The Finnish business environment
Finland – powered by happiness
As you might have already noticed, Finland often ranks among the leaders in various international comparisons. As one of the world’s most competitive and open economies, Finland has a lot to offer for international companies. We know that each business is unique – let's see what Finland could offer you.
Competitive Tax Regime
Did you know that Finland enjoys the lowest corporate tax rate in the Nordic region and one of the lowest rates in the EU? The Finnish Tax Administration has made it easier for businesses too, with pre-emptive payments to avoid surprises and a dedicated team to help with tax matters, free of charge. In addition to moderate taxation rates, Finland offers different tax deductions for companies operating in Finland.
Learn more from the Finnish Tax AdministrationCompetitive Tax Regime
Did you know that Finland enjoys the lowest corporate tax rate in the Nordic region and one of the lowest rates in the EU? The Finnish Tax Administration has made it easier for businesses too, with pre-emptive payments to avoid surprises and a dedicated team to help with tax matters, free of charge. In addition to moderate taxation rates, Finland offers different tax deductions for companies operating in Finland.
Learn more from the Finnish Tax Administration 
Incentives, funding and government support
Foreign-owned companies operating in Finland are eligible for a wide range of government and EU incentives on an equal footing with Finnish-owned companies. Business Finland and various national, regional, and local organisations provide funding for research, product development and other business development needs for businesses operating in Finland.
Incentives, funding and government support
Foreign-owned companies operating in Finland are eligible for a wide range of government and EU incentives on an equal footing with Finnish-owned companies. Business Finland and various national, regional, and local organisations provide funding for research, product development and other business development needs for businesses operating in Finland.
Reliable infrastructure and energy
Did you know that the share of carbon-free electricity is nearly 90% in Finland? From cost-effective and green energy supplies to the most advanced 5G test network in the world, Finland offers an outstanding infrastructure for businesses. We also benefit from more surprising advantages, such as an ideal climate and ground formation for establishing data centres. Everything just works in Finland.
Reliable infrastructure and energy
Did you know that the share of carbon-free electricity is nearly 90% in Finland? From cost-effective and green energy supplies to the most advanced 5G test network in the world, Finland offers an outstanding infrastructure for businesses. We also benefit from more surprising advantages, such as an ideal climate and ground formation for establishing data centres. Everything just works in Finland.
Vibrant startup and innovation ecosystems
Home to one of the world’s fastest growing startup scenes, Finland offers a dynamic ecosystem of accelerators, angel investors and VCs, backed by government support. We’re a leading testbed for technology, with a highly educated talent pool, uniquely collaborative culture and world-class research.
Vibrant startup and innovation ecosystems
Home to one of the world’s fastest growing startup scenes, Finland offers a dynamic ecosystem of accelerators, angel investors and VCs, backed by government support. We’re a leading testbed for technology, with a highly educated talent pool, uniquely collaborative culture and world-class research.
Life-work balance
Work is important, but there's even more to life than that. Did you know that according to Expat Insider 2023 report, Finland outperforms other Nordic countries in the eyes of expats? In the report, Finland is in the top 3 or even leading in several areas like digital life, work and leisure, quality of life, and ease of settling in. And, according to the European Skills Index, people living in Finland have the best opportunities in Europe to develop their skills at work.
Life-work balance
Work is important, but there's even more to life than that. Did you know that according to Expat Insider 2023 report, Finland outperforms other Nordic countries in the eyes of expats? In the report, Finland is in the top 3 or even leading in several areas like digital life, work and leisure, quality of life, and ease of settling in. And, according to the European Skills Index, people living in Finland have the best opportunities in Europe to develop their skills at work.
Latest news from Finland
Cool, calm and connected: Why companies are placing their data centers in Finland
A cool climate, affordable clean energy, abundant water and excellent digital infrastructure – these are some of the reasons that Google, Microsoft and others have chosen Finland for their data centers.
Clean energy & grid excellence: Finland’s industrial parks
Is your company looking to set up an industrial operation in Europe? With its abundant supply of clean and affordable energy, Finland is preparing plug-and-play super sites to power your business.
Innovation thrives in Finland’s tight-knit ecosystems
A culture of collaboration, public-private R&D, supportive institutions and a shared commitment to national goals – these characteristics are the foundation of Finland’s global standing as an innovation leader.