embassly
SOS
Helsinki

United Kingdom embassy & consulates in Finland

Visa-free · 90 days$4,100/moSOS 112Updated Nov 9, 2026
Quick answer

United Kingdom has 1 diplomatic mission(s) in Finland: Embassy (Helsinki).

Entry rules for United Kingdom passport holders → Finland:Visa-free· 90 days
Photo: Old Pionear · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

United Kingdom missions in Finland

Entry rules for United Kingdom passport holders

FinlandVisa-free· 90 days

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

Do citizens of United Kingdom need a visa for Finland?United Kingdom passport power

Get a notice when this rule changes

We are building e-mail notices for visa-rule changes. Leave your address and we will write when they start. We use it for nothing else. How we use your address

Document checklist: United Kingdom → Finland

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Schengen area and issued within the last 10 years.
  • You can stay up to 90 days without a visa.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 coverage valid in all Schengen countries.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Apostille or legalisation?
Apostille is enough
United Kingdom → Finland
Driving licence abroad
Carry an IDP (1968 Vienna format) with your national licence.
United Kingdom → Finland

Applying for a visa? Finland missions in United Kingdom

  • Embassy of Finland in LondonEmbassy · London · +44 20 7838 6200See all
    Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
    Year 2025
    Applications
    4,309
    Visas issued
    3,291
    Refused
    897
    Refusal rate
    21.3%
    Multiple-entry share: 35%
    Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
  • Honorary Consulate of FinlandHonorary Consulate · +44 121 233 4333See all
    Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
    Year 2025
    Applications
    4,309
    Visas issued
    3,291
    Refused
    897
    Refusal rate
    21.3%
    Multiple-entry share: 35%
    Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
  • Honorary Consulate of FinlandHonorary Consulate · Edinburgh · +44 131 245 6811See all
    Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
    Year 2025
    Applications
    4,309
    Visas issued
    3,291
    Refused
    897
    Refusal rate
    21.3%
    Multiple-entry share: 35%
    Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
  • Finnish Honorary ConsulateHonorary Consulate · Southampton · +44 845 415 8210See all
    Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
    Year 2025
    Applications
    4,309
    Visas issued
    3,291
    Refused
    897
    Refusal rate
    21.3%
    Multiple-entry share: 35%
    Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates

Frequently asked questions

Is there an embassy of United Kingdom in Finland?

Yes. United Kingdom has 1 diplomatic mission(s) in Finland: Embassy (Helsinki).

Where is the United Kingdom embassy in Finland?

The United Kingdom embassy in Finland is located at Itäinen Puistotie 17, 00140, Helsinki, Helsinki.

Do citizens of United Kingdom need a visa for Finland?

Visa-free (90 days). Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How do I contact the United Kingdom embassy in Finland?

Phone: —. Email: —. Website: https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-embassy-helsinki.

Does United Kingdom have consulates in Finland?

No separate consulate is on record; consular services are handled by the embassy.

What should I do if I lose my passport in Finland?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 112), then contact the United Kingdom embassy or consulate in Finland for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.

What are the opening hours?

Mo-Fr 09:00-16:30