Frequently asked questions: Finnish citizenship

Follow the instructions on this page if you have applied for Finnish citizenship on 1 October 2024 or thereafter.

• Second phase of the Citizenship Act reform (will enter into force on 17 December 2025)
• Reform of the Citizenship Act
• Applying for citizenship
• Income and livelihood
• Period of residence
• Language skills
• Release from Finnish citizenship
• Former Finnish citizen
• Citizenship for a child
• Processing of applications
• After decision