Due to the prevailing emergency conditions based on the Emergency Powers Act, the Government has decided to restrict traffic at Finland’s external borders starting on Thursday 19 March at 00.00. Finns travelling abroad are encouraged to return to Finland as soon as possible.

We have put together frequently asked questions with answers about travel and coronavirus.

Owing to the coronavirus outbreak, Finland, in line with the rest of the Schengen countries, has suspended the reception of normal visa applications in Finland’s missions with immediate effect from 19 March until further notice.

In case of an emergency Finnish citizens can call +358 9 1605 5555 or send email [email protected] In urgent passports matters Finnish citizens can contact the Embassy by email [email protected] or by phone +20 2 2586 9000.