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The borderless region known as the Schengen area includes the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden. All these countries issue a standard Schengen visa that has a multiple entry option that allows the holder to travel freely within the borders of all. Passports must be valid for at least the period of intended stay, and visitors other than EEA members require return or onward tickets, or
sufficient funds.
Americans: United States citizens require only a valid passport to stay in Finland for up to three months in a period of six months without requiring a visa.
UK nationals: British passport holders must have a valid passport to enter Finland. British Citizens, British National (Overseas), British Subjects and British Overseas Territories Citizens with the right of abode in the UK do not require a visa for stays of up to three months in a period of six months.
Canadians: Canadians require a valid passport to enter Finland, but no visa is required for a stay of up to three months in any six-month period.
Australians: Australians must have a valid passport. No visa is required for a stay of up to three months in any six-month period.
South Africans: South African citizens require a Schengen visa to enter Finland, as well as a valid passport.
Irish nationals: Irish nationals require a valid passport. No visa is required for a stay of up to three months in any six-month period.
New Zealanders: New Zealanders must have a valid passport and may stay in Finland for up to three months in any six-month period without requiring a visa.
Health
There are no health risks associated with travel to Finland. Medical care is of a good standard. British, and other EU nationals, should ensure they take with them a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), which entitles citizens to emergency medical treatment on the same terms as Finnish citizens. Comprehensive travel insurance is advised.
Safety
Crime levels are low in Finland and visitors can be assured of a trouble-free vacation. Drug offences and drinking and driving are dealt with very harshly. The main danger in the country is driving during the winter months, when icy roads are a hazard and cars must be fitted with snow tires.
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