Old Decisions, New Interpretations: When a Negative Decision Deserves Review

When immigration law or its interpretation changes, earlier negative decisions may be reopened. Under Finnish administrative law, a rejected Migri case can be reconsidered if new facts or legal grounds emerge that could alter the outcome.

Dual National Revocation Risks

Dual Nationals and Revocation Risks | Legally.fi Dual Nationals and Revocation Risks Legal Clarity Before Problems Arise For dual nationals, Finnish citizenship has long symbolised stability and belonging. The amendments to the Citizenship Act that take effect in December 2025 introduce an important but rarely discussed principle: the potential loss of citizenship. The change does […]

Citizenship and Proof of Livelihood & Identity

Stable Livelihood, Clear Record, Verified Identity | Legally.fi Stable Livelihood, Clear Record, Verified Identity What the New Citizenship Rules Mean in Practice While public debate has centred on the longer residence time, the real substance of Finland’s new citizenship reform lies in evidence. The amendments entering into force on 17 December 2025 make stable livelihood […]

Citizenship 2025

Citizenship in Transition | Understand the New 2025 Requirements Before You Apply | Legally.fi Citizenship in Transition Understand the New 2025 Requirements Before You Apply The Finnish Citizenship Act (Kansalaisuuslaki) is undergoing its most significant tightening in over a decade. On 24 October 2025, the President confirmed amendments that will come into force on 17 […]