, if the desired person is not found six months after posting the advertisement based on the employer’s need for this position in the European Union, the employer can apply for people outside of Europe and Finland.
Required documents
The documents required to apply for work immigration to Finland are as follows. However, you can contact the best immigration agency in Tehran to get more information for your immigration matters and ask the consultants of this center your questions.
1. Valid passport of the applicant (valid for at least three months after immigration)
2. The original birth certificate along with a copy with a court seal (a copy equal to the original)
3. An up-to-date photo of 6 x 4 dimensions with a white background (the photo must be taken within the last six months)
4. Providing a notarized lease (residence in Finland)
5. Copies of all documents along with the embossing stamp of copies equal to the originals
6. Submission of a job offer (job offer) sent by the employer in Finland along with the approval stamp of the immigration department of this country.
7. Financial ability of the applicant for work migration to Finland (which is about 8000 to ten thousand euros
The important thing about work immigration to Finland is that the applicant must have sufficient command of Finnish or Swedish when applying for a visa of this country. Therefore, one of the biggest challenges facing the job applicants in this country is not knowing and not having sufficient command of Finnish or Swedish language.
For this reason, to enter Finland, most people choose to study in this country. Students and graduates in Finland are attracted to the job market of this country much faster. These students learn the Finnish language completely free of charge during their studies and prepare to enter the labor market.
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Exceptional work opportunity in Finland for expats
Another piece of information that is necessary for applicants to work in Finland is their familiarity with the list of required jobs in this country. Every year, a list of jobs that the country needs is presented at the beginning of each year, among which there are several jobs that Finland has always needed. Next, we discuss the jobs needed in Finland in 2021.
- teacher’s assistant
- Sewing machine technicians
- General practitioners, surgeons and psychologists
- nurses
- Accountants and auditors
- civil engineers
- Electrical engineers
- Marketers
- Assistants and social service workers
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What is the salary in Finland?
One of the most common questions that arise in the minds of people in the early stages of work migration to Finland is the salary of different jobs in this country. With a simple calculation, we find out that the cost of living in this country is much higher than in Iran.
But according to the rate of incomes and benefits that the government considers for less privileged occupations, it can be said that all occupations have a good income. According to the latest estimates, Finnish people have a salary equivalent to 55 thousand euros per year, which is 4500 euros per month.
On the other hand, the minimum salary for engineers and managers is 38,000 euros per year, equivalent to 3,200 euros per month. In the following, we will discuss the average income of several fields and professions:
- Occupation……………………………………………………………………………………. Annual salary (average)
- Web and software designer————————————————————————————————- 47000
- مدیر آی تی ————————————————————————————————————— 76000
- مدیر آی تی ————————————————————————————————————— 76000
- Mechanical Engineer ——————————————————————————————————– 52,000
- Electrical engineer —————————————————————————————————————————- 40,000
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How to get a job after immigrating to Finland?
In the discussion of work immigration to Finland, we said that the applicant must have received a job offer from Finland. That is, the first step to get a work visa for this country is to find an employer in Finland. Therefore, the Finnish Labor and Welfare Administration has set up infrastructure to help people look for work in this country.
The process of finding personnel through the employment site of the Department of Labor and Welfare is very long, and employers directly recruit people through other sites such as Linkedin. Also, in this country, you can search for a job and find your desired position in the following ways:
- Spontaneously, the applicant, who intends to immigrate to Finland, can introduce himself to the desired employer by submitting a request by e-mail, even if no advertisement has been published in the newspaper.
- Many institutions in this field provide service to applicants so that a person can go to reliable job sites and find the job he wants.
Frequently asked questions about work immigration to Finland
What are the conditions of work immigration to Finland for Iranians?
The conditions for work immigration to Finland are the same for all people and applicants from all over the world. In the first stage, the applicant must have a job offer from an employer in Finland and then go through the visa process.
If you have a job in Finland, can you obtain the citizenship of this country?
Any person who has been in Finland for 4 years (whether continuously or not continuously) can obtain permanent residence in this country and acquire Finnish citizenship in the fifth year.
What are the highest paying jobs in Finland right now?
It can be said that all jobs in Finland have relatively good salaries. But in particular, doctors (surgeons and cardiologists, urologists, cardiologists) and civil engineers are among the most lucrative jobs in this country.
Is it possible to have a good life and job in Finland with English?
In the big cities of this country, you can communicate with the people of this country in English. But in smaller and local cities, it is better to be fluent in either Finnish or Swedish.
Be sure to find a reputable agency for work immigration to Finland
Now that you are familiar with the different stages of obtaining a work visa in Finland and have learned about the benefits of living in this country, it is very important and vital to mention that having an immigration lawyer can help you significantly. Since obtaining a visa will be a time-consuming process and a series of tasks must be handled correctly at different stages.
Cooperation with a reputable agency in this field can make this process pleasant for you. Hermes Apply Immigration Institute will be ready to answer your questions by taking advantage of the best in this field, and with the immigration lawyers and representatives it has at its disposal, it can take the necessary measures to obtain a Finnish work visa for you as quickly as possible.
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