Diplomatic representation of Finland in Australia
Finnish Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of Finland in Canberra represents Finland in Australia and provides diplomatic and consular services for Finnish citizens and other applicants.
Contact details
Contact the Finnish Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of Finland in Canberra is Finland’s resident diplomatic mission in Australia.
Friday, 9:30 am–12:30 pm and 1:00 pm–2:30 pm
Appointments: customer service at the Embassy of Finland is available by appointment only. Book before travelling to Canberra.
Embassy location
Where is the Finnish Embassy in Canberra?
The Embassy of Finland is located in Yarralumla, Canberra.
The embassy is located at 12 Darwin Avenue, Yarralumla ACT 2600, Australia.
Visitors should have a confirmed appointment before attending customer service at the embassy.
About the mission
About the Finnish Embassy in Canberra
The Embassy of Finland in Canberra is Finland’s principal diplomatic mission in Australia. It represents the Finnish government and supports political, economic, commercial, cultural and bilateral relations.
The embassy also provides consular services for Finnish citizens and eligible applicants, including passport services, citizen assistance and selected document procedures.
Finland also maintains an extensive honorary consular network across Australia.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The Embassy of Finland provides consular and citizen services by prior appointment.
Passports and identity documents
Finnish citizens can obtain information about passport and identity card applications through Finland’s official consular services.
Citizen assistance
The embassy provides consular assistance to Finnish citizens abroad, including support in urgent situations and guidance on official procedures.
Visa information
Applicants requiring a Finnish Schengen visa should follow Finland’s current visa application procedure and use the designated visa application arrangements for Australia.
Visa applications: visa applications normally require personal submission and biometric data. Check the current official instructions before applying.
Planning your visit
Appointments at the Finnish Embassy in Canberra
Customer service at the embassy is provided by prior appointment only.
The embassy currently receives customers Monday to Friday from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.
Appointments should be arranged through Finland’s official appointment system before travelling to the mission.
Telephone enquiries are handled Monday to Thursday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
Before travelling: make sure your appointment is confirmed and check the current document requirements for the service you need.
Consular responsibilities
Jurisdiction and Consular Responsibilities
Finland provides consular assistance in Australia through the Embassy in Canberra and a network of honorary consulates.
DFAT currently lists Finnish consular posts in New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria and Western Australia.
Each honorary consulate is formally listed with jurisdiction over its respective state or territory.
Honorary consulates provide more limited services than the embassy, so applicants should confirm whether their particular procedure can be handled locally.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Check the appointment and service requirements before travelling to the Finnish Embassy.
Book an appointment
Customer service is available by appointment only, Monday to Friday from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.
Prepare your documents
Review the current requirements for your passport, identity document, visa or other consular procedure and bring all required supporting documents.
Check local consulates
Finnish honorary consulates operate in several Australian states and territories and may be able to assist with selected matters closer to home.
Important: appointment availability, service requirements and visa procedures can change. Always check the latest Finnish official guidance before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
Finnish Embassy Canberra FAQ
What is the address of the Finnish Embassy in Canberra?
The Embassy of Finland is located at 12 Darwin Avenue, Yarralumla ACT 2600, Australia.
What is the telephone number of the Finnish Embassy?
The embassy can be contacted on +61 2 6273 3800.
Do I need an appointment before visiting?
Yes. The embassy provides customer service by appointment only.
When is customer service available?
Customer service is currently available Monday to Friday from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm by appointment.
When can I call the embassy with consular questions?
Telephone enquiries are currently handled Monday to Thursday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
Does Finland have honorary consulates in Australia?
Yes. DFAT currently lists Finnish consular representation in New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria and Western Australia.
Can Finnish visa applications be submitted at the embassy?
Applicants should follow Finland’s current visa application instructions. Visa applications generally require personal submission and biometric data through the designated application process.
Official information
Sources
Official sources used to verify the mission, contact details, appointments and consular information on this page.