Newcomer Information Sessions

International House Helsinki (IHH) organises regular Newcomer Information Sessions, providing useful information for those who are planning to move or have recently moved to the Helsinki capital region.

All sessions are free and open to those who are either moving to Finland for work or business, or due to family ties. Each session is held in English and takes place online.

During our Newcomer Information Sessions, we cover topics like:

The steps international newcomers need to take before and after arriving
Handling public authority-related matters
How to enjoy life in the Helsinki capital region
Housing, public transport and local health care system
Support available for partners and spouses
Education system, daycare and schooling
Services for jobseekers and entrepreneurs
Employee rights and unionization
Earnings-related insurance system and telework

Sessions are organised regularly, but their content varies. On alternating months, we focus on general topics to help international newcomers and their families with relocation matters. On the other months, we provide worklife information for jobseekers, employees, and entrepreneurs.

You are welcome to attend one or many sessions, or only join for the sections that appeal to your needs. You can find more detailed information about the content of each session on our Events page or via the links listed below.

Newcomer Information Sessions will feature presentations from:

Please note our Newcomer Information Sessions are designed to fit the needs of international newcomers and prospective newcomers who are moving to the capital region based on work, business or family ties.

Sign up for an upcoming Newcomer Information Session

Contact

If you have any questions about International House Helsinki’s Newcomer information session, you can contact us by email newcomerinfo@hel.fi