The Ambassador Now Explains the Situation in the United Arab Emirates
The Finnish ambassador in the United Arab Emirates, Tuula Yrjölä, reports a serious security situation amidst ongoing conflict involving Iran, with significant missile strikes affecting the region.
Authorities will primarily send mail to Suomi.fi in April – watch the instructional video on how to use the service
Starting in April, Finnish citizens will receive official communications primarily in electronic form through the Suomi.fi service.
SYKE survey: Finns hope for ambitious climate and energy policy
A recent survey indicates that Finnish citizens heavily support ambitious climate and energy policies aimed at combating climate change, while also prioritizing national security and cost-effectiveness.
Do you suspect that your information has leaked in the Viking Line breach? Here’s how to check it immediately
Finnish citizens can now check if their personal data has leaked online following a data breach involving Viking Line customer information.
This is a right that many Finns do not realize they can utilize - It can save clear money
Finnish citizens can buy assistance from private service providers tax-free if their functional ability is reduced due to age or illness, yet many are unaware of their rights.
Minister Wille Rydman urges saving for old age on Ykkösaamu
Finnish Social Affairs and Health Minister Wille Rydman emphasizes the importance of personal savings for old age while dismissing claims about declining autonomy for elderly citizens.
The Tax Authority threatens Finns returning from Dubai - Here's what it's about
Finnish tax authorities are warning citizens who are returning from Dubai that their tax liabilities may change upon their return to Finland.
Finnish citizens return from the Middle East – Finnair organized an extra flight
Finnair operated an additional flight from Muscat, Oman, to Helsinki to accommodate Finnish citizens returning home amidst flight cancellations.
New Types of Scam Calls in Finland – Police: The Call Should be Ended
Finnish citizens are receiving scam calls disguised as calls from the police, warning them to hang up immediately.
Middle East repatriation flight lands at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
A repatriation flight organized by the Finnish Foreign Ministry has arrived from Oman, bringing Finnish citizens back to Finland.
Repatriation flight on its way to Finland
A repatriation flight organized by the Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs has departed from Muscat, Oman, to bring Finnish citizens home from the United Arab Emirates.
Finns stuck in crisis area – the embassy arranged buses
The Finnish embassy in Doha assisted Finnish citizens in departing from a crisis area by organizing bus transportation to Saudi Arabia.
Sweden repatriated Finns from the Middle East - here is the price
Sweden conducted a repatriation flight for Finnish citizens from the Middle East, highlighting the cost and significant demand for spots on the flight.
Finnish citizens arrived from the Middle East on a repatriation flight organized by the Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs
A repatriation flight from the Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs brought nearly 180 Swedish and some Finnish citizens to Arlanda Airport from the Middle East.
The repatriation flight organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is scheduled to depart today
The Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs is organizing a repatriation flight for citizens in Muscat, Oman, today, with approximately 350 individuals having officially registered for only 160 available seats.
Announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Finns in the Middle East: Here's how you can get home
Finnish citizens in the Middle East can utilize repatriation flights organized by other countries to return home, as announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Embassy arranges bus transport for Finns out of Qatar - Pia: "There are a lot of people stuck here"
Finnish citizens stranded in Qatar were transported via bus to Saudi Arabia as arranged by the Finnish embassy in Doha.
40 Finns were assisted out of Doha
Forty Finnish citizens were assisted by their embassy to travel from Doha, Qatar to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia amid transportation difficulties.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Families with children prioritized for repatriation flight
The Finnish Foreign Minister announced that about 350 citizens registered for a repatriation flight from the Middle East, with priority given to families with children and vulnerable individuals due to limited seating.
Warning from the authorities: Do not open this file on your phone under any circumstances
Finnish authorities warn citizens not to open potentially harmful email attachments disguised as official communications, which could compromise mobile devices.
Direct words from Finns stranded in Dubai: 'Basically left to fend for ourselves'
Finnish citizens stranded in the UAE are expressing their frustration at the lack of assistance from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Finnair.
600 Want to Go Home – 160 Seats on the Foreign Ministry's Repatriation Flight
The Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs is organizing a repatriation flight for citizens in the United Arab Emirates with 160 available seats.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Evacuation flight from the Middle East departs on Sunday
The Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced an evacuation flight for Finnish citizens wishing to leave the Middle East, scheduled for Sunday, with high ticket prices raising concerns.
Finnish people in Dubai criticize the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' actions regarding evacuations
A group of Finnish citizens in Dubai is demanding expedited evacuation due to unsatisfactory responses from the Finnish authorities compared to other countries.
Finnish Nationals Stuck in the Middle East Wonder About the Foreign Ministry's Announcement: 'What Reality Are You Living In?'
Finnish citizens stranded in the Middle East express confusion over the high cost of a charter flight organized by the Foreign Ministry to return them home.
Stubb spoke with the Sheikh
Finland's President Alexander Stubb spoke on the phone with Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed al-Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates regarding recent Iranian attacks and the safety of Finnish citizens in the UAE.
