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Driving Rules & Facts
Drive on the Right — Finland drives on the right side of the road. Overtake only on the left. At roundabouts, traffic already in the roundabout has priority unless otherwise signed. Left-hand drive vehicles are standard.
BAC Limit 0.05% (0.5‰) — The blood alcohol limit is 0.05% (0.5‰). Aggravated DUI at 1.2‰ carries up to 2 years imprisonment and licence revocation. Finland's limit is less strict than Norway and Sweden (both 0.02%), but penalties escalate quickly for higher levels.
Winter Tyres Mandatory (Nov 1 – Mar 31) — Winter tyres are mandatory from November 1 to March 31. Minimum tread depth: 3mm. Since December 2024, tyres must bear the Alpine/3PMSF snowflake symbol — M+S marking alone is no longer sufficient. Studded tyres are allowed November to March.
Headlights Mandatory at All Times — Dipped headlights (lähivalot) must be used at all times while driving, day and night, year-round. This applies to all vehicles. Daytime running lights alone may not be sufficient on older vehicles — check your vehicle's compliance.
Income-Based Day-Fines (Päiväsakko) — Serious traffic offences are punished with income-based day-fines, calculated as half of daily disposable income. This system means fines are proportional to wealth. Minor speeding (1–20 km/h over) uses fixed fines (€100–200), but 21+ km/h over triggers day-fines.
Two-Phase Licence System — New drivers enter a 2-year probation period. During probation, stricter rules apply and two offences can trigger additional training or suspension. Mandatory slippery track training (liukasrataharjoittelu) must be completed. The full licence is issued after the probation period.
How to Get Your Driving License in Finland
Everything you need to know about enrolling in a driving school and getting your B license in Finland.
Typical Cost
€1,200–€3,000
Total driving school cost including lessons and materials
Prices vary by school, location, and number of lessons needed.
Typical Lessons Needed
~18
50-minute lessons on average
Mandatory Theory Hours
8h
Required classroom or online theory instruction
Mandatory Practical Hours
14h
Required behind-the-wheel training with an instructor
License Requirements in Finland
Theory Test Languages
The Traficom theory test is available in these languages:
Tips for Choosing a Driving School in Helsinki
- Compare prices from at least 3 schools before enrolling. The cheapest option is not always the best — check what is included in the package.
- Ask schools about their pass rates. A higher pass rate often indicates better instruction quality.
- If Finland's official language is not your first language, ask if the school offers instruction or materials in your language.
Source: Finnish Transport and Communications Agency (Liikenne- ja viestintävirasto) · Last updated: 2026-03-15
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