Current affairs
Finland to increase financial requirement for Schengen visas to EUR 50 per day of stay and introduce proof of sponsorship form concerning visa applicants
As of 1 January 2024, Finland will increase travellers' daily financial requirement to EUR 50 per day of stay. Finland will simultaneously introduce a proof of sponsorship and/or accommodation form, which will allow visa applicants to finance their visit using the funds of the inviting party.
Seamless travel - checklist of things to do before travelling
Finns are once again actively travelling abroad. Over the years, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs has been reminding travellers of things to take into account when travelling abroad to make sure their trip runs as smoothly as possible.
Presidential Elections 2024: Advanced Voting in Australia and New Zealand
Finland will hold its presidential elections on Sunday 28 January 2024. Advance voting will be possible in Australia and New Zealand from 17 to 19 January 2024. The election day for a possible second election (second round) will be 11 February 2024, and advance voting will be possible from 31 January to 2 February 2024.