A new vehicle or a vehicle imported into Finland must be registered before it is taken into use in traffic.
Usually, a new vehicle is insured and registered at the car dealership. If you buy a vehicle from a dealer who does not register it, you can carry out the first registration yourself. In this case, the vehicle must have a registration number and registration plates. You will also need a dig ...
Carry out the first registration of a new vehicle with a digital certificate in Traficom’s My e-Services. The vehicle must have a registration number and registration plates.
If you cannot carry out the first registration electronically, you can visit an inspection station that offers registration services. As the new owner, you will need either a digital certificate from the seller or a prior notification certificate to complete the first registration.
The car dealership or finance company can perform the registration on your behalf when you purchase a new vehicle.
If necessary, you can also use your insurance company’s e-service or customer service. The vehicle must have a registration number and registration plates.
Carry out the first registration of a vehicle imported into Finland at an inspection station that offers registration services. You can find detailed instructions on our website Importing a vehicle to Finland.
If the vehicle lacks the documents normally required for inspection and registration, please see the instructions on our website Application for a used vehicle imported into Finland without documents.