Licenses and notifications required of foreign entrepreneurs
A foreign employee and entrepreneur need a permit to work and act as an entrepreneur in Finland.
When you are setting up your company, find out what permits or licences you need to apply for, in what registers you should enter your company, what notifications you have submit.
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Nordic citizens’ permits and notifications
If you are a Nordic citizen and you are moving to Finland, register at the Digital and Population Data Services Agency.
EU citizens’ permits and notifications
If you are a citizen of an EU Member State, Liechtenstein, or Switzerland, and are moving to Finland permanently, you must register.
Permits and notifications for non-EU citizens
If you are a citizen of a non-EU country and are moving to Finland to become an entrepreneur, you need a residence permit for an entrepreneur.
Temporary operations of a foreign company
Your foreign company may operate in Finland temporarily without a permanent establishment.
Permits of the Finnish Patent and Registration Office for people living abroad
If you do not live in the European Economic Area, you may need a separate permit for engaging in your trade.
Information for EU-citizens in Your Europe portal
When moving or travelling to another EU country you can find practical advice and information on Your Europe portal.