Finland caps work-permit delays and gives exploited employees more protection from 27 October
New law caps Finland’s work-permit decisions at three months and extends protections for exploited workers
Helsinki proposes expanded cyber-surveillance powers for Supo, with Border Guard support
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EU rights agency bulletin flags Finland’s plan to extend Border Security Act to 2028, notes 200 km fence completion
A new FRA bulletin—published 22 October—highlights Finland’s bid to prolong its Border Security Act until end-2028 and confirms the completion of a 200-km fence on the Russian border. The update signals that the passenger-traffic closure is likely to persist, with implications for corporate travel and assignment planning.
Passenger numbers at Finnish airports rise 7 % year-on-year, but capacity pinch looms
Statistics Finland says September 2026 passenger volumes at Finnish airports climbed 7 percent year-on-year to 1.8 million, with international routes driving growth. Finavia warns that ground-handling resources are tight during peak hours, advising travellers to build in extra time at Helsinki-Vantaa.