About IHH

IHH for newcomers

IHH helps international newcomers relocate to the Helsinki capital region. Our services guide you through every step of the process to help make your move smooth and easy.

If you are considering or planning a move to the Helsinki region, IHH’s pre-arrival support can help you prepare. Once you arrive, you can take care of necessary administrative matters in one place at the IHH service point. Afterwards, find guidance and support with settling into your new home.

IHH for employers 

IHH also helps employers in the Helsinki capital region with matters relating to international employees and international recruitment.

You can use IHH’s international recruitment services for assistance with international candidate searches, funding instruments for employers and settling-in support for international employees. We also provide advisory and counseling services for companies and employers on issues such as work-based immigration, right to work and employer obligations, and more. 

Service point

Most international newcomers arriving in the Helsinki region pass through the IHH service point. There, you can handle official paperwork with multiple authorities in one place.

At the service point, IHH stakeholders have their own service desks where they attend international newcomers. Different service desks have their own opening hours, and some need appointments booked in advance. You can also get general information and guidance at the service point.

Stakeholders

IHH is a service platform for migration in the Helsinki region. It is coordinated by the City of Helsinki and was originally established through the Finnish government’s Talent Boost Programme.

IHH partners with national agencies and local municipalities to offer essential services for international newcomers in one place.

See all of IHH’s stakeholders below.

Contact

For opening hours of the IHH service point and different service desks at IHH, see the service point page.

For other inquiries, stakeholders and media can contact IHH using the contact information below.