The state's regional government will be reformed at the turn of the year 2025‒2026. Regional State Administrative Agenciestasks related to animals and food will be transferred to the Finnish Food Authority. In connection with the change, the site may have flaws in the first few days of January.

Private imports and souvenirs

Souvenirs and other import for personal use. Import for personal use and souvenirs mean here the bringing of food or other products to be used in the traveller’s private household. The requirements and restrictions vary according to the animal and plant species in question and the country of origin. The restrictions are based on the disease situation in the country of origin. The requirements and legislation are different when travelling between EU member states or from third countries to EU member states.

Learn more:

Find out Finnish Customs' instructions

Customs' website for passengers

Commercial imports

Products that are imported or brought to Finland for other purposes than to be used in the persons private household must comply with rules of commercial import

Page last updated 1/30/2024