Find official contact details, opening hours and consular services for the Embassy of Finland in Berlin, Germany.
Contact Details
| Address | Rauchstraße 1, 10785 Berlin, Germany |
| Telephone | +49 30 50 50 30 |
| Fax | +49 30 50 50 33 33 |
| sanomat.ber@gov.fi | |
| Website | www.finlandabroad.fi/deutschland |
| Head of Mission | Mr. Kai Jürgen Mikael Sauer, Ambassador |
Opening Hours Embassy
Below are the official opening hours of thr Embassy of Finland in Berlin. Visitors are advised to verify current opening times before planning their visit.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 12:00 / 14:00 - 15:30 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 12:00 / 14:00 - 15:30 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 12:00 / 14:00 - 15:30 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 12:00 / 14:00 - 15:30 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 12:00 / 14:00 - 15:30 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours may change on public holidays. Always verify before your visit.
Opening Hours Consular Section
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 11:00 |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 11:00 |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 10:00 - 11:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location of the Embassy
The map above shows exact the location of the embassy. Plan your route in advance and check local transport options.
About the Finnish Embassy in Berlin
The Finnish Embassy in Berlin is the official diplomatic representation of the Republic of Finland in Germany. It represents Finnish interests and supports close political, economic, security and cultural relations between Finland and Germany.
Relations between the two countries have deep historical roots reaching back to the Hanseatic era and the Reformation. Today, Germany and Finland cooperate closely within the European Union and NATO, while bilateral contacts also cover trade, investment, research, education and cultural exchange.
Security in the Baltic Sea region has become an especially important area of cooperation. Germany and Finland work together on NATO's eastern flank, maritime security, resilience and responses to hybrid threats. Finland has been a NATO member since 2023.
In addition to its diplomatic work, the embassy provides consular services for Finnish citizens and handles passport, identity card, notarial and other official procedures.
Visa Information
Finnish citizens do not need a visa for Germany. As citizens of the European Union, they can enter Germany with a valid Finnish passport or national identity card and benefit from EU freedom of movement.
German citizens likewise do not need a visa to travel to Finland. They can enter Finland with a valid German passport or identity card and may live, work or study there under the applicable EU rules.
Because Finland and Germany are both members of the Schengen Area, normal travel between the two countries generally takes place without routine immigration controls at internal Schengen borders.
Finnish visa and residence procedures in Germany are mainly relevant to third-country nationals. The applicable requirements depend on nationality, residence status, purpose of travel and intended length of stay.
Consular Services
The consular section of the Finnish Embassy in Berlin provides a broad range of administrative and consular services for Finnish citizens living or staying in Germany.
- Finnish passport applications and renewals
- Finnish identity card applications
- Emergency passport and travel document matters
- Notarial services
- Certification of signatures and copies
- Family and citizenship-related consular information
- Population register and address-related guidance
- Assistance for Finnish citizens in emergencies
Finnish passport and identity card applications normally require personal attendance when submitted through a diplomatic mission. Finland also offers extensive digital public services, so some procedures can be initiated electronically.
Finnish Honorary Consulates can assist with selected matters, including certain notarial services and emergency assistance. However, they do not generally process passport, visa or residence permit applications.
Appointments
Personal consular visits to the Finnish Embassy in Berlin require a prior appointment. Appointments are booked through Finland's official online appointment system.
Applicants should choose the appropriate passport, identity card, notarial or other consular service before booking. Some procedures require personal identification or biometric data and therefore cannot be completed entirely remotely.
Selected Honorary Consulates in Germany also provide customer service by appointment. However, their powers differ from those of the embassy, so applicants should first confirm whether their particular procedure can be handled locally.
Diplomatic Missions between Finland and Germany
Finland is represented in Germany by the Finnish Embassy in Berlin.
Finland also maintains Honorary Consulates in Bremen, Dresden, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt am Main, Hamburg, Kiel, Lübeck-Travemünde, Munich and Stuttgart.
Finnish honorary representations in Hannover and Rostock are currently listed by Finland as closed until further notice. Honorary consulates generally provide a more limited range of services than the embassy.
Germany is represented in Finland by the German Embassy in Helsinki. Germany also maintains Honorary Consulates in Joensuu, Jyväskylä, Lappeenranta, Mariehamn, Oulu, Rovaniemi, Tampere, Turku and Vaasa.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Finnish Embassy in Berlin
Do I need an appointment for the Finnish Embassy in Berlin?
Yes. Personal consular visits currently require a prior appointment through Finland's official online appointment system.
Do Finnish citizens need a visa to travel to Germany?
No. Finnish citizens are EU citizens and can travel to Germany without a visa using a valid passport or national identity card.
Do German citizens need a visa to travel to Finland?
No. German citizens can travel to Finland without a visa and may enter with a valid German passport or identity card.
Does Finland have other consulates in Germany?
Yes. Finland maintains a network of Honorary Consulates in several German cities, including Bremen, Dresden, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt am Main, Hamburg, Kiel, Lübeck-Travemünde, Munich and Stuttgart. Their available services are more limited than those of the embassy.
Information provided on this page about the Embassy of Finland in Berlin is intended for general reference only. Contact details, appointment procedures, entry requirements and available services may change. Always confirm current information directly with the embassy or the responsible consular authority before your visit.