In a recent episode of the podcast 'Tiedon jäljillä', Finnish pop star Antti Tuisku shared insights about his life after moving to Spain. Celebrating his 42nd birthday, Tuisku revealed that he visits Finland infrequently, with his last trip occurring about three months ago. He disclosed that he has officially transferred his residency to Spain, having lived in an apartment there for the past eight years, marking a significant shift in his lifestyle and demographics.

Tuisku recounted a pivotal moment when he received a call from Kela, Finland's social insurance institution, informing him that he had officially fallen out of the Finnish social security system. This notification symbolizes his full relocation to Spain and signifies the bureaucratic implications of such a transition. Previously, while spending considerable time in Spain, he never surpassed a six-month stay per year, which allowed him to maintain some ties to Finland's social systems.

The pop star also highlighted the considerable differences in bureaucracy between being officially recognized as a resident in Spain compared to merely staying temporarily. He pointed out how Finnish citizens often underestimate the complexities of administrative processes abroad, underlining the importance of understanding local systems when making such an international move. Tuisku's experience can resonate with many people navigating between countries, particularly when it comes to social security and residency issues.