MYEL Pension Insurance for Grants

MYEL Pension Insurance for Grants

Grant recipients take out a MYEL insurance from Mela or the Farmers’ Social Insurance Institution of Finland. This obligation applies to all 18–68-year-old grant recipients who have been awarded a grant from Finland under the following conditions: The grant is awarded...
Freelancer Guide for Immigrants by Ukko.fi

Freelancer Guide for Immigrants by Ukko.fi

“Finding work in Finland is not always easy or straightforward, and the same applies to working itself. There are numerous ways of doing things and in order to make it, one must find Access to all the silent information out there. When you’re an immigrant...
Grants and Taxation

Grants and Taxation

Taxation of Grants for Artists in Finland The taxation of grants received by an artist depends on three factors: The purpose of the grant (working grant, project grant, or mixed-form grant). The entity awarding the grant (public body or private entity). The total...
The Effect of Grants on Unemployment Benefits

The Effect of Grants on Unemployment Benefits

Grants and Unemployment Benefits for Artists Receiving a grant and the end of a grant period may affect an artist’s unemployment benefits. Unemployment After a Grant Period Working under a grant covering living costs for more than four months is considered a form of...