Government to tighten conditions for permanent residence permits

5.6.2025 13.46
The conditions for obtaining a permanent residence permit will be tightened. For example, the continuous period of residence required for the permit will be extended. Applicants will also be required to demonstrate proficiency in Finnish or Swedish and have a work history of a certain length. The Government submitted to Parliament the relevant proposal for amending the Aliens Act on 5 June.

Government proposes extension for introducing real time text in emergency calls

5.6.2025 13.40
The Government proposes that the transitional period for introducing real time text in emergency calls be extended. It must be possible to submit an emergency call using real time text by 28 June 2027.

Government supplementary budget proposal invests in readiness and preparedness

28.5.2025 12.09
The Government submitted its second supplementary budget proposal for 2025 to Parliament on Wednesday 28 May. The supplementary budget proposes funding for the development of civil defence and the emergency warning system as well as for the maritime capabilities of the Finnish Border Guard.

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