Starting a business

Are you considering entrepreneurship or developing your business idea? We offer comprehensive services for aspiring entrepreneurs to help you take the first steps toward a successful business.

We provide, among others, the following services:

• Personal Business Advisory: Our service is personal, confidential, and free of charge for those planning to become entrepreneurs. We support you in developing your business idea and starting operations, as well as beyond. Book an appointment for personal consultation!
• Start-Up Info Sessions: Get essential information about entrepreneurship and starting a business. These events are an excellent way to learn about the opportunities and responsibilities of entrepreneurship.

Contact Turku employment region's telephone service for more information: Contact details of the Turku em­ploy­ment region.

Light entrepreneurship is a way of working as an entrepreneur without your own company or business ID. Light entrepreneurs operate in an entrepreneurial manner but invoice their customers through an invoicing service, which manages tasks such as invoicing, payroll and taxes.

Light entrepreneurship is particularly suitable for freelance workers and those who want to try entrepreneurship without any major risks. It is a flexible option that allows you to earn money in various professions, from creative industries to technical services. While the invoicing service manages many of the obligations in light entrepreneurship, the light entrepreneur remains responsible for their business and customer acquisition.
 

If you are an entrepreneur or self-employed, the provisions on unemployment security differ from those for wage earners.

Read more on the Job Market Finland website: Unemployment security for entrepreneurs and self-employed persons

The start-up grant provides new entrepreneurs with financial support during the early stages of their business. It is designed to support the entrepreneur’s livelihood when their business is just starting and not yet generating sufficient income. Start-up grant applications are open to new entrepreneurs, individuals transitioning from paid employment to self-employment, and others.

To receive a start-up grant, entrepreneurs need a realistic business plan and sufficient ability to run a profitable business. The grant enables entrepreneurs to focus on building and growing their business without the immediate pressure of covering living expenses.