opposite_sex.txt

Marriage in Finland


Contact the relevant local authorities in Finland to find out about local marriage laws, including what documents you’ll need.

^You should [get legal advice](/government/collections/list-of-lawyers) before making any plans.^

##What you need to do

You’ll be asked to provide an affirmation or affidavit document to prove you’re allowed to marry.

Make an appointment at the British embassy or consulate in Finland to swear an affirmation or affidavit that you’re free to marry. You’ll need to bring your passport and pay a fee.

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British Embassy Helsinki
Itäinen Puistotie 17
00140  Helsinki
Finland
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Email (for Consular enquiries): Helsinki.ConsularEnquiries@fco.gov.uk
Telephone: +358 (0) 9 2286 5100
Fax (Chancery): +358 (0) 9 2286 5284 
Fax (Consular): +358 (0) 9 2286 5262 

Email: <info.helsinki@fco.gov.uk>

[British Embassy Helsinki - opening hours](https://www.gov.uk/government/world/organisations/british-embassy-helsinki/office/british-embassy)
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###Legalisation and translation

You’ll need to get your affirmation or affidavit [translated](/government/collections/list-of-lawyers) into the local language and ‘[legalised](/get-document-legalised)’ (certified as genuine) by the local authorities - the embassy or consulate should be able to give you advice.

If you’ve been divorced or widowed, you’ll also need:

- a [decree absolute or final order](/copy-decree-absolute-final-order) or the [death certificate](/order-copy-birth-death-marriage-certificate/)

- evidence of nationality or residence where your divorce took place if it was outside the UK. You’ll need to get it [translated](/government/collections/list-of-lawyers) if it’s not in English.

You’ll also need to provide evidence if you’ve changed your name by deed poll.

^Your partner will probably need to get an equivalent document from their national authorities.^

##Naturalisation of your partner if they move to the UK

Your partner can apply to [become a British citizen](/becoming-a-british-citizen/if-your-spouse-is-a-british-citizen) once they’ve lived in the UK for 3 years.

##Fees

Service | Fee
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Affirmation for marriage | £55

You normally have to pay fees for consular services in the local currency - these are shown in the list of [consular fees for Finland](/government/publications/finland-consular-fees).

You can pay by cash (euros only) or credit card (but not Visa Electron).