Exchange your driver's licence (for logistics/delivery work)
EU/EEA licences valid in Finland. Non-EU licences must be exchanged within 2 years of establishing residency.
Why it matters
Driving professionally (taxi, truck, delivery) in Finland with an invalid licence is illegal and employers can be fined.
When to do it
Non-EU: within 2 years of registering your address
How it works
EU/EEA licences: valid as-is, no action needed. Non-EU: exchange at Traficom. Some countries have a direct exchange agreement, others require a Finnish driving test. For professional/truck licences, additional training (CAP) is needed. Apply via Traficom e-service or at a licence office.
Traficom — Driver's licencesPractical tips
- Check if your country has an exchange agreement with Finland at traficom.fi
- Some countries: direct swap. Others: full Finnish test (expensive)
- For truck/bus professional licences, you also need the CAP qualification
- Bring original licence, passport, and proof of Finnish residency
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