Immigrants

Early childhood education for children of different linguistic and cultural backgrounds

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.

Vaasa Reception Centre

Welcome Office - Information and guidance for newcomers

Are you new in Finland? Welcome Office provides information on immigration, public services, societal issues, language courses, recruitment and working life in English, Finnish and Swedish.