College debt
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charlesirwin22
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College debt
Hypothetical question: if you have college debt in another country, can it carry over into finland/ will it effect you in terms of banking, getting a house, financing a car. etc..
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heretostay
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Re: College debt
Yes. Especially if it is the USA. Every bank in Finland asks if you are a US taxpayer and you have to tell them your US social security number. The USA follows its citizens everywhere.
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FinlandGirl
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Re: College debt
Isn't that just for reporting to the IRS?heretostay wrote: ↑Mon Mar 13, 2023 1:22 pmEvery bank in Finland asks if you are a US taxpayer and you have to tell them your US social security number. The USA follows its citizens everywhere.
Re: College debt
Since Uncle Sam taxes its citizens regardless of where they actually live, banks in Finland might do credit checks on you if you are a US citizen. So your unpaid loans in the US might affect their decision-making. I do not know this for a fact though. You could ask the bank in question I suppose.
