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My Kokkola – Hometown that Looks like Me

Kokkola is becoming more international and increasingly multicultural.

My Kokkola is here to help you a new or future resident find the networks, career and education possibilities and services you need to build a life that looks like you in your new hometown.

On this site, we have put together information that can help you settle down in Kokkola.

Thank you for choosing Kokkola – Welcome on board!

Current

  • Learn Finnish or Swedish

    We made a list of all the Finnish- and Swedish-language teaching groups starting next in the Kokkola region.

    Current Language Courses
  • Welcome Office – on a low threshold

    Have you moved to Kokkola from abroad? The Welcome Office is here for you. We warmly welcome you!

    Welcome Office

Our stories

  • Ali

    Originally from Marrakesh, Morocco, Ali had planned to head to Canada for his studies. After hearing about Centria’s english-language programs, he changed his mind and his journey to Kokkola started.

  • Emmanuel

    Nigerian Emmanuel originally came to Kokkola for school. Now, he has lived in Kokkola for thirteen years.

  • Oksana

    Oksana never really thought she’d move to live in another country. Then, life happened.

  • Bashini

    Originally, Bashini had planned to continue her master’s studies in the United Kingdom. However, she wanted to go somewhere unique, and the final destination became Oulu, Finland. Now, she’s inKokkola.

My Kokkola – Our hometown through the eyes of Serah and Hawa

What makes Kokkola, in particular, a nice place to live? See Hawa and Serah’s tips on what is best about Kokkola.

Are you already familiar with Neristan, Kokkola’s charming old town, or the other great things that Kokkola has to offer?They say we have a fantastic sense of community and you can cycle everywhere. On the video, two women tell what they find best in Kokkola. (The video is spoken is in Finnish) Skip video: Are you already familiar with Neristan, Kokkola’s charming old town, or the other great things that Kokkola has to offer?They say we have a fantastic sense of community and you can cycle everywhere. On the video, two women tell what they find best in Kokkola. (The video is spoken is in Finnish)
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