COVID-19 disease in Finland
The restrictions imposed due to the COVID-19 epidemic have been lifted. Remember that you can prevent the spread of COVID-19 through your own actions. The health authorities will provide guidance on COVID-19 vaccinations, testing and other practices.
- Get vaccinated, as vaccines provide effective protection from the most severe forms of COVID-19.
- If you have symptoms, stay home until you are healthy.
- Take a COVID-19 test if needed.
Finnish institute for health and welfare provides situation update on coronavirus in Finland.
Responsibilities of the authorities
The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health is responsible for the general planning, guidance and monitoring of the prevention of infectious diseases. Prevention of infectious diseases is part of healthcare and social welfare services.
Responsibilities of the authorities are described here:
Updated: 30.1.2023 11.01
Current Issues
Temporary derogations to the use of COVID-19 passport
Press release
28.12.2021 17.43
Emergency brake to be introduced to tackle COVID-19 – aiming to slow down the spread of the epidemic
Press release
22.12.2021 16.53
Restrictions on opening hours and serving of alcoholic beverages in food and beverage service businesses – use of COVID-19 passport restricted
Press release
22.12.2021 16.40
COVID-19 certificates issued outside the EU to be accepted as COVID-19 passports in Finland as of 23 December
Press release
22.12.2021 14.42
Temporary provisions of Communicable Diseases Act in force until end of June 2022
Press release
22.12.2021 14.36