Newcomer Information Sessions

International House Helsinki (IHH) organises regular Newcomer Information Sessions that cover the steps international newcomers need to take before and after arriving in Finland.

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

During our Newcomer Information Sessions, we cover topics like:

• Preparing for your move
• Handling public authority-related matters
• How to enjoy life in the Helsinki capital region
• Housing
• The local healthcare system
• The Finnish education system
• Support available for partners and spouses
• Introduction to jobseeking and entrepreneurship in the capital
• Employee rights

You are welcome to attend the entire session, or only join for the sections that appeal to your needs.

Each Newcomer Information Session will feature presentations from:

• International House Helsinki
• Helsinki Partners
• The City of Helsinki’s Education Division
• The Spouse Program
• Business Helsinki
• Akava and SAK

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 for work or based on  family ties.

Sign up for an upcoming Newcomer Information Session

• 23 January at 14.30–17.00 EET
• 29 February at 9.00–11.30 EET
• 25 March at 12.00–14.30 EET
• 24 April at 14.30–17.00 EEST
• 20 May at 9.00–11.30 EEST
• 18 June at 12.00–14.30 EEST
• 15 August at 12.00–14.30 EEST
• 13 September at 9–11.30 EEST
• 16 October at 12–14.30 EEST
• 18 November at 14.30–17 EET
• 17 December at 9–11.30 EET