Last updated on May 4th, 2025

Travel Advisory for Travel to the US

Finland has issued a travel advisory for travel to the US. The following countries have also issued an advisory for travel to the United States: Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, Denmark, Belgium, France, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Venezuela and China.

Visit Finland – Plan Your Trip

Best Time to Visit Finland

The summer months of June, July and August are the best time to visit Finland, because it is located so far north.

Favorite Foods of Finland

Salmiakki (salty licorice)
Savustettua lohta (smoked salmon)
Ruisleipä (rye bread)
Korvapuusti (cinnamon bun)
Karjalanpiirakka (Karelian pie made from pastry filled with rice porridge)
Leipäjuusto (squeaky cheese bread)
Uudet perunat ja silli (spring potatoes and pickled herring)
Poronkäristys (sautéed reindeer)
Lohikeitto (salmon soup)
Paistetut muikut (fried whitefish)
Lihapiirakka (meat pie)

Finland – Visa Requirements

Finland participates in the Schengen Zone and Schengen Visa requirements. There are no border inspections by rail or vehicle when traveling from Finland to Sweden, Norway or Estonia. Some countries that are not members of the Schengen Zone require a Schengen Visa to enter Europe. Exemptions include citizens of Australia, Canada, Mexico, Japan, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States. Refer to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Finland or check your specific country at VisaHQ. For a list of exempt countries, visit Project Visa.

Finland – Currency

Finland uses the Euro for its currency, but the countries of Russia and Sweden on its borders do not.

Visit Finland – Electrical Adapters

The Europlug Type C electrical adapter is what you will need to keep your phones and cameras charged when you Visit Finland. Your electrical adapter for Finland will work in most European countries.