Welcome to the Finnish Heritage Agency’s Permit and Collections Service

Through this service, you can ask our experts about the collections of the Finnish Heritage Agency and the Finnish National Museum, as well as the Finnish Heritage Agency’s archival materials.

Whether you are looking for information on photographs, archaeological finds, historical objects, or archival materials, we will help you find the right resources. In the service, you can also request materials for consultation and submit permit applications, notifications, and orders.

Instructions related to transactions have been compiled on the Instructions page.

How it works

  1. Start by selecting the correct form from the options below.
  2. Ask your question or fill in the application.
  3. Our experts will reply to you personally.

Prices and processing times

Asking questions and receiving guidance is free of charge. Some services provided by the Finnish Heritage Agency, however, require logging in and may be subject to a fee.
Price list of the Finnish Heritage Agency’s services (in Finnish)

Processing times for different inquiries, permits, and orders vary. You will find more information on processing times and prices in connection with each form.

Collections and Information Service

Permit Matters

Import and Export Permits

Instructions for the import and export of objects are on the Finnish Heritage Agency’s website.

Digital Materials in Other Services

You can explore our materials published online around the clock.

Websites of the Finnish Heritage Agency and the Finnish National Museum