Helsinki is the Capital of Finland and home to about 1.5 million inhabitants. Founded in 1550 by King Gustav Vasa from Sweden, this city has been the meeting point between Eastern and Western European traditions for centuries. Currently, Helsinki is considered one of the world's most livable cities. The Helsinki region includes the capital city, metropolitan area, and further- flung towns and cities. Here, nature trails and city life coexist. Also, across the city you will find your self overflowing with great restaurants, cute design shops, amazing museums, and unique architecture.

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You will not need a travel visa for entering Finland if you are a citizen of a Nordic country or a national of an EU Member State. In addition, you do not require a visa if you are a citizen of a visa-free country and have a valid passport or an equivalent travel document.

Please visit the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland to check your specific entry requirements.

Due to the Covid 19 Pandemic, there are additional special entry requirements for entering Finland. We encourage you to visit the official website of the Government of Finland for more information about specific Covid-19 related travel requirements.

CompCom 2022 will be held at the University of Helsinki, Finland's oldest, largest, and best- ranked research university. Currently, the University of Helsinki comprises more than 40,000 students and researchers on four campuses. Since 1640, this University has contributed to establishing a fair and equal society that is considered by many the happiest in the world.

The University of Helsinki is internationally recognized for its high-quality teaching, research, and innovation. As one of the world's top 1% research universities, it believes that the power of thought can change attitudes, people, and society. The University of Helsinki ranks in the 50-100 range in all international university rankings. On average, it places among the top 30 European universities and the top 4 of the Nordic universities. Besides, the University's 11 faculties are home to many departments and accommodate several independent research-oriented institutes and multidisciplinary research networks.

Our meetings will take place in the City Centre Campus, situated n the heart of Helsinki. This multidisciplinary campus is the largest of the University of Helsinki, with approximately 17 000 students. The City Centre Campus is formed by the Faculty of Behavioural Sciences, the Faculty of Arts, the Faculty of Theology, the Faculty of Law, the Faculty of Social Sciences, and the Swedish School of Social Science. The campus also has several independent institutes in various fields ranging from the humanities and social sciences to the natural sciences.

Because of its great location, this campus offers a broad range of services and famous attractions within proximity. Additionally, the City Centre Campus is home to Think Corner, an open forum and coworking center, a forum for science and research, the Museum of Natural History, the exhibition of Helsinki University Museum on the third floor of the University's Main Building, the Helsinki Observatory on Tähtitorninmäki Hill as well as the Botanic Garden in Kaisaniemi.

We remind you that the City Centre Campus is spread along a large area of the center of Helsinki. Most university buildings are near Fabianinkatu and Unioninkatu, but some are farther. So, be sure to check your building's address before visiting.

The University of Helsinki offers a variety of venues and services for online and offline events. For offline events, the University has several facilities on four campuses in Helsinki, ranging from teamwork spaces to a 700-person auditorium. In particular, the city center campus includes multiple buildings with lecture halls that were already in use in the 19th Century. You can find more information about all services and facilities available on the website of the University of Helsinki.

Providing an accessible environment where everyone can engage equally irrespective of their characteristics related to sight, hearing, movement, age, or learning difficulties is of utmost importance for CompCom. Furthermore, the University of Helsinki is committed to providing a suitable environment for all, regardless of their ability to move and function. So, please get in touch with us at ica2022compcomm@gmail.com if you require any special needs related to accessibility to make sure your needs are considered during our event.