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Resume and CV guide for Finland

How resumes and CVs are written in Finland: typical length (1–2 pages), photo expectations, date format (YYYY-MM-DD), education conventions and a builder configured for the Finland market.

Finland employers usually ask for a CV — commonly written as “Ansiolista / CV”. What that document looks like locally differs from the generic advice you will find elsewhere, so the details below describe practice in Finland specifically.

At a glance

  • Document: Ansiolista / CV (CV)
  • Typical length: 1–2 pages
  • Date format: YYYY-MM-DD
  • Phone format: +358 40 123 4567
  • Photo: generally left out
  • Page size: A4 (210 × 297 mm)
  • Most common language of application: en

Length expectations in Finland

One to two pages.

Photos

Almost never included.

Professional summary

Optional — a short skills-led header is often better.

Education

Include the thesis topic if it is relevant to the role.

Work experience

List employers and the scope of your responsibility.

Format and delivery

A4 paper, ISO dates, city and postcode.

Common sections used in Finland

  • Summary
  • Experience
  • Education
  • Skills

General career guidance based on common practice — not legal, immigration or hiring compliance advice. Expectations vary by employer, industry and seniority.

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