Entry requirements for Americans: United States citizens require only a valid passport to stay in Finland for up to three months in a period of six months.
Entry requirements for UK nationals: British citizens require a valid passport to enter Finland for a stay of up to three months in a period of six months.
Entry requirements for Canadians: Canadians require a valid passport to enter Finland for a stay of up to three months in any six-month period.
Entry requirements for Australians: Australians must have a valid passport. No visa is required for a stay of up to three months in any six-month period.
Entry requirements for South Africans: South African citizens require a Schengen visa to enter Finland, as well as a valid passport.
Entry requirements for New Zealanders: New Zealanders must have a valid passport and may stay in Finland for up to three months in any six-month period.
Entry requirements for 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.
Passport/Visa Note: The borderless region known as the Schengen area includes the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain and Sweden. All these countries issue a standard Schengen visa that, in principal, allows the holder to travel freely within the borders of all. Passports must be valid for at least the period of intended stay and return or onward tickets, or sufficient funds are required.