Voimassaoloja
Voimassaoloja refers to the periods during which something is valid or legally in effect. In Finnish administrative and legal language, voimassaolo describes the state of being current or enforceable, while voimassaoloja is the plural form applied to multiple such periods. A validity period is defined by the issuing authority, contract terms, or the design of a product or service. It generally begins when the item becomes usable or approved and ends on a defined expiration date or upon a triggering event such as revocation, policy update, or breach of conditions. The exact rules for start and end can vary by domain.
Common contexts include documents and identification (passports, national ID cards, driver’s licenses, official certificates), licenses and
Renewal can be automatic or requires an application, payment, or updated information. If validity expires, the
Related concepts include voimassaolo, expiration date, revocation, and renewal. See also: certificates, licenses, and warranties.