Skip to Content

Guardianship of a minor child   

The property of a person under the age of 18 belongs to them, but their guardian acts as their trustee and is responsible for their financial affairs.

New: at the Guardianship e-service you can make a property invertory, an annual statement, a final statement and apply for permits online. The e-service is available in Finnish and Swedish language.

Guardianship e-service

Are the custodians of a child missing from the Population Information System?

Please notify us if the information of a minor child is missing details about their parents or custodians. Read the instructions on our webpage Registering a child born abroad.

Do you need help?

Read the frequently asked questions about guardianship of a minor.

Telephone service: 0295 536 256.

Service hours: Mon–Fri 9–15.

Laws related to the matter

Guardianship Services Act (442/1999)