tullihallinnon

Tullihallinto, or the Finnish Customs Administration, is a government agency in Finland responsible for customs control, border regulation, and the administration of duties and taxes on goods entering or leaving the country. It operates under the Ministry of Finance and serves to enforce national and EU customs rules, including tariff classifications, origin marking, licensing for restricted goods, and compliance with import and export restrictions and sanctions. The agency handles customs declarations, collects duties and value-added tax on imports, and enforces excise duties where applicable.

Key functions include preventing smuggling and customs fraud, conducting inspections at border crossings, and coordinating with police and other authorities to ensure security and compliance. Tullihallinto also issues permits and manages movements for regulated items such as dual‑use goods, weapons, medicines, and protected species, while conducting risk assessments to facilitate legitimate trade.

Organizationally, the agency is led by a director general and operates through regional offices and border points at ports, airports, and land crossings. It provides services to traders and travelers, including electronic declarations, guidance on procedures, and rulings on tariff classification and origin. The agency maintains information systems for declarations and decisions and publishes guidance and statistics for transparency and planning.

As a member of the European Union, Finland’s customs administration participates in EU-wide procedures and cooperation with other member states and EU agencies, such as OLAF. It aligns with EU customs rules, contributes to the security and efficiency of cross‑border trade, and supports the internal market through consistent enforcement and service delivery.