Vaasa
Welcome to Vaasa! Here by the sea, in an international city, You can feel at home.
Throughout history, we have emphasized the importance of cultural and linguistic diversity, as we have two main languages - Finnish and Swedish. In many workplaces, English is even the primary language.
In Vaasa, commuting is easy as everything is close by and it is easy to find an affordable rental apartment or home-ownership close to services. Holistic well-being is possible for everyone and easily accessible. The sea and the magnificent Kvarken archipelago area are our home.
In Vaasa, we know how to cherish our multidimensional atmosphere, safe environment, the landscape rising from the sea, easy connections and a leisurely life.
Life in Vaasa is however way you want it to be – full of activity or laid-back and easy going- in the right balance. The choice is yours!
If you need any information or guidance, you can contact the Welcome Office. We help all newcomers and immigrants. We provide general guidance and give advise on how you can settle in the city on a step by step basis. Our low-threshold service is free of charge and our drop-in service does not require an appointment. We can also advise by phone, email, chat or make an appointment with you remotely.
Drop-in timetable:
We offer you information on, for example:
- immigration issues
- working life
- language courses
- the services of public agencies
- Finnish society in general
- leisure activities.
In addition to those who have moved to the country, the Welcome Office also provides guidance to various actors, organizations and employers, education facilitators in the region, the third sector and projects.
We offer you information on, for example:
- immigration issues
- working life
- language courses
- the services of public agencies
- Finnish society in general
- leisure activities.
In addition to those who have moved to the country, the Welcome Office also provides guidance to various actors, organizations and employers, education facilitators in the region, the third sector and projects.
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Information about moving to Vaasa
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Information about housing in Vaasa
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Information about local healtcare and support services
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Information about services for children and youths.
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Information about local education
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Information about local services work and entrpreurship
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City of Vaasa homepage
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Welcome Office
Neuvonta ja ohjauspalveluita Vaasassa tuottaa Welcome Office
