Expand your business
In Finland, we welcome international businesses with open arms. Not only can you enjoy a high return on investment, but you can also access the same benefits as Finnish companies. Plus, opening a legal entity only takes a matter of weeks. The Invest in Finland team is here to support your journey from start to finnish.
Types of business
Most international businesses set up in Finland as private or public limited liability companies, or through a Finnish branch office. You can also establish a branch in Finland or conduct business through general or limited partnerships and co-operatives.
Types of business
Most international businesses set up in Finland as private or public limited liability companies, or through a Finnish branch office. You can also establish a branch in Finland or conduct business through general or limited partnerships and co-operatives.
Business licences
Finland has freedom of trade, but certain industries require a business license to protect the community, environment, and consumer safety. Licenses are granted by local authorities for a fixed period.
Business licences
Finland has freedom of trade, but certain industries require a business license to protect the community, environment, and consumer safety. Licenses are granted by local authorities for a fixed period.
Work permits
EU/EEA citizens intending to stay in Finland for longer than three months will need to register right of residence. Non-EU/EEA residents require a residence permit and must register at the Digital and Population Data Services Agency to acquire a Finnish identity number.
Work permits
EU/EEA citizens intending to stay in Finland for longer than three months will need to register right of residence. Non-EU/EEA residents require a residence permit and must register at the Digital and Population Data Services Agency to acquire a Finnish identity number.
Taxation
Business taxation varies by company type, with the amount of tax calculated based on a company’s profit and net assets. Finland’s 20% corporation tax is one of the lowest in the EU and there are tax deductions for specific activities too.
Taxation
Business taxation varies by company type, with the amount of tax calculated based on a company’s profit and net assets. Finland’s 20% corporation tax is one of the lowest in the EU and there are tax deductions for specific activities too.
Bank accounts
To open a corporate bank account, you will need to present an extract from the trade register, as well as your personal ID. Once you have opened the account, you can finish the company registration process with Finnish Patent and Registration Office.
Bank accounts
To open a corporate bank account, you will need to present an extract from the trade register, as well as your personal ID. Once you have opened the account, you can finish the company registration process with Finnish Patent and Registration Office.
Investor Toolbox
Invest in Finland – at your service
As Finland's official investment promotion agency, Invest in Finland offers a wide range of useful services for international companies and investors. From providing industry insights, tailored recommendations to practical support, we support you when planning, establishing or expanding your operations in Finland. We work in close cooperation with other Business Finland colleagues and our regional partners in Finland. Our services are confidential and complimentary.
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"Business Finland has been a great partner of ours because our goals are mutually aligned. We have been able to develop some ambitious technology.” – Neal Sandy, General Manager, GE Healthcare
Setting up in Finland is simple – just follow these steps
Get to know Finland
Finland is a diverse country, and no two cities are the same. Explore what our cities have to offer for your business and personal needs.
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File a start of business notification
Use the Y form to file a notification to the Trade Register and various Tax Administration registers.
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Open a corporate bank account
Businesses operating in Finland require a bank account to process payment transactions, and support accounting.
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Take advantage of online tools
You can create a workspace at My Enterprise Finland and even establish a limited liability company through the Business Information System.
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