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Finland observes freedom of religion. Each person is therefore entitled to practise their own religion and to express their beliefs. Everyone also has the right to choose whether they want to belong to a religious institution or not. No one is forced to practise a religion without his/her will. More information on the freedom of religion is available on the website of the Ministry of Education.

Most Finns observe the Christian faith, belonging to either the Evangelical Lutheran (83%) or the Orthodox Church (1%). These two Churches occupy significant roles in Finnish history and culture. That is why they enjoy a special legal status.

Apart from these, other large religious communities include the Jehovah’s Witnesses, the Free Church of Finland, the Catholic Church, the Finland Adventist Church and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Several other religions also operate in Finland.

More information on the status of the Lutheran and Orthodox Churches in Finland, as well as on religious communities and their registration can be found on the website of the Ministry of Education.

More links and information on different religions can be found on the Religions in Finland website and the web pages of the Rasmus Network Against Racism and Xenophobia.