Personal identity code in Åland

A personal identity code is needed for identification in government systems and for purposes such as payroll processing and applying for benefits. Population matters in Åland, such as applications for a Finnish personal identity code and registration in the population register, are handled by the Local Register Office at the State Department of Åland.

The same rules apply in Åland as in Finland. The page Personal identity code in Finland provides information on why a personal identity code is needed and when you can apply for one. Information on population registration and what it entails can be found on the page Population registration in Åland.

If you move to Åland permanently from a Nordic country, a Finnish personal identity code and population registration are granted after the move has been notified to the Local Register Office at the State Department of Åland in Mariehamn. This notification is done in person, and a valid form of identification must be presented. Read more about personal identity codes and population matters on the website of the State Department of Åland.

Non-Nordic citizens must have a certificate of right of residence for EU citizens, a residence permit card, or other proof of legal residence in Finland in order to apply for a personal identity code. These types of matters are handled by the Finnish Immigration Service. Read more about the Finnish Immigration Service’s presence in Åland on the page Residence and work permits in Åland.

Personal identity code for work or study

For temporary stays of less than one year, a valid reason is required to obtain a personal identity code; a valid reason could be, for example, work or study. Applications for a tax-related personal identity code are submitted to the Tax Administration, and an in-person appointment must be scheduled with the Åland Tax Office. Further information is available on the Tax Administration’s website.

On the Info Norden website there is information on personal identity codes in the other Nordic countries, as well as contact information for the authorities that can answer questions.