EVTEK University of Applied Sciences

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[edit] Entering Finland

  • Citizens of the Nordic and the European Economic Area (EEA) countries need either a valid passport or an official identity card (travel document) to prove the identity. However, during your study period in Finland there will be opportunities to travel to Finland’s neighbouring countries. For travel outside Finland a passport is often required, especially to Russia. Passport might also be required when travelling to new EU-countries.
  • Citizens of the Nordic countries may arrive, reside, study and work in Finland without residence permits.
  • Citizens of the European Union (EU) / European Economic Area (EEA) countries do not need Residence permit but must register after arrival at the local police authorities in Finland.
  • When arriving in Finland you may also be expected to show an insurance document for the duration of you stay and other documents related to your stay in Finland. You must prove that you have sufficient funds (EUR 30 per day or scholarship) for your stay and for your return journey or further travel.
  • Before leaving your home country, please check your travel and health insurance. The insurance is compulsory for all students and it must cover expenses and transportation to the home country in case of an emergency and/or repatriation. The insurance must cover you during your stay in Finland and also during your travel to and from Finland.

[edit] How to get there?

  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is an international airport with good connections to all the European capitals, to the United States and Asia. There are good domestic connections to other Finnish towns, some of which also cater to international flights.
  • From all Finnish airports there is an airport bus service or local bus to the centre of the local town, and sometimes to nearby towns, too. There are also taxis available, including some special Airport Taxis or Yellow Taxis which have cheaper rates for groups going in the same direction.

[edit] The accomodation

  • EVTEK International Office provides assistance in finding accommodation for the exchange and double-degree students coming from partner institutions of higher education to study at EVTEK. The number of rooms are limited, you have to apply as soon as you receive your letter of acceptance and to respect the calendar and conditions.
  • The rental contract periods are fixed and cannot be changed. The minimum rental periods are:
    • for autumn:16th of August to 31st of December 2007
    • for spring: 1st of January to the 31st of May 2008 for the Institute of Technology / Institute of Art and Design
    • for spring: 16th of January to the 31st of May 2008 for the School of Business Administration


[edit] The university

  • Each EVTEK unit has its own school cafeteria. Lunch is served from Monday to Friday. Lunch 2.35 € with a Kela Ateriatuki –card (4,60 € without the card). All foreign degree and exchange students are entitled to a Kela Ateriatuki –card, please ask International Office or Student Affairs Office. Lunch includes one warm dish + salad + bread & butter + drinks. There is a choice of 2-3 different meals every day.

[edit] Banking

  • There are no restrictions on foreign students or trainees opening a bank account in Finland. You will receive a bankcard which will give you access to the cash points, or ATMs, of the bank. Check the logo of your bank in order to know which ATMs to use. Apart from withdrawing cash you can also check your balance and pay bills.
  • The main banks are:

[edit] Further readings

The university website

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