Educational visits and open days The National Police Board’s staff can be invited to talk about police work at schools, nurseries, parents’ evenings, trade fairs and other similar events. Engaging in this kind of cooperation with schools and youth...

Information for international arrivals This information is designed for people who are planning a trip to Finland and want to know about immigration rules, what travel documentation is required and how to deal with Finnish police. The Police of Fi...

Emergency response Emergency number – 112 If you need urgent police assistance, call the national emergency number 112. If someone has been injured, begin administering first aid. Prevent any further damage from occurring, if possible. You do not ...

23.2.2026 | There were nearly 5,800 applicants for police education starting this year. This is the highest number of applicants since police studies became a higher education program in 2014.

24.9.2025 | The police have conducted spring and autumn surveys on driving while intoxicated since 1979. The 2025 survey and statistics show a slight increase in drink driving.

14.3.2020 | The effects of the coronavirus on police operations

12.3.2020 | National Police Museum preparing for coronavirus situation

19.5.2020 | The coronavirus pandemic has increased speeding all around Europe

13.3.2020 | The effects of the coronavirus on police operations

1.12.2020 | All public events of more than 10 people are prohibited by decision of the Regional State Administrative Agency. Due to the coronavirus situation, we have to limit the number of customers in the waiting areas. To minimise the risk of infection, please only visit a police station if absolutely necessary. 

10.12.2020 | All public events of more than 10 people are prohibited by decision of the Regional State Administrative Agency. Due to the coronavirus situation, we try to limit the number of customers in the waiting areas. To minimise the risk of infection, please only visit a Western Uusimaa police station if absolutely necessary.

26.3.2020 | Restrictions on movement to be introduced in Uusimaa - police urge everyone to do their best to prevent the spread of coronavirus

4.2.2022 | The Police Museum’s doors will be opened again for visitors after the corona closure on Tuesday, 8 February 2022. The Museum is open from Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m.–3 p.m. and on Saturdays 12 noon–5 p.m.

16.8.2022 | The Helsinki Police Department will hold this year’s traditional Police Day at the Stoa square in eastern Helsinki.

1.7.2022 | Police carried out intensive surveillance of drunk driving over Midsummer, especially in popular summer cabin regions around the country.

3.2.2021 | Last year, a record number of offences under the Criminal Code were recorded in the district of Eastern Uusimaa Police Department. During the year, 60,000 offences were reported, which is one fifth more than in the previous year. The number was the highest in 10 years.

29.4.2022 | The Helsinki Police Department will increase its presence for monitoring public order and security on May Day.

2.2.2022 | Helsinki Police Symphonic Band’s instructive videos for school-aged children and teenagers are freely available for all on YouTube.

20.9.2021 | Visitors to the museum don’t need to book a visit beforehand, as you can now visit the Police museum without an appointment.

2.8.2022 | Following a break due to pandemic restrictions, it is now time to celebrate the National Police Day. On Saturday August 27th, Western Uusimaa Police Department organizes events around the region.