Travel advice for Finland

Australia advises normal precautions for Finland.

Exercise normal precautions in Finland, which remains very safe despite extremist threats and an elevated terrorism warning. Take extra care in central Helsinki in summer, particularly on trams, because groups of thieves target tourists. Drone warnings may be more frequent in eastern and southern Finland; follow Finnish authorities' instructions. Outside cities, medical facilities are sparse and ambulance waits longer; tick-borne encephalitis, borreliosis and strong seasonal allergies also pose risks.

Travel to Finland is generally safe when normal precautions are followed. Keep identity documents and wallets secure because travelers increasingly lose them, usually through carelessness rather than theft; a document needed to board an aircraft may have to be replaced with a temporary passport.

Exercise normal security precautions in Finland. Petty crime and bag snatching occur, particularly in tourist areas, transport hubs, hotels, restaurants and crowded places, including Helsinki’s main railway stations and Esplanadi Park. Be alert for terrorism and demonstrations, and follow local instructions. Airspace violations may disrupt flights and ferries, while winter driving is hazardous in rural and northern areas, and remote Arctic activities may face slow emergency responses.

Be alert in Finland, as terror attacks may occur without warning in crowded places and demonstrations can become violent. Although crime is relatively low, keep food and drinks in sight in nightlife venues, beware of theft and assault, and avoid open WiFi. Stay informed and follow official advice. Use authorised taxis or established ride services, and note that all narcotics are strictly prohibited and harshly punished.

Travel to Finland under normal precautions. Carry a valid identity card or passport, including for children, because a driving licence is not a travel document, and obtain travel insurance and a European Health Insurance Card. Check driving rules, buy medicines using an Estonian digital prescription, follow ferry and airline rules for children, and note that Estonian citizens can enter without a visa although Finland may change its conditions.

Germany advises normal precautions for Finland.

Hong Kong advises normal precautions for Finland.

Normal precautions apply, and Hungary considers Finland a safe destination. Crossings on the Finland Russia land border, at Haapasaari, Nuijamaa port and Santio, are closed, including for passengers, freight and diplomats. Crime risk is generally low, but alcohol-related problems may occur around nightlife venues. Passports or identity cards must remain valid through the final day, and visas are not required.

Take normal precautions. The terrorist threat is assessed as elevated, with a global risk of indiscriminate attacks on civilian targets, including places frequented by tourists and expatriates. Crime is relatively low, but safeguard valuables and report crime. Exercise caution when driving in winter because roads may be icy, and use winter or snow tyres from 1 December to 31 March.

Japan advises normal precautions for Finland.

Take normal precautions, but remain alert for possible terrorism and pickpocketing in tourist season, and follow local authorities. Do not cross closed border crossings with Russia because you may be arrested, and do not bring drugs. In Finnish winter sports areas, obey avalanche warnings; heavy snow can make roads impassable and suspend public transport, so use winter tyres in winter. Medical care is limited in Finland's far north.

Exercise normal precautions in Finland, where petty crime occurs and terrorist attacks cannot be ruled out. Driving can be hazardous because of icy roads, dark winter nights and reduced visibility; snow tyres are required from December through February and whenever roads are icy, and headlights must always be on. Avoid carrying large amounts of cash or wearing jewellery, and observe age and strength restrictions on alcohol purchases.

Exercise usual precautions, as no security reasons justify discouraging travel. Avoid staying in areas bordering Russia because of the geopolitical situation, and note that border crossings between Finland and Russia are closed. Guard against pickpocketing and other minor crime in crowded tourist areas, and maintain normal precautions against terrorism. Expect winter driving hazards, including darkness, black ice, road closures and wildlife collisions, and avalanche risk in mountainous areas.

Normal precautions apply, with no warning against travel, but all land border crossings with Russia are closed. Entry to areas close to the Russian border is controlled and requires a Finnish Border Guard permit, and maritime crossings at Haapasaari, Nuijamaa port and Santio are closed to leisure boating. Short visits may be visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period if passport and entry conditions are met.

United States advises normal precautions for Finland.