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How to adapt faster in Estonia?
Find the answers and help us improve the guide.
The Guide to Adjusting to Life in Estonia is a practical handbook designed to help you understand local customs, culture, and daily life. This guide was created by the Association of Estonian Cities and Municipalities and is available in Estonian, English, and Russian.
Your personal experience helps us make a real difference! Help us improve this guide, as your voice matters most. Your feedback is essential to making settling into Haapsalu and the rest of Estonia easier and more welcoming for everyone.
Please share your thoughts by March 25, 2026.
Support for adaptation
Support throughout the adaptation journey
Estonian Language and Culture
We help you learn Estonian and Estonian culture. And create opportunities to practice Estonian in everyday life.
Collaboration
We foster collaboration by sharing knowledge, exchanging experiences, and implementing best practices.
Cultural Diversity
Everyone has the right to preserve their national culture. We also share personal stories of people’s journeys to Estonia.
Communities
Support for communities in integration. We involve community members and people of different nationalities in our activities.
Services
Adjusting can be challenging: talk to a specialist or take part in programs. We offer personal and psychological support.
Health and Well-being
Health, balance, and the joy of movement. Discover well-being paths in your hometown Haapsalu.
Julia Gurjeva
Integration Coordinator
julia.gurjeva (at) haapsalulv.ee
Meetings in person
Haapsalu City Government
Posti 34, Haapsalu (Room 5)
Meeting times
Monday
10.00–12.00 · 13.00–16.00
Thursday
10.00–12.00 · 13.00–16.00
Maire Vilbas
Community Work Specialist
Haapsalu City Government
Posti 34, Haapsalu
