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Exchanging a Foreign Driving Licence for a Finnish Driving Licence
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- Nationwide except the Åland Islands
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A foreign driving licence can be exchanged for a Finnish one under certain conditions.
The need and timing for the exchange depend on which country group the licence belongs to.
Submit your application for a licence exchange at Ajovarma, the service provider authorised by Traficom.
Driving Licence from an EU or EEA Country
You may drive in Finland with your licence as long as it is valid.
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Updated: 10/12/2025