Applying for a permit or consent to dig into the soil

Metal detecting that involves disturbing the soil requires consent or a permit issued by Metsähallitus. In commercial areas, so-called multiple-use forests, consent can generally be granted and is subject to a fee.

In protected areas digging into the soil is not permitted without a research permit. Metsähallitus Parks & Wildlife may grant a research permit if the activity is part of scientific re ...