Finland Migration Service has decided to close 26 centers for adopting refugees, which is part of a response strategy to reduce the number of asylum seekers. 18 of these centers are planned to be closed by the end of this year, and another 8 in February 2026. Such a measure is due to a significant reduction in the flow of refugees that have come to the country, in particular from Ukraine.
According to recent statistics, the number of asylum applications in Finland has decreased by 45% compared to 2023. This reduction is especially pronounced among those who come from Ukraine, although the country continues to accept some refugees, in particular from other regions.
The closure of the centers is part of a large -scale reorganization aimed at optimizing resources, in particular residential and financial, in the context of reducing the need for such centers. Refugees who are currently residing in these centers will be able to apply for an official residence permit in Finland.
Finland is not the only country that faces this problem, because the reduction of refugee flow and the overall decline in the number of migration flows is a common trend in EU countries. However, in the context of internal political processes, this solution is also an important step to strengthen the financial stability of the state.
The Finnish authorities claim that they will do their best to protect the rights of those who are already in the country. At the same time, the reorganization of the refugee reception system aims to focus on more efficient use of available resources and assistance to people who are already in the country.
It remains unknown as this decision will affect the overall state of migration policy in Finland, as the number of asylum seekers in Europe may vary depending on the political situation in other countries of the world. However, the government of the country believes that reducing refugees will focus on integration and providing proper assistance to existing citizens.
