Here are some tips if you are planning to drive to Finland

Basic rules for your safety

- Seat belt compulsory for everyone
- Headlights compulsory at all times
- Use of lights in a stationary vehicle
- Drunken driving is a criminal offence
- Do not use mobile phones when driving
- Radar detectors are prohibited
- Unnecessary engine idling is prohibited
- Direction indicators must be used
- Consideration in use of the horn

Driving License

Driving licenses of other European Union countries and the Nordic countries are valid in Finland.

Other foreign driving licenses issued in a signatory country to the Vienna or Geneva Road Traffic Conventions entitle the license holder to drive in Finland for one year following the date of arrival, provided the license holder was residing permanently in that country when he or she received the driving license. These signatory countries comprise most of the European countries, the United States and a number of African countries.
 

What is the speed limit on Finnish Roads?

Speed limit on Motorway: 100kph
Speed limit in Towns: 30-40kph
Speed limit on Major roads: 80-100kph
 

What is the conversion for kph to mph?

1 mile=1.6 km 1 U.S.
1km=0.6 miles
 

What is the alcohol limit in Finland?

The blood/alcohol limit in Finland is 0.05. Travelers should be aware that drink driving laws are strict. Police strictly enforce all traffic laws and institute random roadside breathalyser tests. Those drivers who register a .05 or above alcohol content are subject to immediate arrest.
 

What are the seat belt regulations in Finland?
In Finland seat-belts are compulsory in the front and rear.
 

What is the minimum age for driving in Finland?
The minimum driving age in Finland is 18.
 

What documents should you carry?
It is advisable to carry your driving license, insurance certificate and vehicle registration, along with your passport.