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Finland, located in Northern Europe, is known for its stunning natural beauty, including thousands of lakes and forests. Its highly developed economy is centered on technology, education, and social welfare.
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राष्ट्रगान
Maamme
स्वतंत्रता दिवस
December 6 1917
Haiko
Prague's spires reach high / Bohemian crystal sparkles / Beer flows endlessly
Interesting Tradition
Burns Witches Night effigies to mark the end of winter
Weirdest Local Superstition
Stepping on a manhole cover is bad luck
Strangest Law Still on the Books
Illegal to eat in public transport
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Come for the efficiency, stay for the equality: Finland transforms winter darkness into an art of living through exceptional design, innovation, and social harmony. Life flows between morning saunas, productive workdays, and evening walks under the midnight sun. A world-leading education system and startup ecosystem, coupled with talent-focused residence permits, make this Nordic paradise increasingly accessible to global professionals.
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Venture into a place where 'sisu' isn't just perseverance, but the foundation of excellence. Here, darkness transforms into opportunity.
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Known for its saunas and Northern Lights, where every winter is a wonderland and every summer is a midnight sun adventure
Finland isn't just a country—it's a masterclass in life balance. Here, time alternates between midnight sun and polar night, and even a simple sauna visit becomes a sacred ritual of wellbeing. This is a land where silence and innovation create perfect harmony.
From the design-savvy streets of Helsinki to the northern lights of Lapland, Finland offers serenity for every peace-seeker. Whether you're drawn to the lake labyrinths of Lakeland, the unspoiled archipelago of Turku, or the Santa Claus village of Rovaniemi, you'll find a nation that has mastered the art of contented living.
आंकड़े
Eat
lohikeitto (salmon soup) - karjalanpiirakka (rice pie)
Drink
salmiakki koskenkorva (licorice vodka) - sahti (traditional beer)
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Beer
Annual consumption (liters per capita)
Wine
Annual consumption (liters per capita)
Coffee
Annual consumption (liters per capita)
Tea
Annual consumption (liters per capita)
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Representative Novel
The Unbearable Lightness of Being by Milan Kundera (Set in Prague captures Czech culture and history)
National Animal
Whooper swan
National Pasttime
आइस हॉकी
राष्ट्रीय स्मारिका
Bohemian crystal
राष्ट्रीय डिश
Svíčková
प्रसिद्ध त्यौहार
Colours of Ostrava
प्रसिद्ध नृत्य
Polka
प्रसिद्ध संगीत
लोक
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The Happiest Country in the World: Finland consistently ranks as the happiest country globally in the United Nations’ World Happiness Report, thanks to its high quality of life, education, and trust in government.
Land of a Thousand Lakes: Finland boasts over 188,000 lakes, making it a paradise for nature lovers and a haven for outdoor activities like fishing, kayaking, and ice skating.
Midnight Sun and Polar Nights: In summer, parts of Finland experience the midnight sun, where the sun doesn’t set for weeks. In contrast, winter brings polar nights, with long hours of darkness in the northern regions.
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April 2014
Finland declares independence from Russia.
July 2014
Winter War: Soviet Union invades Finland.
February 2015
Continuation War ends with peace treaty, ceding territory to the Soviet Union.
March 2015
Finland joins the United Nations.
October 2016
Finland joins the European Union.
MOBILITY
NO. OF Mobility Assets
MOBILITY
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MOBILITY
Visa Free Countries
159
Performance Class
World-Class Access
पासपोर्ट ग्रेड
ए
Rank
12
Score
177.9
This visa grants access to:
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MOBILITY
MOBILITY
Rankings
Finland leads globally in happiness (#1) and ranks exceptionally in quality of life (#5). Our analysis showcases its very strong rule of law (#3) and highly efficient healthcare (#15).
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Healthcare
मध्य काल
43.1
years
Life Expectancy
81.9
years
Obesity Rate
22.20%
Tobacco Use
20.90%
Sources
Health Expenditure
10.25%
of GDP
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Hospital Beds
2.8
per 1000 people
Doctors
4.3
per 1000 people
Out-of-pocket
20.20%
of total expenditure
Sources
Healthcare
Finland has a world-class healthcare system that provides universal coverage to all residents, funded through taxation and healthcare contributions.
Finland offers both public and private healthcare services, with private options available for quicker access to specialists and advanced treatments.
Finland provides exemplary maternity and childcare services, including prenatal care, childbirth services, and comprehensive postnatal support.
Expatriates in Finland are entitled to the same public healthcare services as citizens, with private healthcare options available for additional coverage.
Finland has embraced telehealth services, offering remote consultations and follow-up care for patients across the country, particularly in rural areas.
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cost of living
Cost of Gasoline
$2.13
per liter
Cost of Meal
$15.76
(Inexpensive Restaurant)
Monthly Rent
$876.01
(1 bedroom, City Center)
Monthly Utilities
$140.36
(85m² Apartment)
Domestic Beer
$7.74
(0.5 liter draught)
वैट दर
24%
cost of living
cost of living
cost of living
कर लगाना
Before moving to Finland it's crucial to understand its tax system. Finland taxes residents on their worldwide income while non-residents are taxed only on Finnish-source income. Income tax rates are progressive ranging from 12.64% to 44%. Capital gains are generally taxed at 30% or 34%. Social security contributions are mandatory. A personal identification number is used for tax purposes. Finland has a double taxation treaty with the United States to prevent dual taxation issues.
Tax Residency Requirement
183 days
Worldwide Income Taxation
हाँ
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Higher Rates for Foreign Assets
नहीं
US Double Taxation Treaty
हाँ
व्यक्तिगत आय
Progressive tax rate based on income levels
Personal Capital Gains
Flat rate on investment gains
विरासत
Based on inherited amount and relationship
कॉर्पोरेट आय
Standard corporate tax rate applied to business profits
कॉर्पोरेट पूंजीगत लाभ
Tax rate applied to capital gains from corporate investments
लाभांश
Withholding tax rate applied to dividend distributions
दिलचस्पी
Withholding rate interest payment to non-residens
रॉयल्टी
Withholding tax rate for royalty payments
Work Assignment
Foreign individuals are considered tax residents if they have a permanent home in Finland or if they stay in Finland continuously for more than six months.
Overall Ranking
Global position in PWC’c Ease of Paying Taxes ranking
Ease of Paying Taxes Score
Overall score based on multiple factors
Total Tax and Cotribution Rate
TTCR percentage including all mandatory contributtions
Time to Comply
Annual hours required to comply with tax regulations
Number of Payments
Total number of tax payments required annually
Post-filing Index
Score measuring the ease of processes after filing taxes
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CLIMATE
Average Temperature
2.46 °C
Humidity
79
%
Average Annual Precipitation
536
mm
Rainless Days per Year
247
Best Time to Travel
June-August
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