Current affairs
10.2.2022
29.1.2022
Internal border control will end, restrictions on external border traffic will continue until 14 February
In line with the Government decision of 27 January, internal border control between Finland and all Schengen countries will end on 31 January. Restrictions on entry at Finland’s external borders will continue until 14 February.
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19.1.2022
11.1.2022
Advance voting in Finnish county elections 2022 in the UK
Finland’s county elections will be held on Sunday 23rd January 2022. The advance voting period will be in Finland 12th–18th January and abroad 12th–15th January 2022. Abroad, advance voting will be organized by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs in 96 places in 71 different countries.
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28.12.2021
Internal border control reinstated for traffic between Finland and all Schengen countries on 28 December — travellers are advised to check the guidelines
The Government decided to reintroduce internal border control at Finland’s borders starting on Tuesday 28 December. The Government decided on the new restrictions at its session on 28 December. The decision will remain in force until 16 January 2022.
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22.12.2021
Effects of COVID-19 pandemic on travel
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected tourism in many ways, and even experienced travellers may encounter unexpected situations. We recommend that you plan and find out about matters in advance to make sure that your journey proceeds as planned. The Consular Services of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs approaches travellers in a letter with a number of tips on how to cope in various situations.
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21.12.2021
17.12.2021
Restrictions on entry at Finland’s external borders to continue and health security measures to be tightened
In line with the Government decision of 16 December, the restrictions on entry at Finland’s external borders will continue and health security measures will be tightened as of 20 December. The decision will remain in force until 16 January 2022
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15.12.2021
Foreign Minister Haavisto to star the second season of the Finnish and British Embassies podcast
Hel-Lo! Climate Calling podcast will again feature fresh perspectives and solutions on climate issues from both British and Finnish experts. The podcast is part of the climate super autumn, the highlight of which is the COP26 summit in Glasgow held from October 31 until November 12.
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