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.
A softer landing in Haugalandet
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 in 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.
This year’s Welcome Mingel is coming up!
Join us for a social city walk, Thursday August 20
Welcome to a social and informal walking tour through Haugesund city centre together with Nils Konrad Bua, mayor of Haugesund – whether you’re new to the area or just curious to meet new people!
What is Mingel?
Ambassador?
If you think the concept sounds exciting and want to help expand it, or if you have ideas for fun activities to help newcomers to the region connect, we’d be happy to hear from you.
Upcoming events
August 2026
Welcome Mingel
Join us for Welcome Mingel and a city walk in Haugesund – whether you’re a newcomer to Haugalandet, you’re a student, or you’ve always lived here!
Coffee Mingel
Drop-in at Haugesund Public Library on Tuesdays, 10:00-12:00! Got questions about living or working in Haugalandet, or just curious to meet new people?
Norwegian Language Café
Meet new people, practice the language and have fun together! The offer is free and open to everyone, regardless of Norwegian level.
Coffee Mingel
Drop-in at Haugesund Public Library on Tuesdays, 10:00-12:00! Got questions about living or working in Haugalandet, or just curious to meet new people?
Norwegian 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 Helse Fonna
Join our monthly afterwork, meet new people and find out what’s happening in the region. Welcome to Mingel x Helse Fonna on Thursday September 3!
Coffee Mingel
Drop-in at Haugesund Public Library on Tuesdays, 10:00-12:00! Got questions about living or working in Haugalandet, or just curious to meet new people?
Norwegian Language Café
Meet new people, practice the language and have fun together! The offer is free and open to everyone, regardless of Norwegian level.
Coffee Mingel
Drop-in at Haugesund Public Library on Tuesdays, 10:00-12:00! Got questions about living or working in Haugalandet, or just curious to meet new people?
Norwegian Language Café
Meet new people, practice the language and have fun together! The offer is free and open to everyone, regardless of Norwegian level.
Explore job and career opportunities at the Career Fair
Are you a jobseeker, a newcomer, a student, or simply curious about career opportunities in the region? Come and meet over 100 exhibitors from across Haugalandet at this year’s career fair, Tuesday September 22!
Norwegian Language Café
Meet new people, practice the language and have fun together! The offer is free and open to everyone, regardless of Norwegian level.
Coffee Mingel
Drop-in at Haugesund Public Library on Tuesdays, 10:00-12:00! Got questions about living or working in Haugalandet, or just curious to meet new people?
Norwegian 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 Tysværtunet Kulturhus
Join our monthly afterwork, meet new people and find out what’s happening in the region. Welcome to Mingel x Tysværtunet Kulturhus on Thursday October 1!
Coffee Mingel
Drop-in at Haugesund Public Library on Tuesdays, 10:00-12:00! Got questions about living or working in Haugalandet, or just curious to meet new people?
Norwegian Language Café
Meet new people, practice the language and have fun together! The offer is free and open to everyone, regardless of Norwegian level.
Coffee Mingel
Drop-in at Haugesund Public Library on Tuesdays, 10:00-12:00! Got questions about living or working in Haugalandet, or just curious to meet new people?
Norwegian Language Café
Meet new people, practice the language and have fun together! The offer is free and open to everyone, regardless of Norwegian level.
Coffee Mingel
Drop-in at Haugesund Public Library on Tuesdays, 10:00-12:00! Got questions about living or working in Haugalandet, or just curious to meet new people?
Norwegian Language Café
Meet new people, practice the language and have fun together! The offer is free and open to everyone, regardless of Norwegian level.
Meet Talentsamarbeidet at the Career Fair in Haugesund
Are you a student or a jobseeker? Join Talentsamarbeidet’s career fair on Thursday October 22 and get to know the business community in Haugalandet better!
Coffee Mingel
Drop-in at Haugesund Public Library on Tuesdays, 10:00-12:00! Got questions about living or working in Haugalandet, or just curious to meet new people?
Norwegian Language Café
Meet new people, practice the language and have fun together! The offer is free and open to everyone, regardless of Norwegian level.
Coffee Mingel
Got questions about living or working in Haugalandet, or just curious to meet new people?
Join us at Haugesund Public Library for Coffee Mingel on Tuesdays, 10:00-12:00! 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.
Job helper
We’re here to help you on your way to your dream job in Haugalandet. We also assist your partner in getting a job!
Latest news
From a hotel job to an engineering role
Language, networks and persistence were key themes when professionals and international newcomers shared experiences from working life in Haugalandet during Mingel x Mangfoldsfest on Wednesday June 10.
International job fair in the Netherlands: Many look to Norway
This weekend, Haugaland Vekst participated in Emigration Expo in Utrecht – Europe’s largest fair for working and living abroad. This year’s participation confirms the strong interest in south-west Norway, and that Haugalandet has much to offer those seeking a new life in Norway.
Opened the doors for the first Mingel in Tysvær
On Thursday, March 5, Tysvær municipality hosted their very first Mingel – at the new Frakkagjerd Secondary School. The evening brought together both new and familiar faces for pizza, presentations and playful competitions in the school’s impressive facilities.
Single Mingel hit the mark: – We had to close the registration
When Haugaland Vekst invited to Single Mingel in connection with Valentine’s Day, the response was so great that the event had to be moved and registration closed. – Whether people find love, new friends or just have a nice evening, we have succeeded, says Veslemøy Heggen at Haugaland Vekst.
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!
