Finland

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Phone Code

+358

Capital

Helsinki

Population

5.6 Million

Native Name

Suomi

Region

Europe

Northern Europe

Timezone

Eastern European Time

UTC+02:00

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Finland is a Nordic country and EU/Schengen/Eurozone member known for saunas, Northern Lights, midnight sun, design excellence (Marimekko, Iittala), lakes (188,000), and being the happiest country in the world (World Happiness Report). Helsinki, the capital, features modernist architecture, vibrant design scene, and waterfront Market Square. Visitors are drawn to Lapland's Santa Claus Village and winter activities, Northern Lights viewing, Helsinki's design district and Suomenlinna fortress (UNESCO site), Finnish Lakeland cottage experiences, midnight sun in summer, sauna culture, and Arctic wilderness. Finland offers unique Nordic experiences combining nature and innovation.

Visa Requirements for Finland

As a Schengen Area member, Finland follows standard Schengen visa policies. EU/EEA/Swiss citizens can enter with just a valid ID card or passport for unlimited stays. Citizens of the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and many other countries can enter visa-free for tourism or business stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area. Those requiring Schengen visas should apply through Finnish embassies or consulates (or other Schengen country missions), submitting completed application forms, passport photographs, travel itinerary, proof of accommodation, travel insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage), and proof of financial means. Processing typically takes 15 calendar days.

Common Visa Types

Visa-Free Entry (Schengen)

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period; applies to entire Schengen Area including Finland; passport must be valid 3 months beyond departure.

For tourism, business, conferences, visiting friends/family for US, UK, Australia, Canada, and other eligible nationalities.

EU/EEA/Swiss Entry

Unlimited stay; can enter with valid national ID card or passport; freedom of movement rights apply; can work without permit.

For EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens for tourism, work, residence, or any purpose without restrictions.

Schengen Visa (Type C)

Up to 90 days within 180-day period; valid for all Schengen countries; single, double, or multiple entry; processing 15 days.

For short-term stays including tourism, business, cultural events, conferences for nationalities requiring Schengen visa.

National Visa (Type D)

Beyond 90 days; requires specific purpose documentation; leads to residence permit; Finland-specific, though allows Schengen transit.

For long-term stays exceeding 90 days including work, study, family reunification, or residence in Finland.

Important Travel Information

Passport validity: Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen Area. Issued within last 10 years.

90/180 rule: Maximum 90 days in any 180-day period across entire Schengen Area, not just Finland.

Russian border: Finland shares long border with Russia. Some crossings closed. Verify current entry points if traveling from Russia.

Cities with missions

Where this country maintains embassies or consulates

Helsinki
Diplomatic Network

Finland Embassies Worldwide

Popular Destinations

Top destinations with verified missions

United Kingdom
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Hosted missions

Embassies in Finland

These foreign embassies and consulates are based here. Choose a mission to open its in-depth guide and contact details.

Germany

Finland

Helsinki
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United Kingdom

Finland

Helsinki
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United States

Finland

Helsinki
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