Rights and obligations in the workplace in Finland

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Have you moved to Finland and would you like to find out more about the rules of the Finnish workplace?

Welcome to the English-language online webinar ‘Know Your Rights at Work in Finland’ on Tuesday 10 November 2026 at 15:00–16:00 on Microsoft Teams.

In this webinar, an occupational health and safety expert will discuss employees’ rights and responsibilities in Finland. Topics covered include employment contracts, working hours, annual leave, employees’ rights and responsibilities, and the differences between self-employment and employment.

At the end of the event, there will be an opportunity to ask general questions.

Please register by 9 November

If you are unable to attend, you can find further information on this topic at tyosuojelu.fi.

International  
Kotka-Hamina

International Kotka-Hamina is a joint website for five municipalities in Etelä-Kymenlaakso: Kotka, Hamina, Pyhtää, Virolahti, and Miehikkälä.

The website has been developed in cooperation with Kotka-Hamina regional development company Cursor Oy and the EU co-funded (ESR+) Kareva project in 2025–2026.

The website is maintained by the City of Kotka.

Guidance and counselling for immigrants

Guidance and counselling for immigrants service assists all immigrants with matters related to immigration and integration, regardless of how long they have been in Finland or on what grounds they are residing in the country

Karhula (Kyminlinnantie 6) 
From Monday to Thursday 8:00–16:00 
Friday 8:00–15:00

Hamina (Rauhankatu 8 ) 
(Access via the inner courtyard, Staircase B)
Tuesdays 8:00–11:00 and 12:00–15:30

moona@kotka.fi

+358 5 234 4171