Veterinary surgeons

In Finland, only licensed veterinary surgeons are permitted to practice. In addition, practicing as veterinarians is permitted for students of veterinary science and veterinarians from a European Economic Community state other than Finland, who hold a temporary license to practice as veterinary surgeons.

There are about 1,800 veterinary practitioners in Finland. Veterinary surgeons are trained in Finland at the University of Helsinki Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.

The Finnish Food Safety Authority Evira licenses veterinary practitioners and acts as the authority ensuring compliance of veterinary practice with the legislation.