Finland issues final guidance on tougher permanent-residence rules taking effect 8 January 2026
Winter storm paralyses Lapland airports, disrupting peak business-travel season
Finland Confirms Stricter Permanent-Residence Rules From 8 January 2026
Latest News
Finavia Re-opens Lapland Airports After Snowstorm, Restoring Crucial Winter Connectivity
Finavia reopened Kittilä, Ivalo and Rovaniemi on 29 December after heavy snow shut the runways for nearly a day. Extra recovery flights and lifted slot constraints at Helsinki have stabilised schedules, but travellers should expect residual delays. The prompt reopening protects Lapland’s €300-million winter tourism economy and keeps business-critical links to the north running.
Finnair Pilots Announce January Strike Ballots, Citing Stalled Contract Talks
Finnair’s pilots have issued strike notices for 9 and 13 January after wage talks stalled. Up to 300 flights and 33,000 passengers may be disrupted, with significant knock-on effects for Helsinki’s role as a business-travel hub. Companies should pre-emptively re-route travellers and cargo, and watch for a revised schedule on 5 January.