E-Training and Video Materials for Third-country Nationals with Long-Stay Visas in Estonia

This project aims to ensure that third-country nationals who have arrived in Estonia on a long-stay D visa and a short-stay work permit have the necessary time and relevant knowledge to work and settle in Estonia. In order to do that, the project aims to provide video materials for third-country nationals.

The objective will be achieved in three ways:

1. The creation of new educational videos and materials will be a key focus. Additionally, counselling activities will be delivered to at least 500 target group members staying in Estonia. Furthermore, at least 45 counselling seminars will be organized for Estonian employers. Moreover, a communication strategy will be created and implemented to reach the target group.
2. Training will be provided for third-country nationals arriving in Estonia based on long-stay visas and short-term employment. Specifically, the number of third-country nationals arriving in Estonia for short-term work increased more than 11 times in 2018 compared to 2016. As a result, there is insufficient availability of services for people staying in Estonia for a short period (up to 1 year). For example, they lack access to an adaptation programme. To address this, it is necessary to provide introductory training. This training will cover rights and obligations related to a temporary stay in Estonia. That includes aspects such as the labour market and taxation. Additionally, counselling on issues relevant to working in Estonia for a short period will be offered.
3. The project will produce educational videos on life in Estonia. Their main aim is to support these training activities and inform citizens with a D visa arriving in the country. These video materials for third-country nationals will remain available to interested parties even after the end of the project.

The project will be implemented in cooperation with EXPAT Relocation Estonia OÜ. The Institute of Baltic Studies will be responsible for developing training materials and educational videos. The project is co-funded by the European Union through the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund and the Estonian Ministry of the Interior.