Startup a business in Finland
INNOVATE IN A STATE OF HAPPINESS
Welcome to Finland, one of the fastest-growing startup scenes in the world, offering a vibrant ecosystem of accelerators, angel investors and VCs.
Finland offers a stable business environment ideal for startups, particularly as a testbed for new technologies. In Finland, you have everything you need: a highly educated and tech-savvy population, robust infrastructure for testing, and leading-edge knowledge in digital technologies. The country is at the forefront of emerging trends such as artificial intelligence, 5G networks, sustainable energy innovations, and advanced biotechnologies, making it an exceptional hub for cutting-edge technological development.
Finnish Startup Permit
Innovative startup founders from outside the EU/EEA can apply for a startup permit, which is initially issued for a maximum of two years. Before applying, Business Finland evaluates whether your business model, team, and resources show potential for rapid growth.
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Innovative startup founders from outside the EU/EEA can apply for a startup permit, which is initially issued for a maximum of two years. Before applying, Business Finland evaluates whether your business model, team, and resources show potential for rapid growth.
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Programs and networks
Our programs focus on a specific theme or sector and offer startups related contacts and company information. Fields range from digitalization to health and wellbeing.
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Our programs focus on a specific theme or sector and offer startups related contacts and company information. Fields range from digitalization to health and wellbeing.
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