Finland Travel Risk

Exercise normal precaution in Finland.

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Before you travel

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:

• see general advice for women travellers
• read our guide on disability and travel abroad
• see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
• read about safety for solo and independent travel
• see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad

Travel insurance

If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.

Terrorism

There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.

UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad.

Terrorism in Finland

Terrorist attacks in Finland cannot be ruled out.

Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places visited by foreign nationals.

Protecting your belongings

Pickpockets may target tourists in the tourist season in crowded areas. Take precautions and keep your personal belongings, passports and money safe.

Laws and cultural differences

Illegal drugs

Illegal drugs, including cannabis, are prohibited, even in small quantities. Severe penalties apply for possessing, using, buying or smuggling illegal drugs, including when transiting through airports. You should expect long jail sentences of up to 10 years and heavy fines.

Airports in Finland have excellent technology and security for detecting illegal items. This is also used to scan the baggage of transiting passengers.

Risk level

Finland - Take normal security precautions

Take normal security precautions in Finland.

Airspace violations and military debris

Objects from the armed conflict in Ukraine, including drones, have passed through Finnish airspace. Further incidents could occur.

There could be disruptions to movement and transportation, including:

• flight cancellations
• airspace closures
• ferry cancellations or ferry terminal closures

The Finnish Government maintains a public warning system. The system combines physical sirens and television/radio broadcasts with the “112 Suomi” mobile application, available for free download from the Finnish Emergency Response Centre Agency website.

You should:

• always be aware of your surroundings
• follow the instructions of local authorities, including air raid sirens
• monitor trustworthy news sources to stay informed on the situation
• keep the 112 Suomi mobile application on your devices to receive emergency information

112 Suomi – Emergency Response Centre Agency Finland

Crime

Petty crime

Petty crime, such as pickpocketing and bag snatching, occurs. Thieves target tourists.

Theft occurs sometimes, particularly in crowded public areas such as:

• popular tourist areas, including lookouts
• buses, trains, bus and train stations, and airports
• hotel lobbies
• restaurants, including outdoor seating areas

In Helsinki, thieves are active at the main railway stations and in Esplanadi park.

During your trip:

• keep your personal belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, in a secure place and out of sight
• do not carry large sums of cash or valuables unnecessarily
• avoid isolated areas
• be aware of your surroundings, especially in busy tourist areas

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