3. Entry into Finland from other countries (external border traffic)
What countries and regions does this apply to?
This section applies to entry in Finland from all countries not previously listed above, such as Russia, the United Kingdom, the United States and Turkey.
What are the requirements for entry?
Entry into Finland is allowed for passengers arriving from these countries if they meet the general entry requirements and the requirements listed below.
Person may be granted entry into Finland from any country if they present
โข a certificate of a complete and valid vaccination series. At least 7 days must have passed since the last vaccine dose has been received OR
โข a single certificate that the person has recovered from covid-19 virus and has gotten one dose of valid vaccine. It is equated to a complete covid-19 vaccination series. OR
โข EU digital COVID certificate that proves the person has recovered from covid-19 within 6 months.
All the above-mentioned requirements apply to persons born in 2006 or earlier.
The requirements above do not apply to Finnish citizens or permanent residents of Finland returning to Finland
(e.g. persons who have registered the right of residence in Finland or with a residence permit granted by Finland). Neither does the requirement apply to those who enter the country for a purpose listed below. The essential reason for travelling is always evaluated case by case during border controls carried out by the Finnish Border Guard.