In Finland, starting March 2, 2027, applicants for Finnish citizenship will have to take an exam on their knowledge of Finnish society. Yle reports, writes UNN.
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It notes that the exam is being developed by the University of Helsinki. It won a competition conducted by the Finnish Immigration Service.
The exam will test knowledge of the structure of Finnish society and its basic principles. The questions will concern legislation, fundamental human rights, equality, as well as Finland’s history and culture.
The exam is intended for people of working age—from 18 to 65. It will be conducted electronically in Finnish or Swedish.
Those who have graduated from an upper secondary school or higher education institution in Finnish or Swedish will be exempt from taking the exam.
Those who submitted their applications by March 2, 2027, will not have to take the exam.
Approximately 800,000 euros has been allocated to prepare the test. According to the Finnish Immigration Service, the University of Helsinki will use these funds to prepare educational materials, develop the exam, and be able to improve it if necessary over a period of four years.