Verotiedotus

Verotiedotus is a Finnish term that refers to a system of public disclosure of information about tax returns of individuals and businesses. The system is administered by the Finnish Tax Administration and is based on the Finnish Tax Procedure Act.

In Finland, verotiedotus is a mandatory system that provides a way for the public to access information about tax returns submitted by individuals and businesses. The information made publicly available includes details such as taxable income, tax payments, and deductions. However, sensitive information such as social security numbers, addresses, and bank account details is not included in the publicly accessible data.

The primary purpose of verotiedotus is to promote transparency and openness in taxation. By publishing tax return information, the system aims to help prevent tax evasion and promote tax compliance. Taxpayers who have submitted tax returns are notified about the publication of their information and are given the opportunity to inspect and correct their data before it is made publicly available.

Access to verotiedotus is not subject to any restrictions in Finland. Anyone can access the information and search for specific details using the Tax Administration's online services. The system is considered to be in line with the principles of openness and transparency enshrined in the Finnish Publicity Act.