10. LEARNING ESTONIAN The official state language of Estonia is Estonian. At the same time majority of the Estonian population also speaks Russian and/or English, as well as other international languages.
You should try to learn Estonian as soon as possible. Learning Estonian is very important to meet new people, to make yourself understood in everyday life, to find work and also to understand the local culture.
If you are not able to communicate in Estonian or an official’s lack of skill in a foreign language impedes your interaction, for example, with a health care provider or an educational institution, the accommodation centre and/or support person can provide you with help in arranging translation services.
10.1. COURSES FOR BENEFICIARIES OF INTERNATIONAL PROTECTION If you are a beneficiary of international protection, by law you must obtain: • A1 level knowledge of Estonian language within 1 year starting from receiving protection and residence permit and 110
• A2 level knowledge within 2 years from receiving protection and residence permit.
