19 January 2023
It’s a common initial thought — at the start of the application process, I tend to see it as a sprint. With just fifty meters left to the finish line, a final push seems enough to get through it. By this stage, language proficiency is secured, background experiences are in place, and many with the urge to study abroad view their desired destinations as lands of opportunity, thinking what’s left is just the result, right?
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5 August 2023
Finland Transgender Newcomer’s Guide # Mainly for the Helsinki region. Last updated on August 5, 2023.
Before Arriving in Finland # In theory, do not bring any prescription medication into the Schengen Area without a prescription, and do not exceed one month for over-the-counter medications (check border control regulations). When you have a prescription, you are allowed to carry the medication indicated on the prescription, and the quantity should not exceed six months.
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18 December 2023
A Brief Guide to Name Changes for Transgender Individuals in Finland # Name changes already made outside of Finland can be updated for free. Please refer to this website.
How to Submit an Application # Note that if you wish to change your gender marker as well, refer to Confirmation of gender - DVV. After changing your gender, you can change your name for free. Remember, you must reconfirm within 30 days to 6 months after changing your gender marker.
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