FI

Republic of Finland

Finland

Finland is a country in Europe that is home to 5,530,000 people. It is also home to 9 living indigenous languages. Two of these, Finnish and Swedish, are the official languages of the country. Finland was also home to 1 indigeneous language that is now extinct. In addition, 6 living non-indigenous languages are established within the country. In formal education, 4 indigenous languages are used as languages of instruction.

  • Geography

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  • Demographics

    5,530,000

    people

    9

    living languages

    100%
    literate
  • Language Vitality Count

    1. 2
    2. 3
    3. 4
    4. 1

Finland has adopted the following international conventions which speak to indigenous language rights.