Immigrants

Basic education for adults

Early childhood education and care for children from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds and preparatory education for basic education

Integration services

We provide guidance and counselling for individuals and families granted international protection and those who have got a positive decision to the asylum application. Our services include individual and group counselling. The guidance and counselling continues until the so called calculated compensation period comes to an end.

Interpretation and translation services

Library services for immigrants

Library is a place where everyone is welcome. In the library, you can spend time and meet friends. You can also read and borrow books. It does not cost anything to use the library.

Meeting places

Would you like to get to know your neighbours? Are you looking for new friends? Do you sometimes feel lonely? Here are some examples of places where you can go to meet other people and spend time in good company!

Vaasa Reception Centre

Welcome Office - Information and guidance for newcomers

Are you new in Finland? Welcome Office provides information in several languages on matters such as immigration, public services, Finnish society, language courses, working life and leisure activities.