Finnish Nationals Stranded in the Middle East – Here's How the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is Helping
The Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs is assisting over 3,000 Finnish citizens stranded in the Middle East, primarily in the UAE, by organizing charter flights back home amid ongoing regional instability.
Parliament Discusses Flaws in Social and Health Services – Watch the Live Broadcast Starting at 1:55 PM
The Finnish Parliament is set to discuss the organization of citizens' social and health services, with Prime Minister Petteri Orpo providing a statement on the matter.
Finland sends a consular team to assist Finns in the Persian Gulf
Finland's Foreign Ministry is dispatching a consular team to the Persian Gulf to provide assistance to Finnish citizens, initially in the United Arab Emirates, as announced by Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen on social media.
Opportunity for Finns: Supo is looking for Russian and Chinese speakers without prior experience in espionage
The Finnish Security Intelligence Service (Supo) is actively seeking Finnish citizens with language skills in Russian or Chinese to take on roles in human intelligence gathering.
Holiday trip turned into a nightmare - Finns stranded in the United Arab Emirates: "Eerie atmosphere"
Many Finns are currently stranded in the United Arab Emirates as Finnair suspends flights due to heightened security concerns in the Middle East.
FM: Missile strikes hit Finnish hotels
Missile strikes in the Middle East have reportedly hit hotels where Finnish citizens are staying, although there are currently no known injuries among them.
STT: Missiles Have Hit Finnish Hotels in the Middle East
No Finns have been injured in missile strikes targeting hotels housing them in the Middle East, according to the Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Gitanas NausÄ—da discussed the situation in the Middle East with the Presidents of Poland and Finland
Lithuanian President Gitanas NausÄ—da held discussions with his Polish and Finnish counterparts regarding the safety of their citizens in the Middle East amid rising regional tensions.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Over 2,600 Finns are stranded in the Middle East crisis area
Currently, over 2,600 Finnish citizens are reported to be in the Middle East due to the recent armed conflict.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs updated travel advisories: 'Actively seek alternatives for leaving the country'
The Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs has updated its travel advisory for Iran, urging citizens to consider the necessity of their stay and seek ways to leave the country due to ongoing airstrikes and escalating security concerns.
Finnish People Caught in Missile Attacks in the United Arab Emirates
Finnish citizens currently in the United Arab Emirates are caught amidst missile attacks from Iran, particularly affecting Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Elina Valtonen's warning to Finnish citizens in the Persian Gulf region
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen has issued a warning to Finnish citizens in the Persian Gulf, advising them to stay safe and follow local authorities' guidelines amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.
USU: Finns give Stubb a grade of 8.3
Finnish citizens express satisfaction with President Alexander Stubb, giving him an average grade of 8.3 according to a recent survey.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises avoiding unnecessary travel to Israel
The Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs has updated its travel advice for Israel, urging citizens to refrain from unnecessary travel due to heightened tensions in the Middle East.
Citizens' initiative to reduce VAT on repair services progresses to Parliament
A citizens' initiative demanding a reduction in VAT on repair services has gathered the necessary support and is moving forward to be processed by the Finnish Parliament.
Statistics Released: Finns Are Cruising More Enthusiastically Than Before
Last year, Finnish citizens made approximately 7.75 million trips abroad, with a significant portion done via cruise ships.
If you are on this list, act immediately – otherwise, you may be declared dead next month
The Digi- ja väestötietovirasto has released a list of Finnish citizens over 100 years old, urging them to confirm their information by March 24, or risk being declared dead due to lack of documentation.
The situation in Mexico is escalating - a new message from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Finns
The situation in Mexico has intensified, leading to the deaths of 25 National Guard soldiers and prompting the Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs to advise citizens to stay safe.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Situation may escalate further in Mexico
The Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs warns citizens in Mexico to follow local authority updates due to escalating violence after the military killed a powerful drug cartel leader.
The Ministry for Foreign Affairs updated the travel advisory for Iran
The Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs has updated travel advisories for Iran due to rapidly changing safety conditions and recommends citizens to consider leaving the country.
Countries Urge to Leave Iran - Finland's Foreign Ministry Considering the Same
Finland's Foreign Ministry is contemplating changing the travel advisory for Iran as tensions escalate, urging Finnish citizens to reconsider their presence in the country.
Jammers will become illegal
The Finnish government plans to outlaw radio jamming devices known as jammers, making their possession illegal for ordinary citizens.
Harsh greetings from Virta to Rydman: 'Many are afraid'
Sofia Virta criticized Wille Rydman’s appointment as Minister of Social Services and Health, warning that many Finnish citizens are losing trust in social and health services.
The Parliament Rejected the Citizens' Initiative for Legalizing Cannabis 145-18
The Finnish Parliament voted 145-18 to reject a citizens' initiative to legalize cannabis, following the recommendations of its legal committee.