Welcome Hub
New to Haugalandet? Welcome Hub Haugalandet helps you settle into this vibrant region on Norway’s west coast. We bring together useful information, events, job support, and social spaces — so you and your loved ones can build a good life here and discover what makes this region special.
Making Haugalandet feel like home
Planning your move
Considering a move to Haugalandet? Here’s what you need to know before you arrive, from residence and work permits to job hunting and finding your dream home.
After arriving
From ID numbers and healthcare to opening a bank account and learning Norwegian, here’s some practical essentials to help you settle into everyday life.
Life at Haugalandet
Looking for things to do or people to meet? Discover what Haugalandet has to offer, from nature and food to community and culture – making this region a great place to live.
Upcoming events
December 2025
Language Café
Meet new people, practice the language and have fun together! The offer is free and open to everyone, regardless of Norwegian level.
MINGEL x Welcome Hub Haugalandet
Join us at MINGEL on Thursday December 4.
Language Café
Meet new people, practice the language and have fun together! The offer is free and open to everyone, regardless of Norwegian level.
Language Café
Meet new people, practice the language and have fun together! The offer is free and open to everyone, regardless of Norwegian level.
Coming soon: Coffee Mingel
New to Haugalandet – or just curious to meet new people?
Join us at Haugesund Public Library for Coffee Mingel! It’s an informal get-together where newcomers, internationals and locals can meet, share experiences and enjoy a coffee together. No registration needed – just drop by and stay as long as you like.
Got questions about living or working in Haugalandet?
We’ll be there too, ready to answer your questions about living and working in Haugalandet, or simply to chat about everyday life. Can’t make it? Get in touch, and we’ll help you by email or arrange a meeting at a time that works for you.
Become a member of Welcome Hub Haugalandet
As a member, you’ll get our newsletter straight to your inbox, with updates on upcoming events and useful information.
Looking for a job, or helping your partner settle into the local job market? You can also upload your CV, and we’ll be happy to support your job search.
Become a member of Welcome Hub Haugalandet today and stay in the loop!
Latest news
Towards a more attractive Norway
This week, representatives from business, academia and the public sector gathered in Oslo to discuss how Norway can strengthen its position in the global competition for talent. The discussions took place first at the conference “Taper vi kampen om de beste hodene?“ (“Are we losing the race for the best minds?”), hosted by NHO, Abelia and the Oslo Region, and continued at the meeting of the national Talent Attraction and Retention Network of Norway.
Talent meeting in Bologna: International co-operation for local talent work
Representatives from across Europe met in Bologna on 28-30 October to share experiences on how regions can attract, include and retain international talent. The gathering in Italy provides new inspiration for efforts to strengthen Haugalandet as an attractive region to live and work in – and a place where people want to stay.
Welcome Mingel brought together locals and newcomers to Haugalandet
On Thursday 21 August, Haugaland Vekst and Haugesund Municipality hosted a Welcome Mingel – a social afternoon with a city walk, raffles and new acquaintances. More than 80 people signed up, including fresh students, graduates, newcomers and permanent residents.
All your new friends are here. You should come too.
Mingel is a monthly, informal after-work concept for anyone who wants to mingle, expand their social circle and get to know the business community in Haugalandet.
Our partners
Does your company or organisation want to help international talent feel welcome and thrive in Haugalandet? Join us!
