The procedure for passing through customs by individuals entering Finland

One may go to Finland for different reasons: to work, to study, to permanently reside or, for example, to take a steam bath in the birthplace of the sauna. It goes without saying that the customs officers are the first people you will come across in Finland. Nobody wants difficulties with customs. As well, nobody wants to waste time and be nervous while passing customs control. To avoid such difficulties you should know the requirements for individuals arriving in Finland have been fixed by Finnish customs legislation.

In this article we will consider the key procedures for passing customs in Finland. Clearance at Customs

To enter Finland or any other country of the world, you should first of all pass the customs clearance. The main thing you should do while passing customs clearance is to declare any taxable products (i.e. those to be levied taxes and duties). It is remarkable that, all the people arriving in Finland are divided into just two categories: those who live in countries of the EU, and those who do not. So, in Finland there are several corridors of customs clearance depending on what country you have arrived from, how many products you are importing, and in what amount, from where and for what purpose they will be used.

The Red Corridor. Individuals importing products whose number or cost exceeds the fixed tax-exemption limits, as well as products that carry import restrictions must proceed through the red corridor. Products designated for sale and other commercial purposes pass through this corridor as well.

The Green Corridor. Individuals importing products in an amount (i.e. at cost) that is not to be taxed and levied the customs duty use this corridor.

The Blue Corridor. This corridor is for people arriving from countries of the EU (thus, it is not at all checkpoints) who are importing products (in an amount that is not taxable) and which do not carry any import restrictions.

Випишіть виділені жирним шрифтом слова, вкажіть їх українські еквіваленти та запам’ятайте.

Напишіть анотацію до тексту.

IY. Індивідуальне читання (обсяг – 15 тис. друкованих знаків газетного тексту).

Прочитайте та перекладіть статтю(статті).

2. Випишіть та запам’ятайте 20 ключових слів.

3. Підготуйте усний переказ прочитаного.
Контрольна робота №1

Варіант 7.

І. Граматика.

Доповніть речення питальними займенниками.

1. – don’t you want to tell me the truth?
2. – always take him to the seaside in summer?
3. – does she always cook for supper?
4. – do they have their birthday party?
5. – did you give my telephone number?
6. – garden tools did you use for planting trees?
7. – books are there on my shelf?
8. – does he usually go for summer rest?
9. – do you get up every day?
10. – does he have for breakfast?

Пропишіть словами подані числівники.

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Перепишіть, вибираючи правильну форму.

He (loves/ is loving) her very much.

They (see/ are seeing) sunset every day in summer.

I (hate/ am hating) doing shopping.

I (remember/ am remembering) beautiful nature of my native town.

We (know/ are knowing) that he is an honest person.

He (will/ is going to) remember her forever.

She (will not/ is not going to) come? Because she is ill.

They (will not/ are not going to) justify her decision/

We (will/are going to) see this TV program just now.

I (will never/ am not going to) tell them the truth.

Перекладіть англійською мовою.

1. Ви були у відрядженні минулого місяця?
2. Що ви робили на уроці англійської мови?
3. Куди ви поставили ваш комп’ютер у моєму офісі?
4. Ми зустрічаємо наших клієнтів посмішкою.
5. Коли він почав вивчати французьку мову?
6. Вони взяли нашу їжу із холодильника.
7. Ми зберігаємо вбрання у шафі.
8. Її капці стояли під моїм ліжком, а мої під її.
9. Вчора я встав о шостій.
10. У нього було достатньо часу, щоб приготувати обід для неї.

ІІ. Мовна практика.

Contracts

Exercise 1:

Complete this text, which has been adapted from the A & C Black Dictionary of Law, with words or expressions from the box.

1. accepted 2. agreement 3. breach 4. consideration 5. contractual liability 6. damages 7. express 8. implied 9. intention 10. obligations 11. offer 12. reward 13. signed 14. stated 15. sue 16. terms 17. under seal 18. verbally 19. voided 20. writing

A contract can be defined as 'an __________ between two or more parties to create legal __________ between them'. Some contracts are made '__________': in other words, they are __________ and sealed (stamped) by the parties involved. Most contracts are made __________ or in __________. The essential elements of a contract are: (a) that an __________ made by one party should be __________ by the other;

(b) __________ (the price in money, goods or some other __________, paid by one party in exchange for another party agreeing to do something); (c) the __________ to create legal relations. The __________ of a contract may be __________ (clearly stated) or __________ (not clearly __________ in the contract, but generally understood). A __________ of contract by one party of their __________ entitles the other party to __________ for __________ or, in some cases, to seek specific performance. In such circumstances, the contract may be __________ (in other words, it becomes invalid).

Exercise 2:

There are many different kinds of contract for different situations. Look at the following paragraphs, and decide what kind of contract is being described or talked about.

1. I went into the supermarket and chose the items that I wanted. As soon as my basket was full, I headed for the checkout.

2. My cousin Bob said he was going to get rid of his computer and buy a new one. I said that I needed a computer and suggested I bought his old one. Anyway, we agreed on a price, I gave him a.50 deposit, and agreed to pay the balance in instalments over the next three months. I'm going round to collect the computer this evening.

3. The property is unfurnished, and the rent is.650 pcm, which has to be paid monthly in arrears.

Electricity, gas and phone bills are extra. There's a communal garden and a communal parking area, for which I also have to pay a nominal maintenance fee. The landlord is responsible for any repairs to the property. I'm not allowed to sublet at any time. I've signed the lease for 18 months.

4. We're opening our own branch in the town centre next week. The deal is fairly simple: we get the right to use the company's name, their trademark, their trade names and products, wear their uniforms and use their stationery. They also provide our staff with all the necessary training, give us invaluable managerial assistance and provide advertising materials. In return, we have to meet specific requirements, such as quality of service, maintaining good customer relations, and following the company's standard procedures. Oh, and buy all the products we sell from them, naturally.

5. The total amount you are borrowing is.9,000 at an APR of 6.6%. Repaid in monthly instalments over 3 years, this gives you a monthly repayment figure of.275.46, totalling.9,916.56. You have opted out of the repayment protection premium scheme. If you wish to make an early settlement, the figure above will be recalculated accordingly. As soon as you sign a form, your funds will be released into your bank account. Please note that penalties will be applied if you default on repayments.

6. This appointment is for a period of two years, following a 4-week probationary period. Your remuneration package includes an annual gross salary of.32,000. You are entitled to sick pay and 6 weeks annual leave after you have been with us for 3 months. Your hours of work are 9 to 5 Monday to Friday, although you may be asked to work overtime during busy periods. The company has its own medical and pension schemes which you may join.

7. The total cost is.2,870, which is payable in full before the goods can be despatched. Alternatively, we can arrange credit terms, which are interest-free for the first six months. All goods are covered by the manufacturer's warranty, which is valid for one year. If you are not happy with your merchandise, it can be returned for an exchange or full refund (but please note that this is valid for 28 days only, and we will need to see your receipt or other proof of purchase).

8. A group 7M people carrier is.58 a day. This price includes unlimited mileage, fully comprehensive insurance, collision damage waiver and loss damage waiver. The company has drop-off points in most major cities, but will charge extra if you use a different one from that where you picked up the vehicle. A refuelling service charge will be applied if you do not replace the fuel you have used.

Underline or highlight the key words and expressions that helped you to identify the subject of each paragraph.

III. Робота з текстом загально фахової тематики.