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Relieving the guardian of the assignment

  • Service
  • Nationwide except the Åland Islands
  • Public service

If you are a private person and have been appointed as a guardian based on your consent, you may request to be relieved of the guardian’s task at any time. You do not need to give any reasons for your request.

If your client still needs guardianship, the Digital and Population Data Services Agency will arrange a new guardian for them. Relieving a guardian and the appointment of a new guardian are ...

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Find more detailed instructions and the required forms in Finnish and Swedish on the Digital and Population Data Services Agency’s website.

If you need further assistance, contact our telephone service.

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To whom and on what terms

A private person appointed as a guardian based on their consent, may request to be relieved of the guardian’s assignment.

The service is provided by

Digital and Population Data Services Agency

Responsible for the service

Digital and Population Data Services Agency
Text edited by: Digital and Population Data Services Agency
Updated: 6/11/2026