Moving to Estonia | Emigrating to Estonia
Moving to Estonia: Estonia is the northernmost country in the Baltic and allures expats from all over the world with its impressive landscapes, diverse wildlife, great living conditions, low cost of living and an interesting and rich culture. Estonia consists of a mainland and about 1,500 different islands in the Baltic Sea, which adds diversity to the country.
The Estonians themselves are extremely friendly, warm but sometimes restrained people who make it easy for expats to get used to their new environment.
Expats, who move to Estonia, mostly settle in the capital Tallinn because it simply has the best job opportunities and quality of life. Apart from the relatively expensive rents, the cost of living is quite moderate, making Tallinn the most popular destination in Estonia.
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The Estonian Language
Anyone wishing to relocate from Switzerland to Estonia should bear in mind that it is important to learn the Estonian language. It is similar to Finnish and will greatly facilitate communication in everyday life. Even though English is spoken by many people in Estonia, you should not rely on it, especially in professional life.
Knowing the language will allow you to communicate better with the people of this beautiful country. The Russian language can also be helpful in Estonia as some of the population speak it and it may help you find a job in a Russian company.
Weather
When moving to Estonia, the weather should definitely be considered, as the country is relatively far to the north and can be very cold in the winter. Also, the summer generally doesn’t get very warm.
Regardless of this, as almost 50% of the country is covered with forests, the air in Estonia is very clean and the beautiful landscape is characterised by an outstanding nature. The wildlife of the country is also fascinating and diverse. You will find many types of animals such as moose, foxes, deer, wolves, snow bunnies, lynx and brown bears.
Job Prospects
Swiss expats who would like to emigrate to Estonia due to professional factors or who are simply looking for a job can expect an ample number of career opportunities. The most sought after employees are experts in pedagogical professions, media design, as well as people in different skilled trades, such as carpentry.
One of the reasons for this is that there is a shortage of skilled labour in Estonia, due to the fact that many Estonians leave the country every year to seek their fortune elsewhere. The average working time in Estonia is slightly longer than in Western Europe, with earnings tending to be lower.
On the other hand, there are also some international companies in Estonia, which are mainly based in the capital Tallinn and they pay more attractive salaries based on Western European standards. Of course, this also requires a good level of education and experience in the respective field.
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Cost of Living
An important reason for many expats emigrating to Estonia is that the cost of living is pretty low, especially in comparison with Switzerland. So, expats can live very well here, especially if they already have a comfortable level of financial resources. This makes Estonia an interesting option when considering it as a place to retire to.
For your move to Estonia
If you are thinking about emigrating to Estonia, then you have found the right moving company in us. We work in close cooperation with our Estonian partner companies, ensuring that your belongings arrive in no time. This allows you to fully concentrate on your new adventure in this beautiful country.
Of course, we would be particularly happy if you would send us some feedback and photos after a successful move, because the experience of our customers is extremely important to us.
Kehrli + Oeler – your reliable relocation company when moving to Estonia.
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