Embassy of Finland in Tallinn, Estonia; address Kohtu 4, Tallinn; phone +3726103200. Head of mission: Mr. Vesa Vasara. Plus 3 other missions.
Head of mission: Mr. Vesa Vasara, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Estonia, 15 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mrs. Larissa Shabunova, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Estonia, 31 May 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Jarno Fonsén, Honorary Consul (as listed in the diplomatic list of Estonia, 31 May 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Verni Loodmaa, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Estonia, 31 May 2024)
Finland offers a compelling destination for Estonian visitors, known for its stunning landscapes and rich culture. Although tourist arrivals have fluctuated recently, it continues to attract interest. With around 600,000 Estonians traveling abroad annually, a portion is likely to consider Finland as a travel option.
Finland is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those coming from Estonia. It ranks 8th out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, though it is slightly less safe than Estonia, which ranks 4th. According to the Global Peace Index, Finland is ranked 13th out of 160 countries, making it one of the safest countries globally, and it is safer than Estonia, which ranks 24th. In terms of crime statistics, Finland has a lower murder rate of 1.6 per 100,000 people compared to Estonia's 2.0. While the female murder rate is higher in Finland (1.1) than in Estonia (0.6), overall violent crime rates are relatively low in both countries. When looking at organized crime indices, both countries score similarly in some areas, but Finland generally has lower scores in categories like state crime and human smuggling, indicating a safer environment in these respects. Overall, tourists can feel secure while visiting Finland.