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Finland set to launch tourist tax from 2027 as municipalities gain new revenue powers
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Published on 24 April 2026
Cities could decide if you pay next decade
Finland is considering a tourist tax that would let local municipalities collect revenue from visitors. The charge could apply to both domestic and international tourists staying in paid accommodation, with proceeds earmarked for local infrastructure and services. If the plan is approved, it could roll out from 2027, while individual municipalities decide in their 2028 budgets whether to adopt it.
- Finland’s proposed tourist tax could start as early as 2027
- Both domestic and international tourists in paid accommodation may pay
- Municipalities would use funds for local infrastructure and services
- Local adoption would be decided during 2028 budget planning
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