Current affairs

The Ministry for Foreign Affairs will phase in a new visa system during February and March 2020. After its introduction, visa applications can be processed efficiently, fast and reliably.

The Embassy of Finland's customer service will be closed on all Finnish and part of the Thai holidays during Christmas and New Year. Please check the Embassy's opening times during the holiday season here.

All Finnish missions abroad and organisations issuing visas, including the Border Guard, Finnish Customs and the Police, started to use the new EU visa sticker on 11 November 2019

Thailand has been taking the lead in the region in addressing issues regarding business and human rights, and the government has shown political commitment and willingness for a more open dialogue. However, the issues are not solved overnight. What is currently happening in Thailand regarding Responsible Business and Human Rights? Read the analysis by Ms. Leeni Toivanen, Junior Desk Officer, on the situation in Thailand.

Finland places great significance on promoting equality in the world, and wishes to thank those who are working towards this common goal. To express its gratitude, Finland will be presenting special recognition to individuals and groups around the globe who are committed to advancing inclusivity in society. The names of the first recipients from 16 countries are released today, with one of the honours going to Thailand.

How could children know what they want to be when they grow up, when the future professions don’t even exist yet? What is it that makes us humans different from computers? These and many other issues were discussed during the visit of the Finnish inventor and futurist Perttu Pölönen to Thailand.