COVID-19 Vaccinations
Coronavirus vaccines prevent serious disease and deaths caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
Recommended basic series of the coronavirus vaccine
A single-dose basic series recommends for individuals who have not previously received COVID-19 vaccinations.
A single-dose basic series is recommended for:
- persons aged 18 and over
- persons aged 12 and over who are in a risk group (in Finnish: Vakavan koronataudin riskiryhmät – THL)
For those with severe immunodeficiency, starting from 6 months of age, a two-dose basic series is recommended. For persons who have received a stem cell transplant: 2–3 doses based on the individual’s situation. (in Finnish: Voimakkaasti immuunipuutteisten koronarokotukset – THL)
Basic series vaccinations are recommended regardless of how many times one has had COVID-19-infection.
For healthy persons under the age of 65, the basic series provides good protection against severe COVID-19, and booster doses are not needed.
COVID-19 booster doses and schedule
Administration of the 2024 booster vaccines will begin in August, and vaccinations will be carried out in three phases. The vaccines are free of charge for target groups. Booster vaccines will be given during the fall of 2024.
THL recommends booster doses for the following target groups:
In the first phase, during August-September, vaccines are offered to:
- elderly residents of care homes or elderly clients who use home care services regularly;
- persons aged 80 and over; and
- persons of all ages with severe immunodeficiency.
In the second phase, during September-October, vaccines are offered to:
- persons aged 75–79
The following groups are offered booster doses alongside flu vaccinations from 21st of October 2024:
- persons aged 65 and older
- all persons aged 18 and over with any condition that increases the risk of severe COVID-19. (In Finnish Vakavan taudin riskiryhmät – THL)
- pregnant women
A booster dose may also be needed for others under special circumstances, based on individual consideration and medical risk assessment.
For those with severe immunodeficiency, booster doses may be given based on the treating physician’s individual assessment.
Effect of previous illness or previous COVID-19 vaccine dose on booster doses
Vaccination is recommended for target groups regardless of how many booster doses person has previously received or how many times they have had COVID-19-infection.
It is recommended to have at least six months between the previous COVID-19 vaccine dose and the booster dose.
We recommend that persons who have had COVID-19 receive the vaccine no earlier than 6 months after recovering from the illness.
If an individual contracted the disease this summer (2024), they do not need a booster dose for protection during the fall or winter of 2024–2025. If necessary, the vaccine can be given under special circumstances based on individual consideration.
What vaccines are used and what do they contain?
In Finland, Comirnaty JN.1 -mRNA -vaccines are used for different age groups.
Vaccination points and appointment bookings
In the first phase, during August-September, vaccines are offered to:
- elderly residents of care homes or elderly clients who use home care services regularly;
- persons aged 80 and over; and
- persons of all ages with severe immunodeficiency.
In the second phase, during September-October, vaccines are offered to:
- persons aged 75–79
In the third phase, starting from October 21st, vaccines are offered to:
- persons aged 65 and older
- all persons aged 18 and over with any condition that increases the risk of severe COVID-19. (In Finnish Vakavan taudin riskiryhmät – THL)
Appointment bookings for these times will open 23rd of September 2024. Book your vaccination appointment primarily electronically.
You can find appointment instructions and vaccination clinics in your district by clicking on the name of your residential district.
Coronavirus vaccinations for over 12-year-olds
Appointment bookings
A time for a coronavirus vaccination can be booked electronically here.
You can book online at any time. Strong authentication is required for the booking.
A vaccination time can also be booked by telephone.
Kruunupyy healthcarestation, Monday – Thursday: 8:00-15:00, Friday: 8:00-14:00
tel. 040 806 5700
Säbrontie 1, 68500 Kruunupyy
Alaveteli healthcarestation, Monday – Thursday: 8:00-15:00, Friday: 8:00-14:00
tel. 040 806 5700
Misterhultintie 4, 68410 Alaveteli
Teerijärvi healthcarestation, Monday – Thursday: 8:00-15:00, Friday: 8:00-14:00
tel. 040 806 5700
Hörbyntie 8, 68700 Teerijärvi
Coronavirus vaccinations for under 12-year-olds
Children under 12 are vaccinated following an individual assessment by the treating physician. Please contact the healthcare facility for further information.
Guardian’s consent for giving a vaccination to a minor
All guardians of the child must consent to the administration of the coronavirus vaccination. Consent can be given either orally or in writing. Fill in the consent form (in Finnish) in advance and take it with you to the vaccination visit.
