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  • Connect with fellow Hungarians in Finland

  • Get information in our Finland guide

  • Join exciting events and activities

  • Exchange tips about expat life in Finland

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    I found a former Helsinki expat who had recently moved back to Brazil, so we swapped all the important need-to-knows.

InterNations – The Place for Hungarians Living in Finland

Want to connect with the expat community of Hungarians in Finland? Looking for Hungarian compatriots to help you with your questions on expat life? Or are you looking for other Hungarian expats to go on an excursion to the thousands of lakes and little islands with?

InterNations Finland offers everything you might need as an expat, no matter whether you already live in Finland or are still in Hungary planning your upcoming foreign assignment. InterNations is the leading platform among expatriates and global minds in all countries around the world. Needless to say, our community of Hungarian expats in Finland is going very strong, with members having roots all across Hungary - from Eger, over Debrecen to Budapest.

Hungarian Expats Moving to Finland: Your Questions, Answered

If you’re a new or soon-to-be expat in Finland, you probably aren’t quite sure yet what it will be like. That’s why we gathered the answers to some key questions you may have about life in Finland. If you want to ask more specific questions — or even share your own tips — join InterNations! You’ll be part of a community of new and experienced expats who love to help each other out.

What are the most common nationalities in Finland? As an expat in Finland, you'll meet people from many different cultures (especially if you're an InterNations member!) The top nationalities in the InterNations Communities in Finland currently are:

  • Russians
  • Indians
  • Americans
  • British

Which cities are most popular among expats in Finland? Some cities attract more expats than others. These are the cities with the largest expat communities in Finland:

  • Helsinki
  • Oulu
  • Pori

How much rent do expats pay in Finland? Your personal situation plays a role here. Single expats spend on average 915 USD on their accommodation per month, while expat families spend around 1.560 USD. And of course, rents can also vary greatly depending on the location and city within Finland.

To give you an idea of what to expect, here are some rent averages for the most popular cities in Finland.

Average rent in Helsinki

  • Single expats: 1.169 USD
  • Expat families: 2.078 USD

Average rent in Oulu

  • Single expats: 759 USD
  • Expat families: 1.316 USD

Average rent in Pori

  • Single expats: 572 USD
  • Expat families: 928 USD

How safe is Finland? You may be wondering about safety. In general people perceive their personal safety situation in Finland as very safe. People rate the risk of falling victim to petty crime (such as pickpocketing or minor theft) as very low. They consider the chance of being the victim of violent crime (including mugging) very low. And, they rate confidence in the police force and related local authorities as very high.

How safe is Finland for women? Female expats rated the safety situation in Finland as very safe. This is based on the feedback of expat women living in Finland (rather than actual crime statistics). So obviously this can be highly subjective and depends on factors such as where people live.

Meet other Hungarians at our events in Finland

Attend our monthly events and activities for Hungarians expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

Mar 30, 2024, 6:00 PM
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Finnish folk art and fire Bonfires were lit, because people in the old days believed that Fire and Smoke, would ward off evil spirits. A Finnish Easter tradition, for those of us still in Helsinki f
A Finnish historical drama film, shown with English subtitles, directed by Tiina Lymi and based on the five-volume series by Anni Blomqvist. Young 17-year-old Maja is married against her will to Åland
As the snow is melted, waste is visible in the streets and the nature. Let's do something good, collect waste and give nature even better possibilities to grow! Past events have shown that people al
The Collection of Nordea Art Foundation Finland will showcase the Foundation's significant collection. The selection includes works by Ferdinand von Wright, Helene Schjerfbeck, Akseli Gallen-Kallela,

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    From Hungary, living in Helsinki
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    From Hungary, living in Helsinki
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    From Hungary, living in Helsinki
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    From Hungary, living in Helsinki
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    From Hungary, living in Helsinki

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Tips and Advice on Finland from Your Fellow Hungarian Expats

Obviously, expat life in Finland goes well beyond shipping your belongings and taking care of red tape. Socializing with fellow Hungarians is an important facet of living abroad and can be a huge stepping stone in getting to know the Finnish mentality and way of life. Hungarians in Finland are a part of our community, calling cities such as Oulu, Pori, Helsinki, and many others home. You can use InterNations to look for fellow Hungarians in Helsinki, for example.

Wondering where to shop for Hungarian delicatessen, want to discuss your national team's latest match, or simply talk to someone in your native language? Become a member of the Finnish InterNations Community!

  • Our network is the best place to meet expats from Hungary.
  • On the Finland Expat Forums, you can get competent answers to all your expat-related questions: how to find a babysitter fluent in your mother tongue, where to get goulash in Helsinki, etc.
  • The InterNations Places database for Finland has information on the nearest Hungarian embassy and many other institutions.

From the thousands of lakes and little islands to its beautiful birch forests and coniferous taiga woods, you can meet supportive and friendly Hungarian expats in Finland on InterNations.

Meet and Mingle with Fellow Hungarians in Finland

Additionally, InterNations hosts regular expat events and activities in Finland. Our get-togethers are sure to cater to your taste as well: as a member, you can partake in cozy gatherings to enjoy some Finnish poronkäristys, join one of our huge expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Helsinki’s best locations, and much more. Want to discover Finland? Go on a weekend trip with your fellow expats to see the historical province of Uusimaa and other beautiful landmarks.

Our meet-ups and activities offer many wonderful opportunities to mingle with expatriates hailing from Hungary and dozens of other countries in a casual setting. Just sign up for your InterNations membership and you’ll soon hear a cordial Üdvözöljük from our Hungarians living in Finland!