Economic Relations
In terms of trade volume, Finland is Switzerland's third biggest trading partner among the Nordic nations after Sweden and Denmark. The volume of trade between the two countries totalled around CHF 2.15 billion in 2023, with Switzerland importing significantly more from Finland (CHF 1.5 billion, composed mainly of precious metals) than it exported (CHF 0.65 billion). Chemical and pharmaceutical products and machinery account for almost 60% of exports.
The relations between the EU (incl. Finland) and Switzerland are mostly based on bilateral agreements. For more information see the Website of the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs.
With its excellent business know-how, highly trained personnel, social stability and favourable situation in the middle of Europe, Switzerland is an ideal Business Location. Different regions and cantons offer attractive conditions for foreign companies wishing to establish a business in Switzerland.
Who should you contact?
The Commercial Section of the Embassy can be contacted in any matter concerning trade. If you are looking for a suitable partner or only for an address of a Swiss firm, we are here to help you.
Phone +358 (0)9 622 95 00
Email: 
helsinki@eda.admin.ch
Extensive information on Swiss trade matters you can get from Swiss Business Hub Nordics of Switzerland Global Enterprise, the joint organisation of the bodies in charge of Swiss export, import and location promotion. Website Swiss Business Hub Nordics
Both in Finland and in Switzerland, there are trade associations in the form of business clubs which also are supporting the trade and business relations between the two countries:
Handelskammer Finnland-Schweiz- Kauppakamari Suomi-Sveitsi
Parkring 59
CH-8002 Zürich
Tel: +41 79 616 9505
sekretariat@handelskammer-fin.ch
Handelskammer Finnland-Schweiz
Unfair practices via Switzerland
Some companies/individuals use Switzerland as a base for dubious business practices. If you have doubts about alleged Swiss business partners or offers you receive, please consult the webpage "Unfair Business Practices" first.
If the webpage does not give you enough answers, please contact the nearest Swiss Embassy or Consulate.
Unfair Business Practices (SECO)
