Setting up your utilities

Getting hydro (electricity), gas/heating and water connected, what's usually included in rent, and realistic winter bills.

Key points to understand

Hydro (electricity), gas/heating, water — who pays

Hydro (electricity), gas/heating, water — who pays. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.

Setting up accounts before you move in

Setting up accounts before you move in. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.

Budgeting for higher heating bills in winter

Budgeting for higher heating bills in winter. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.

Practical tips

• Prepare your documents and translations in advance — most delays come from missing paperwork.
• Always note the office name, address, and a contact number before you go.
• Ask the community on MyHAbroad if you’re unsure — chances are someone has already been through it.