Finland's Mission in The United Kingdom

Embassy of Finland, London

Honorary consulates (Opens New Window) complement Finland's network of missions abroad. 

Current affairs

Changes in travelling to UK from 2nd April 2025

As of April 2025, all travellers to UK will have to obtain a visa or ETA (electronic travel authorisation) prior to entering the country.

County elections and municipal elections to take place in April

Finland’s county elections and municipal elections will be held simultaneously on Sunday 13 April 2025. The advance voting period abroad will be from 2 to 5 April 2025, but for practical reasons many advance polling stations will be open for a shorter period.

News | 21.3.2025 |

Possibility to apply passport in Edinburgh on 4 April 2025

Press releases | 12.3.2025 | Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

This is FINLAND Magazine 2025–26: Moomins’ anniversary, local food and peacebuilding

Speeches | 4.3.2025 | Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

Speech by Minister Valtonen in London, at an event hosted by Chatham House

Press releases | 3.3.2025 | Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

Finland to host high-level event on artificial intelligence and international security

Press releases | 28.2.2025 | Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen to visit Ireland and the United Kingdom

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Travelling abroad

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24/7 service (no visa enquiries)

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Assistance of Finnish nationals in distress abroad. No visa enquiries, visa matters are not urgent 24/7 service issues. Phone calls will be recorded.