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Finnish citizenship test 2027: what is known
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From 1 March 2027, most people aged 18–64 who apply for Finnish citizenship must show knowledge of Finnish society. The main way to do this is a multiple-choice test taken in Finnish or Swedish. The Finnish Immigration Service (Migri) organises the test, and the first tests are held in spring 2027.
What we know about the test
| Fact | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Law in force | 1 January 2027 | Migri |
| Applies to applications submitted | from 1 March 2027. Applications submitted by 28 February 2027 follow the old rules. | Migri |
| Who must meet the requirement | applicants aged 18–64 | Migri |
| Language | Finnish or Swedish | Migri |
| Format | multiple choice, taken electronically | STT / Migri |
| Topics | key legislation, fundamental and human rights, equality, gender equality, Finnish history and culture | STT / Migri |
| Test cities | Helsinki area, Tampere, Turku, Oulu, Vaasa, Kuopio and Rovaniemi | STT / Migri |
| First tests | spring 2027 | STT / Migri |
| Study material | openly available on Migri's website around the turn of the year 2026–2027 | STT / Migri |
| Alternatives to the test | a matriculation exam in Finnish or Swedish, or a Finnish- or Swedish-language higher education degree completed in Finland | Migri |
| Who writes the test | the University of Helsinki prepares the content; Migri runs the tests | STT / Migri |
Not published yet (Checked 12.10.2026)
- Number of questions
- Pass mark
- Test fee
- Exact test dates and how to register
Reported, but not confirmed by Migri
- About 20–40 questions and a pass mark of about 70 % (Business Standard, 20 April 2026)
- 6–10 test days a year (kurs.com.ua)
- A fee of about €190 per test, mentioned in a dissenting opinion in Parliament's committee report (HaVM 10/2026)
Timeline
- April 2026Government proposal HE 54/2026 · HaVM 10/2026
- 11 June 2026Parliament approves the law, 153 votes to 21 · Yle
- October 2026Migri announces the test cities and the study material schedule · STT / Migri
- Turn of the year 2026–2027Study material and first test dates published (expected) · STT / Migri
- 1 January 2027The amended Citizenship Act enters into force · Migri
- 1 March 2027The requirement applies to new applications · Migri
- Spring 2027First tests · STT / Migri
Questions
Is Koevalmis the official test or from Migri?
No. Koevalmis is an independent practice service. The official test and its study material come from the Finnish Immigration Service (Migri). Always check the official information on migri.fi.
Are these the real test questions?
No. We write our own questions from public information on the topics the law lists. When Migri publishes the official study material, we update the questions to match it.
Which languages are available?
Questions are in Finnish with translations into English, Russian, Arabic, Dari/Persian and Somali.
Do I have to take the test?
It depends. The requirement applies to applications from 1 March 2027 for people aged 18–64. A Finnish or Swedish matriculation exam, or a Finnish- or Swedish-language degree completed in Finland, can replace it. Migri decides on exemptions.
Sources
- https://migri.fi/en/-/finland-to-introduce-citizenship-test-as-changes-to-citizenship-act-take-effect-on-1-january-2027
- https://www.sttinfo.fi/tiedote/72399040/suomi-valmistautuu-ottamaan-kayttoon-kansalaisuuskokeen-oppimateriaalit-julkaistaan-vuodenvaihteessa
- https://www.business-standard.com/immigration/finland-s-citizenship-test-plan-explained-what-changes-for-migrants-126042000558_1.html
- https://kurs.com.ua/en/novost/1483390-finljandija-zaprovadzhue-ispit-na-gromadjanstvo-viznacheno-stroki-ta-pravila
- https://www.edilex.fi/mt/havm20260010
- https://yle.fi/a/74-20231055
This page is general information, not legal advice. Always check the official information from Migri.