Changes to public services, social security and social affairs.
The National Pensions Index will rise by 2.3 per cent in 2027, but only some benefits follow it. The general social security benefit during unemployment, child care allowances and the study grant stay at 2026 levels.
Since 1 April 2026, people whose residence permit application is refused are no longer covered by Kela's residence-based benefits, even if they appeal. InfoFinland explains the exceptions.
Kela raised pensions, disability allowances, social assistance and conscript's allowance by 0.5 per cent at the start of 2026. Most other benefits remain frozen until 2027.
On 1 May 2026, Kela's new general social security benefit replaced the labour market subsidy and the basic unemployment allowance paid by Kela.
