When did Finland join the EU and NATO?
Finland joined the European Union on 1 January 1995 and NATO on 4 April 2023. Finland is a member of both. Information checked on 11 November 2026.
Membership dates
| Organisation | Finland's membership began |
|---|---|
| European Union, EU | 1 January 1995 |
| North Atlantic Treaty Organization, NATO | 4 April 2023 |
EU membership
The Finnish Government's Finland in the European Union page confirms the accession date as 1 January 1995. The answer to which year Finland joined the EU is 1995.
NATO membership
The Ministry for Foreign Affairs confirms the accession date as 4 April 2023. The answer to which year Finland joined NATO is 2023.
Frequently asked questions
Yes.
In 1995, specifically on 1 January.
Yes.
On 4 April 2023.
No. EU membership began on 1 January 1995 and NATO membership on 4 April 2023.
Official sources
Checked on 11 November 2026.
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