TyöHäme’s International Business Advisory offers free guidance for international residents across the TyöHäme employment area. The service is intended for people considering entrepreneurship, new entrepreneurs and existing business owners.

Our advisors can help you understand how entrepreneurship works in Finland and support you at different stages of your business journey. We offer guidance on topics such as:

• Business planning
• Choosing a company form
• Applying for start-up grants
• Understanding social security and employer obligations
• Business development and growth

The advisory service is free of charge and tailored to your individual situation. If needed, we can also guide you to other expert services and support available in the region.

How to get guidance:

Forssa (Business Coordinator Servet Parlak):

• Tuesday: Non-stop service without an appointment at Virtaamo (Säästöpankinkatu 2) from 13:00 to 16:00

Hämeenlinna (Business Advisor Oscar Shemari):

• Monday and Tuesday: Telephone service from 9:00 to 12:00 and from 13:00 to 16:00. Appointments are also available.
• Wednesday: Non-stop service without an appointment at Kastelli (Wetterhoffinkatu 2) from 10:00 to 12:00 and from 13:00 to 15:30.
• Thursday: By appointment from 9:00 to 12:00. In addition, outreach business advisory services from from 13:00 to 17:00.
• Friday: By appointment from 9:00 to 17:00.

Appointments for personal advisory meetings and company visits can be booked by phone at +358 40 778 8927 or by email at oscar.shemari@hameenlinna.fi.