Väestörekisteriote

The Väestörekisteriote, often translated as a population register extract or certificate of population information, is a document issued in Finland that provides official details about an individual registered in the Finnish Population Information System. This system, managed by the Digital and Population Data Services Agency (Digi- ja väestötietovirasto), holds comprehensive information about all persons residing in or having a connection to Finland.

A Väestörekisteriote serves as proof of identity and contains key personal data such as name, personal identity code (henkilötunnus), date and place of birth, citizenship, residential address, and marital status. Depending on the specific type of extract requested, it may also include information about parents, children, or previous addresses. The purpose of the Väestörekisteriote is to provide official confirmation of an individual's registered data for various administrative, legal, or personal purposes.

Individuals can request a Väestörekisteriote for themselves or for another person if they have a legitimate reason and the necessary consent, or if permitted by law. These extracts are commonly used for official procedures like opening bank accounts, applying for permits, verifying identity for employment, or for genealogical research. The information provided is considered official and legally binding.