- Brian Norris
When first moving to Washington, D.C., I didn't know many people outside of the office. InterNations has changed that with some exciting events.
InterNations – The Place for Finns Living in the USA
Want to connect with the expat community of Finns in the United States? Looking for Finnish compatriots to help you with your questions on expat life? Or are you looking for other Finnish expats to go on an excursion to the pleasantly mild Pacific Northwest with?
InterNations the USA offers everything you might need as an expat, no matter whether you already live in the USA or are still in Finland planning your upcoming foreign assignment. InterNations is the leading platform among expatriates and global minds in all countries around the world. Needless to say, our community of Finnish expats in the USA is going very strong, with members having roots all across Finland - from Oulu, over Pori to Helsinki.
Meet other Finns at our events in the United States
Attend our monthly events and activities for Finns expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.
Want to meet other Finns at our events?
Meet other Finns in the United States
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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends
Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.
Find other Finns to share your hobbies with
Tips and Advice on the USA from Your Fellow Finnish Expats
Obviously, expat life in the USA goes well beyond shipping your belongings and taking care of red tape. Socializing with fellow Finns is an important facet of living abroad and can be a huge stepping stone in getting to know the American mentality and way of life. Finns in the USA are a part of our community, calling cities such as New York City, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., and many others home. You can use InterNations to look for fellow Finns in Washington D.C., for example.
Wondering where to shop for Finnish delicatessen, want to discuss your national team's latest match, or simply talk to someone in your native language? Become a member of the American InterNations Community!
- Our network is the best place to meet expats from Finland.
- On the the USA Expat Forums, you can get competent answers to all your expat-related questions: how to find a babysitter fluent in your mother tongue, where to get poronkäristys in Washington D.C., etc.
- The InterNations Places database for the USA has information on the nearest Finnish embassy and many other institutions.
From the pleasantly mild Pacific Northwest to the picturesque landscapes of the South, you can meet supportive and friendly Finnish expats in the USA on InterNations.
Meet and Mingle with Fellow Finns in the USA
Additionally, InterNations hosts regular expat events and activities in the USA. Our get-togethers are sure to cater to your taste as well: as a member, you can partake in cozy gatherings to enjoy some American st■ turkey, join one of our huge expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Washington D.C.’s best locations, and much more. Want to discover the USA? Go on a weekend trip with your fellow expats to see the Sierras of California and other beautiful landmarks.
Our meet-ups and activities offer many wonderful opportunities to mingle with expatriates hailing from Finland and dozens of other countries in a casual setting. Just sign up for your InterNations membership and you’ll soon hear a cordial Hyvää päivää from our Finns living in the USA!