Ireland in Finland
Ireland and Finland are highly developed, prosperous and like-minded EU partners. We are also friends with a respected legacy of contributing to and enhancing international peace and respect for the rule of law.
The friendship and connections between Ireland and Finland stretch back through centuries, with similar experiences of famine and conflict.
Finland has been a close friend and trusted partner to the Northern Ireland peace process, and played a crucial role in decommissioning weapons in Northern Ireland in early 2000. These connections further solidified the relationship between our countries, which has been built on a foundation of trust and respect.
Growing links
There are growing trade and business links between Ireland and Finland. In 2023, both countries had merchandise trade valued at €472 million, but our services trade volume has been close to €3 billion annually in recent years.
Tourism between our countries is aided by direct flights between Helsinki and Dublin on Finnair. Finns travel to Ireland for golf, music, green fields and whiskey, while Irish tourists come for sauna culture, art and design, forests and of course, to visit Santa Claus in Rovaniemi, Lapland.
Embassy of Ireland, Finland
The Embassy works to promote and protect Irish interests in Finland, strengthen political and economic relationships, support the Irish community and promote cultural ties and the Irish arts.
Our partners
The Embassy works closely with Irish State Agencies in Finland and at home, to promote trade, tourism and inward investment.
Enterprise Ireland
Enterprise Ireland is the government organisation responsible for the development and growth of Irish enterprises in world markets.
IDA Ireland
Promoting foreign direct investment into Ireland through a wide range of services.
Tourism Ireland
Marketing the island of Ireland overseas as a holiday and business tourism destination.
Bord Bia
The role of Bord Bia, the Irish Food Board, is to act as a link between Irish food, drink and horticulture suppliers, and existing and potential customers throughout the world.