Moving in Finland, explained in English
Guides for arriving, moving within Finland and leaving, two free tools, and a crew that speaks Finnish, English, Russian and Swedish.
- 4 languages: Finnish, English, Russian, Swedish
- €90/h two movers and a truck, every day
- 1 h typical reply on weekdays
Where are you in your move?
Pick your situation. Each one lists the guides that matter at that stage, in the order you will need them.
Arriving in Finland
New in Finland? Start with the paperwork that has deadlines, learn the housing words, and furnish the flat without owning a car.
- Removals to FinlandShipping your home here from the UK and Europe, door to door.
- Moving to Helsinki checklistChange of address within a week of moving, electricity, insurance and the lift booking.
- Finnish housing wordsKaksio, isännöitsijä, saunavuoro and more than 70 other words, explained in English.
- Your first week in a Finnish apartmentSauna turns, the laundry room, waste sorting and the house rules.
- IKEA and store pickupsFurnish the first flat the same day. A typical pickup run is about €100 in total.
Moving within Finland
Changing flats? Your lease decides the dates and the size of the flat decides the price. These guides cover both.
- Ending a leaseOne month of notice from the end of the month, and what changed on 1 October 2026.
- Notice period calculatorYour lease end date, moving day and deposit deadline in a few seconds.
- How much moving costsTypical hours and prices by flat size, from a studio to a house.
- Van rental or movers?An honest cost comparison for a two-room flat.
- Moving in togetherTwo homes into one, picked up from two addresses in one load.
Leaving Finland
Leaving Finland? Sell what stays, ship what goes, and hand the flat back clean so the deposit comes with you.
- Leaving Finland checklistDVV, Kela, taxes, the bank and the car, with the deadlines that matter.
- Moving from Finland to EuropeDoor to door to Spain, Germany, Sweden and the rest of Europe.
- EU staff and embassy relocationAn estimate on your employer's reimbursement form within 24 hours.
- Selling or donating furnitureTori.fi, a Kierrätyskeskus pickup or a Sortti station, with prices.
- Move-out cleaning, €40/hThe final clean that the inspection looks for.
Two free tools
Built for the two questions we hear most from people new to Finnish housing.
Notice period calculator
Enter the day you give notice. See when your lease ends, your default moving day and the deposit deadline.
lease ends 30 Nov 2026
Finnish housing words
The words in rental ads, house rules and letters from the property manager, explained in plain English.
saunavuoro your weekly sauna slot
Questions from expats
Something else on your mind? Write to us on WhatsApp in the language you prefer. We usually reply within an hour on weekdays.
Do your movers speak English?
Do I need Finnish online banking codes or a personal identity code to book?
No. A name, a phone number and the two addresses are enough to book through the form, WhatsApp or by phone. You can pay by card (Visa, Mastercard or American Express), MobilePay, cash, a payment link or an invoice.
How much does a move in Helsinki cost?
Our rate is €90/h for two movers and a truck, or €120/h for three movers and a bigger truck, and weekends cost the same as weekdays. A studio typically takes 2 to 3 hours and a two-room flat 3 to 5 hours. Fuel, kilometres, moving blankets and transport insurance are included. See how much moving costs.
Can you move us to or from another country?
Yes. We move homes from Finland to the rest of Europe door to door, and we handle removals to Finland from the UK and Europe. International moves are priced individually after your quote request.
When should I give notice on my lease?
As soon as your new home is confirmed. A tenant's notice period is one month, counted from the end of the month in which you give notice. The notice period calculator shows your exact dates.