Rules for entering Finland for Ukrainians
What documents are required for Ukrainians to enter Finland?
Ukrainians need the following documents to enter Finland:
- Valid biometric passport (at least 3 months after the date of departure from the country)
- Medical insurance
- Proof of sufficient funds (count on 50 €/day to cover accommodation, food and other needs during your stay in the country)
- We also recommend that you have a confirmation of your accommodation reservation/invitation from your host country.
In practice, travelers without medical insurance in Finland may be asked additional questions about the financial security of their trip and their ability to cover expenses during their stay.
For children:
- Biometric passport of the child.
- The child's birth certificate.
- If the child is traveling with one of the parents, no additional consent is required from the other. However, if the child is traveling with relatives or friends, a written consent of one of the parents, certified by a notary, is required.
Do I need a Green Card to travel by car to Finland?
Yes, to travel by car to Finland, you must have a Green Card - an international insurance policy for your car. You can apply for a Green Card on the Visit Ukraine website to be sure that your trip will be protected.
Can I travel to Finland with pets?
Yes, you can bring pets with you to Finland, but there are some important rules:
- Your pet must be microchipped before being vaccinated against rabies. This is mandatory for identification purposes.
- The animal must have an up-to-date rabies vaccination. The vaccine must be given no earlier than the animal is 12 weeks old.
- After vaccination, an antibody test must be performed 30 days later. A blood sample is sent to an EU-accredited laboratory, and the result should be at least 0.5 IU/ml.
- After the test, the animal must stay in Ukraine for at least 3 months before traveling to the EU.
- Medicines for echinococcosis for dogs. If you are traveling with your dog, be sure to give him/her echinococcosis medication 1-5 days before entering Finland. This should be done by a veterinarian.
- It is important to have vaccination documents, antibody test results and a health certificate issued by the veterinary service of the country of origin with you.
- Number of animals. You can travel with a maximum of 5 pets.
Do I need health insurance to travel to Finland?
Yes, health insurance is an important element for your safety while traveling to Finland. Treatment abroad can be quite expensive, but with the right insurance, you will avoid additional costs for medical services, doctor's consultations, or hospitalization.
👉 On the Visit Ukraine website, you can quickly and conveniently arrange the necessary insurance that meets all the requirements for traveling to EU countries.
How much money do you need to enter Finland in 2026?
For a short-term tourist visit to Finland in 2026, you will need to have approximately €50 per day of your stay to cover your expenses.
Recently, when entering Finland, travelers are more often checked to see if they have exceeded the permitted length of stay on previous trips, so it is worth checking your travel history with a lawyer before traveling.
What to do if your foreign passport is about to expire?
As of October 29, 2025, Ukraine has abolished the military rule of extending the validity of foreign passports and adding information about children to them. Now, traveling abroad is only possible with a valid biometric passport.
This means that if your passport has been “extended” or information about children has been added to it, you need to apply for a new biometric foreign passport.
Where to apply for a new passport
- In Ukraine: at the State Migration Service, Administrative Service Centers, or branches of the State Enterprise “Document.”
- Abroad: at Ukrainian embassies or consulates, or at branches of the State Enterprise ‘Document’ if they operate in your country.
If you are abroad and have an “extended” passport
If you are not allowed to leave the country or enter Ukraine because of your “extended” passport, contact the nearest Ukrainian embassy or consulate.
There you can obtain an identity card for returning to Ukraine (a so-called “white passport”). It is issued on the day of application — free of charge for children under 16 and for a consular fee for adults.
Can I cross the border without a biometric passport?
Yes, it is possible to cross the border of Finland without a biometric passport, but in this case you will need to obtain a visa. The visa-free regime is valid only for holders of biometric passports.
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- Written consultation: get answers to all your questions with clear recommendations in writing.
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