Certain sectors and livelihoods may be limited and regulated by law. These sectors include safety, health and financial risks. These sectors are called regulated sectors. The traders in these sectors are usually submitted, in addition to their filing at the Trade Register, for a specific registration by the authorities, a license or concession or approval. Mostly, this license is granted, or the registration is filed by the Regional State Administrative Agency of the registered office, but in some cases by a special authority or body.
The license delivered by the Regional State Administrative Agency (AVI) is required, among others, for selling alcohol in restaurants and outlets, grocery stores selling low alcoholic drinks, and establishments providing 24-hour social and health services. Recovery of debts for the account of a third-party requires the license of the Regional State Administrative Agency of Southern Finland. Estate and housing agencies and companies keeping companion or sports animals professionally or extensively must file an application at the Regional State Administrative Agency’s corresponding register.
The ELY center grants the licenses for transport by taxi and freight traffic, public transportation, and scheduled traffic. Operators of package tours must be filed at the Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority (FCCA) register and lodge a deposit. The National Police Board grants licenses for private security services and weapon trade. Contractors in the electricity and lift/elevator sectors have to file a notification at the Finnish Safety Technology Authority (TUKES) before starting their operations. Organizers of public events (any entertainment, competition, or show) must file a written notice at the local police.
Before starting any accommodation activity, a notification must be filed to the health inspector of the municipality. And every incoming traveler at the tourist establishment must be notified. In addition to hotels, this obligation applies to agro-tourism, bed & breakfast, and other accommodation facilities, like rental of holiday homes and camping areas. The accommodation provider must submit information relating to foreign travelers to the local police station.