Coronavirus vaccinations for over 12-year-olds
Anyone over the age of 5 can book a time for a coronavirus vaccination.
Appointment bookings
A time for a coronavirus vaccination can be booked electronically here.
You can book online at any time. Strong authentication is required for the booking.
Appointment bookings are also available by telephone on 06 781 0330 Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8-14.
Vaccination clinics
Pietarsaari (Jakobstad)
Malmi Health Centre: Kolpintie 7, 68600 Pietarsaari
Vaccinations are given at the A-entrance of the Malmska Healthcare Centre.
Uusikaarlepyy (Nykarleby)
Uusikaarlepyy Healthcare Centre: Mathesiuksenkatu 9, A-entrance, 66900 Uusikaarlepyy
Pedersöre
Pännäinen (Bennäs) Healthcare Centre: Vaasantie 1, 68910 Pännäinen
Ähtävän (Esse) Healthcare Centre: Bärklarintie 3, 68810 Ytteresse
Luoto (Larsmo)
Luoto Healthcare Centre: Pajutie 2 B, 68570 Luoto
Coronavirus vaccinations for under 12-year-olds
Children under 12 are vaccinated following an individual assessment by the treating physician. Please contact the healthcare facility for further information.
Guardian’s consent for giving a vaccination to a minor
All guardians of the child must consent to the administration of the coronavirus vaccination. Consent can be given either orally or in writing. Fill in the consent form (in Finnish) in advance and take it with you to the vaccination visit.
Coronavirus vaccinations for over 12-year-olds
Appointment bookings
Corona vaccination times are primarily booked electronically here. Appointment bookings can also be made by telephone using the following numbers:
Mustasaari Health Care Centre: 26.8.-15.9.2024 Tuesdays and Thursdays 12:15–15:00 Tel. 044 424 9114. From 16.9.2024 Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00–15:00 Tel. 06 218 4275
Oravainen-Vöyri Health Care Centre: 26.8.-15.9.2024 Tuesdays and Thursdays 12:15–15:00 Tel. 040 529 1253. From 16.9.2024 Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00–15:00 Tel. 06 218 4275
Vaccination clinics
Mustasaari Health Care Centre: Vanha Karperöntie 17, 65610 Mustasaari
Oravainen-Vöyri Health Care Centre: Öyrintie 25, 66800 Oravainen
Coronavirus vaccinations for under 12-year-olds
Children under 12 are vaccinated following an individual assessment by the treating physician. Please contact the healthcare facility for further information.
Mustasaari Child Welfare Clinic (entrance E): Vanha Karperöntie 17 B, 65610 Mustasaari. Tel. 06 218 4266 Mon-Fri 08:00 – 12:00 pm.
Oravainen-Vöyri Child Welfare Clinic : Öyrintie 25, 66800 Oravainen. Tel. 044 727 7398 Mon-Fri 09:00-10:00.
Guardian’s consent for giving a vaccination to a minor
All guardians of the child must consent to the administration of the coronavirus vaccination. Consent can be given either orally or in writing. Fill in the consent form (in Finnish) in advance and take it with you to the vaccination visit.
Coronavirus vaccinations for over 12-year-olds
A vaccination appointment must be booked in advance either online or by phone.
Appointment bookings
A time for a coronavirus vaccination can be booked electronically here.
Times are placed in the electronic reservation system as COVID-19 vaccines suitable for different age groups arrive at healthcare stations. Some online booking times may be on weekends.
Appointment bookings can also be made by telephone using the following numbers:
Vaasa: Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9:00-14:00 Tel. 040 679 0680.
Vähäkyrö: Mondays-Fridays 12:00–13:00 Tel. 040 512 3025.
Vaccination clinics
Vaasa: First floor of H-building in the Vasa central hospital, Hietalahdenkatu 2-4, 65100 Vaasa and and Child Welfare Clinic, Tammikaivontie 4, building 3, 2nd floor, 65100 Vaasa
Vähäkyrö Healthcare Station: Vähänkyröntie 18, 66500 Vähäkyrö
Coronavirus vaccinations for under 12-year-olds
Children under 12 are vaccinated following an individual assessment by the treating physician. Please contact the healthcare facility for further information.
Guardian’s consent for giving a vaccination to a minor
All guardians of the child must consent to the administration of the coronavirus vaccination. Consent can be given either orally or in writing. Fill in the consent form (in Finnish) in advance and take it with you to the vaccination visit.
