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Back to homepageDraft act on digital seal for visas sent out for comments
NordenBladet — The Ministry for Foreign Affairs has prepared a draft government proposal for amending the Aliens Act, which has now been sent out for comments. The comments are to be submitted by 18 January 2022.According to the proposal, a
Read MoreInternal border control to be reinstated for traffic between Finland and all Schengen countries on 28 December – check the entry guidelines!
NordenBladet — The Government decided to reintroduce internal border control at Finland’s borders starting on Tuesday 28 December. The Government will decide on the new restrictions at its session on Tuesday 28 December 2021. The decision will enter into force
Read MorePrime Minister’s Christmas greeting
NordenBladet — Christmas always seems to come by stealth in the middle of the busiest time of year. We rush to get our work done, to fix up the home and get it ready for the festivities. But what if
Read MoreEffects of COVID-19 pandemic on travel
NordenBladet — The COVID-19 pandemic has affected tourism in many ways, and even experienced travellers may encounter unexpected situations. We recommend that you plan and find out about matters in advance to make sure that your journey proceeds as planned.
Read MoreThis is how the right to vote is determined in county elections
NordenBladet — Finnish citizens who reside in a wellbeing services county and reach the age of 18 years on election day 23 January 2022 at the latest are entitled to vote in the county elections.In addition, those citizens of other
Read MoreEmergency brake to be introduced to tackle COVID-19 – aiming to slow down the spread of the epidemic
NordenBladet — The Government has issued a resolution on the adoption of the national emergency brake mechanism. In managing the COVID-19 epidemic, Finland has returned to extensive restrictions and recommendations which are guided by national legislation. The aim is to reduce,
Read MoreChanges in the administrative branch of the Ministry of the Interior at the turn of the year
NordenBladet — Amendments to legislation and decrees will enter into force at the beginning of 2022, of which the most important ones are explained in this release.Changes in police service fees: passport price falls, prices of other licences and permits
Read MoreFinland invests in fighting climate change in North Africa
NordenBladet — Finland will strengthen its role in the fight against climate change through an investment in a new partnership launched by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). The funding will be targeted at climate action in North
Read MoreFees charged by Emergency Services Academy and Emergency Response Centre Agency to change in 2022
NordenBladet — The Ministry of the Interior has issued decrees on the chargeable services of Pelastusopisto – Emergency Services Academy Finland and the Emergency Response Centre Agency. The decrees will enter into force on 1 January 2022.Fee for fire alarm
Read MoreCOVID-19 certificates issued outside the EU to be accepted as COVID-19 passports in Finland as of 23 December
NordenBladet — As of 23 December, COVID-19 certificates issued outside the EU will be accepted as COVID-19 passports in Finland. Operators in different sectors may check certificates issued outside the EU manually, without the COVID certificate reader application.Previously, Finland has
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