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How hard will it be for me to settle in a country I’ve never been to, and I may have to spend quite a long time living there.
Finland is a lovely country to live. A beautiful, calm and peaceful place. Life is easy and so comfortable here. I came here in 2016 and I stay in Oulu, a city far north up in Finland. Regarding difficulty to adjust, it’s not difficult at all. We all got adjusted here, so will you. So, be positive and come with an open mind to explore this country. It was not difficult for me since I had work to do which kept me busy. If you keep yourself busy doing something, it should not be a problem. Meet people, party, invite peole for dinners. Also you can mingle with people from different countries here. Finns people are really nice. They are honest, sincere and focussed. They would not come and start a conversation with you. And please do not go on the blank facial expressions, once you talk to them, you would know they are really amazing and nice people. The climate is extreme here. Snow most of the time, and cold. Followed by melting of snow and icy roads to walk. I would suggest wearing proper clothing for this, boots and jackets. For slippery roads, you can use shoes with proper grips or external grips especially made to walk on ice. I’m sure it will be a good experience for you.
It is a very good country to live . Finland is one of the safest country . You will find many Indians and will not feel left alone. Finland is one of the best places to live on earth with less crime rates , good government benefits including health, education and so on. One thing you might need to understand that having a maid is kind of Indian luxury which you may have to give up and start working on cooking, cleaning, washing dishes by your own unless you are are super rich. It may be hard to get to know people and create social circles outside working life. Also the cost of living is considerably higher here, so one person’s salary may not support the lifestyle you may expect. If you have small children and you stay home to take care of them, then the easiest way to meet people is to get to know other stay-at-home parents in the neighborhood. If the job is located in the capital area, it’ll be easier to adapt. If the company is located in a smaller city or more peripheric part of the country you are more likely to face some prejudice or blatant racism from random encounters with people. It’s also easier to get away from Helsinki than the rest of the country if you want to take a break of the gloomy silence and feel like a weekend trip or short holiday to other European locations. The climate will be a shock, but the houses are warm. If you enjoy outdoor acivities or exploring nature, there are plenty of opportunities. In all, Finland is a very beautiful place to be.