Finland continues to offer an inviting business environment for international entrepreneurs in 2025. Company formation is relatively easy, the market has wealthy consumers, and as part of the Nordic ecosystem, it has good connections with the rest of the world. Foreign-owned companies are welcomed, and the registration process is fully remote, often completed in under 30 working days. Vast majority of services are in English with plenty of information available. Here are five updated reasons why starting a business in Finland is easier than ever for foreigners.
1. The Requirement for Minimum Share Capital to open a company in Finland
Since 1 July 2019, in Finland there is on minimum share capital requirement for private limited companies (or Oy-s) which used to be 2500 € before this amendment in the Limited Liability Companies Act was confirmed. This change has made starting a business in Finland as a foreigner easier as there is no need to travel to Finland to immediately open a bank account that was necessary to deposit the share capital. Therefore, one of the main obstacles that delayed the company formation process has now been removed.
That has streamlined the company establishment through automation of registration and the company’s digital reporting. These changes aimed to ease the company formation for micro and small-sized companies by lowering the personal responsibility associated with the expenses of setting up a company. Unlike in Estonia, distributing dividends does not depend on whether you have made the share capital payment or not. However, this change only applies to private limited companies, as public limited companies still have the minimum share capital requirement of 80,000 €.
2. Finland’s e-services for running a business
Since January 2021, the e-Authorization system has fully replaced the old Katso service. As of August 2025, continues to be the central platform for accessing Finnish e-services, including tax filings, business registrations, and government communications.
The examples of organizations that use e-services you need or might find useful as a company owner, include the Finnish Tax Administration, Incomes Register, Business Finland, ELY Centre, Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland, and many more.
Tip: Activate Messages during login to receive official notifications electronically. This is now recommended for both personal and business use
3. Funding Opportunities for Business in Finland
There are multiple opportunities to get grants or loans to grow your Finnish company. For example, Business Finland has many different funding programs to cover a range of circumstances, depending on your company’s needs. The fundings are intended for startups that are aiming for international markets, small and medium-sized companies that want to develop their activities and boost export, or large companies that are looking to renew themselves or carry out research.
There’s plenty of information on the Business Finland site that will help you decide which grant or loan meets the criteria and needs of your company. For example, Tempo offers up to €60,000 for early-stage international market testing, Young Innovative Company (YIC) provide up to €1.25 million in phased grants and loans, Deep Tech Accelerator (DTA) is perfect or science-based startups with long development cycles, and Explorer Funding can help with €10,000–50,000 for market research and feasibility studies. Finland’s Energy Aid and Circular Economy Investment Grants support sustainable business models and green innovation
4. 90-Day Helsinki Program and Relocation
he 90 Day Finn Program lets you experience what your company’s future could look like in Helsinki. Helsinki Business Hub has a unique 90-day Helsinki Program to help international talent feel at home in Helsinki. This means that selected applicants will have arrangements for all the documentation needed for a 90-day stay. In three weeks (or 90 days if you want to stay on), you’ll connect with cutting-edge networks, access fresh market opportunities, and explore Helsinki’s unique blend of ambition and sustainability.
International House Helsinki now offers free relocation guidance for entrepreneurs and their families moving to the capital region. Services include:
- Personalized online consultations
- Help with immigration, housing, schooling, and administrative tasks
- Support for work- and family-based relocation.
5. A Strong Support System and Vast Amount of Information
- Helsinki Business Hub
Helsinki Business Hub provides free advice on various topics for foreign companies if you are interested in conducting business in the Finnish capital region. They can help you get connected with the right people or Finnish companies based on your business needs as they have a long list of trustworthy partners who provide various services from accounting to marketing and co-working spaces. 1Office is also Helsinki Business Hub’s partner, and we are happy to help if you need assistance with company formation, legal address, accounting, or tax registrations.
You can contact Helsinki Business Hub if you need information about your business area, relevant public authorities, operating environment, costs, and so on. They can share information about public financing meant for foreign companies that do business in Helsinki or private international investors for Finland-based startups.
- Suomi.fi
Suomi.fi offers various information about different aspects for businesses in Finland, such as starting a company, responsibilities and obligations, financing a business, and more. They also share the latest news important for Finnish companies, such as updates in the laws and regulations.
New in 2025: now includes developer tools and support clinics for organizations deploying digital services. These are especially helpful for tech startups.
Finland remains a top destination for foreign entrepreneurs thanks to its transparent regulations, digital infrastructure, and supportive startup ecosystem. With no minimum share capital, remote registration, and generous funding options, launching a business here is easier than ever.
If you’re ready to start, you can register a business in just 20 minutes via the my1Office platform, or choose a full company formation package that includes a legal address, tax registrations, and accounting. Contact us today to find the best solution for your business goals in Finland.
