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Apply for an age exception permit
- Permit or other obligation
- Nationwide except the Åland Islands
- Public service
In Traficom’s Apply for an age exception permit service, you can apply for an age exception permit. A 17-year-old can receive an exception for a car driving licence if travelling to work, school, or a goal-oriented hobby is particularly difficult.
The application is submitted by the young person’s guardian. A permit can be applied for when the young person is 16 years and 8 months old. The permit ...
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Read the conditions carefully before applying for a permit.
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The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency TraficomText edited by: The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency Traficom
Updated: 1/6/2026