Legal Ages in Finland

The age you become an adult in Finland, and the legal ages for voting, driving, drinking alcohol and marriage, with the exceptions that matter.

Age of majority 18 Voting age 18 Driving age 18 Drinking age 18 / 20 Marriage age 18

Age of majority in Finland

You are an adult at 18.

Voting age in Finland

You can vote at 18.

Driving age in Finland

You can get a car licence at 18, or at 17 with an exemption.

Drinking age in Finland

18 / 20

You can buy drinks up to 22% alcohol at 18, and stronger drinks at Alko, the state shop, at 20.

Marriage age in Finland

The minimum age is 18 with no exceptions since 2019.

Checked 22 October 2026 against national laws and government sites. Laws change and this is a summary, not legal advice; check with the authority that applies to you.

Age calculator

Your exact age today, and the date you turn 16, 18 or 21.

Emergency numbers in Finland

Police, ambulance and fire numbers, plus helplines.

Finnish public holidays 2026

Every holiday with its date and long weekends.