Registration of a foreigner's personal data in the Population Information System

Do the following

1. Request a personal identity code by filling out the online form

   • If you do not have a Finnish personal identity code, you can apply for a personal identity code and municipality of residense using this form. A municipality of residence may be granted if the conditions for this are met.
   • You can also request a personal identity code on the same form for your child who is under 18 and moving to Finland at the same time with you. Only one of the child's parents request the personal identity code for the child, so please submit only one request for the child.

   Request a personal identity code by filling out the online form

   Filling out the form does not require authentication

   If you are not able to use the online form, print out and deliver the filled-out paper form. You will find a link to the paper form at the bottom of the page.

2. If required, fill out the forms on your family relationships

   You must also present us with an official certificate showing the information (for example marriage or parenthood). Check if the document must be legalised or translated.

   Legalisation of foreign documents

   Notification of marriage outside Finland Nofification of a child born outside Finland

   Read more

   Marriage concluded abroad

   Registering a child born abroad

3. Book an appointment to personal visit

   Book an appointment to service "Registration of a foreigner´s personal data".

   • Everyone requesting for the personal identity code must visit in person, including children.
   • If you are a student, first check with your educational institution or tutor, if they have booked a joint visit.

   Book an appointment for the registration of a foreigner's personal data

   Please bring with you the appropriate documents for your situation to your appointment:

   • a valid passport or an official photo ID card of a citizen from an EU member country, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, or San Marino
   • a residence permit card or any other possible proof that you are residing legally in Finland
   • a certificate of registration of the right of residence for EU citizens
   • proof of work or studies in Finland, for example, a certificate of student status or an employment contract (employee, check your right to work)
   • if you are also requesting the registration of family relationships in addition to the personal identity code, bring completed forms and, if required, legalised and translated certificates.