About Finland's Correctional System
Finland's correctional system is managed by the Criminal Sanctions Agency (RISE). For inmate searches, use the official contacts listed below or contact the facility directly using the phone numbers on this page. Where available, the facility listings below include addresses, inmate capacity, and descriptive information.
For US citizens detained in Finland, contact US Embassy Finland at +358 9 6162 5000 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US.
Finland Resources & Legal Services
Key Finland Prison Contacts
| Agency / Contact | Location | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal Sanctions Agency (RISE) | Finland | +358-29-56-86100 | Visit Site |
| US Embassy Finland | Finland | +358 9 6162 5000 | Visit Site |
| US State Dept Emergency (from US) | Washington DC | 1-888-407-4747 | Visit Site |
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Finland's main remand prison in the capital. Located in the Kamppi district. Houses pre-trial detainees and short-sentence prisoners from the Helsinki judicial district. One of the oldest prisons still in use in Finland.
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Finland's only maximum-security prison. Located in Riihim�ki 70km north of Helsinki. Houses Finland's most dangerous and long-term sentenced male offenders. Part of the Criminal Sanctions Agency (RISE).
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Open prison and closed prison in Kerava near Helsinki. The open unit allows prisoners to work outside the prison during the day. Finland is internationally known for its rehabilitative open prison system.
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Closed prison in Oulu northern Finland. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners from northern Finland.
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Closed prison in Turku Finland's third largest city. Houses sentenced male offenders. Part of the Criminal Sanctions Agency network.
Finland Prison FAQ
Browse the facility listings on this page to find the specific institution, then contact them directly using the phone number listed. For US citizens detained in Finland, contact US Embassy Finland at +358 9 6162 5000 immediately.
Contact US Embassy Finland at +358 9 6162 5000 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US. Consular officers can visit detained Americans, provide lists of local attorneys, and notify family members.
Visitation rules vary significantly by facility and security level in Finland. You will typically need to be on an approved visitor list, present valid government-issued photo ID, and comply with the facility's dress code. Contact the specific facility directly using the phone number listed on this page to confirm current visitation hours and requirements.
Contact Finnish Bar Association for referrals to qualified criminal defense attorneys in Finland. The US Embassy can also provide a list of local attorneys. You can also find a criminal lawyer through our directory.
Each Finland facility has its own approved methods for receiving inmate funds. Contact the facility directly using the phone numbers listed on this page for current accepted payment methods, deposit limits, and procedures.