Refugees and asylum seekers whose residence permit applications have been approved get their initial health care services from the Immigrant Services for a period of up to three years. Ingrian returnees receive guidance about health care services and get a medical check-up from a public health nurse.

The following family and social services are available at the Immigration Office: reception services, open welfare social work for adults and families with children, integration services, help with the family reuniting process, help with the remigration process and guidance in normal services.