Coronavirus vaccinations for over 12-year-olds
Appointment bookings
A time for a coronavirus vaccination can be booked electronically here.
You can also book an appointment by calling 040 184 0462 Monday-Friday 14:30-15:30.
Vaccination clinic
Laihia Health Station: Vallinmäentie 43, 66400 Laihia
Coronavirus vaccinations for under 12-year-olds
Children under 12 are vaccinated following an individual assessment by the treating physician. Please contact the healthcare facility for further information.
Appointment bookings
The time can be booked electronically here or at Laihian lastenneuvola (Laihia Child Healthcare Clinic) tel. 050 331 6422 and 040 703 3298 Monday-Friday 11:00-11:30.
Vaccination clinic
Laihia Child Welfare Clinic: Vallinmäentie 43, 66400 Laihia
Guardian’s consent for giving a vaccination to a minor
All guardians of the child must consent to the administration of the coronavirus vaccination. Consent can be given either orally or in writing. Fill in the consent form (in Finnish) in advance and take it with you to the vaccination visit.
Coronavirus vaccinations for over 12-year-olds
Appointment bookings
A time for a coronavirus vaccination can be booked electronically here.
Vaccination time can be booked by calling 26.8.-15.9.2024 Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00–11:00 Tel. 040 650 7977. From 16.9.2024 Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00–15:00 Tel. 06 218 4275.
Vaccination clinics
Maalahti-Korsnäs Health Station: Tamppitie 2, 66100 Maalahti
Korsnäs Healthcare Centre: Norrbyntie 9, 66200 Korsnäs
Coronavirus vaccinations for under 12-year-olds
Children under 12 are vaccinated following an individual assessment by the treating physician. Please contact the healthcare facility for further information.
Guardian’s consent for giving a vaccination to a minor
All guardians of the child must consent to the administration of the coronavirus vaccination. Consent can be given either orally or in writing. Fill in the consent form (in Finnish) in advance and take it with you to the vaccination visit.
Coronavirus vaccinations for over 12-year-olds
Appointment bookings
A time for a coronavirus vaccination can be booked electronically here.
A vaccination time can also be booked by telephone at the number 06 218 7601 Monday-Friday 9:30-10:00.
Vaccination clinics
Pirttikylä (Pörtom) Healthcare Station: Keskustie 13, 66270 Pirttikylä
Närpiö (Närpes) Maternity Clinic: Närpiöntie 4, 64200 Närpiö
Coronavirus vaccinations for under 12-year-olds
Children under 12 are vaccinated following an individual assessment by the treating physician. Please contact the healthcare facility for further information.
Guardian’s consent for giving a vaccination to a minor
All guardians of the child must consent to the administration of the coronavirus vaccination. Consent can be given either orally or in writing. Fill in the consent form (in Finnish) in advance and take it with you to the vaccination visit.
Coronavirus vaccinations for over 12-year-olds
Appointment bookings
A time for a coronavirus vaccination can be booked electronically here.
Coronavirus vaccination times can be booked by telephone at the Kaskinen Health Centre on 045 129 5913 Monday-Friday 13-15.
Vaccination clinic
Kaskinen Health Centre: Sulkukatu 11 A, 64260 Kaskinen
Coronavirus vaccinations for under 12-year-olds
Children under 12 are vaccinated following an individual assessment by the treating physician. Please contact the healthcare facility for further information.
Guardian’s consent for giving a vaccination to a minor
All guardians of the child must consent to the administration of the coronavirus vaccination. Consent can be given either orally or in writing. Fill in the consent form (in Finnish) in advance and take it with you to the vaccination visit.
Coronavirus vaccinations for over 12-year-olds
Appointment bookings
A time for a coronavirus vaccination can be booked electronically here.
Coronavirus vaccination times can be booked by telephone 06 218 6012 Monday-Friday 8:30–09:30.
Vaccination clinic
Family Centre, child welfare clinic: Lapväärtintie 10, 64100 Kristiinankaupunki
Coronavirus vaccinations for under 12-year-olds
Children under 12 are vaccinated following an individual assessment by the treating physician. Please contact the healthcare facility for further information.
Guardian’s consent for giving a vaccination to a minor
All guardians of the child must consent to the administration of the coronavirus vaccination. Consent can be given either orally or in writing. Fill in the consent form (in Finnish) in advance and take it with you to the vaccination visit.