Travel Advisory
1. Finland’s Intelligence Service recently published the National Security Overview 2025, which identifies cyber threats, foreign interference, and Russia as the primary security concerns for Finland. The Embassy of Malaysia in Helsinki together with Finnish authorities are also closely monitoring the U.S. stance on Russia and its potential implications for regional stability.
Finnish Security and Intelligence Service / National Security Overview 2025
2. Finland’s security environment changed following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, but the country remains well-prepared for various crises and incidents. As stated by the Finnish Government, Finland is not facing an immediate military threat.
3. Taking all into consideration, The Embassy of Malaysia in Helsinki wishes to advise fellow Malaysian travelers to:
(i) Exercise continuous precaution and vigilance with your surroundings – Stay informed by following credible news sources and government updates. Additionally this is equally important as pickpocketing is a common phenomena everywhere around the world regardless of any country.
(ii) Register with the Embassy – This will help facilitate communication and consular services if needed. Further contact details as peer below:
Embassy of Malaysia, Helsinki
3rd Floor, World Trade Center, Aleksanterinkatu 17, 00100 Helsinki
+358-10-3202030
mwhelsinki@kln.gov.my / chancery@malaysianembassy.fi
(iii) Ensure your passport is valid – Avoid travel disruptions by checking its validity in advance.
(iv) In case of emergency, dial 112 – Finland’s emergency number for immediate assistance.
Stay safe, remain calm, and keep yourself informed.
Resources on Crisis Preparedness from the Finnish Government: