On this website
We are here to assist you in establishing a fulfilling life in Finland. Furthermore, if you are residing in Helsinki without a legal right of residence and municipality, we will assist you in accessing essential social welfare services.
We are here to provide support and assistance if you are currently experiencing or suspect that you are a victim of human trafficking. Our primary goal is to ensure your safety and well-being.
Special Services for Immigrants, Kalasatama Health and Well-being Centre
Visiting address:
Työpajankatu 14 A,
00580
Helsinki
Opening hours:
Service without an appointment:
– Mon-Fri 8.15-16.00
– Sat-Sun closed
Useful information elsewhere
InfoFinland is your source of information for moving and living in Finland. Find all the information you need about employment, education, residence permits, housing and daily life in Finland. Information is available in several languages.
Learning Finnish is an important part of integration. To help you with this process, FinnishCourses.fi provides a platform where you can explore and discover Finnish language courses offered by various institutions.
The website of the Finnish Immigration Service serves as a valuable resource for information regarding residence permit applications, processing procedures, as well as asylum applications and their subsequent processing.
A collection of informative videos is available in various languages, providing valuable insights into the application process for residence permits, work permits, job opportunities, studying in Finland, and understanding Finnish legislation.
The Finnish Refugee Council is the largest expert organisation in Finland specialising in refugee matters. The organisation arranges various training events.
On the Tienoo.fi website you can find videos in different languages on topics such as work, government services, living, transport, health, young people and emergency situations.
The PALOMA Center of Expertise of THL, the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare, enhances the mental health of people from a refugee background.
The Blue Ribbon Foundation has compiled this illustrated guide covering the services intended for the unhoused provided by organisations in the Helsinki Metropolitan Area.
Foodaid.fi is a common notice board for food aid distributors. On the website, you can find up-to-date information on food aid events and community meals in your chosen region.
Our emergency housing services can provide you with a place to sleep for one night at a time or over the weekend.
The Kotoutumisentukena.fi website is intended for people who work to promote integration. You can look for and add low-threshold activities that support the integration of migrants.
Here, you will find comprehensive information about the City of Helsinki's services and support specifically related to the situation in Ukraine. In addition to our own services, we have compiled a list of essential resources and links to key services.
You can also find this page at hel.fi/for-immigrants.