Domestic violence — Nollalinja · Finland

Direct answer

You are not alone and there is a way out. Nollalinja — 080 005 005 (080 005 005) is the confidential helpline for Finland — free, day and night, for you or for someone you are worried about; they arrange shelter, legal help and a safety plan, and nothing happens without your consent. In immediate danger, Poliisi — rikosilmoitus (poliisi.fi) — the police can remove the violent person from the home and issue a barring order the same day in most EU countries. Rikosuhripäivystys (RIKU) — 116 006 (116 006) supports you afterwards, free, with the report, the court and the practical side.

Call firstNollalinja — 080 005 005

Report toPoliisi — rikosilmoitus

If that failsRikosuhripäivystys (RIKU) — 116 006

🗣️ What to say

"I am [being hurt / threatened] by my [partner / family member] at [address]. [I am in danger now / I am safe for the moment.] I would like to talk about my options — shelter, a protection order, and what happens if I report it."

🪜 Step by step

Safe firstIf you can, go to a neighbour, a friend, a shop. Take your phone and ID if it is safe to.
Call Nollalinja — 080 005 005Anytime. They listen, they do not push, and they know every option in your area.
Danger now: Poliisi — rikosilmoitusPolice can bar the violent person from the home for days or weeks without you having to leave.
Evidence, when safePhotos of injuries, a doctor's note, dated messages, witnesses. Useful later; never a condition for help.
Afterwards: Rikosuhripäivystys (RIKU) — 116 006Free support through the report, protection orders, housing and money. You decide the pace.

📇 All contacts

Nollalinja — 080 005 005Free, 24/7; sheltersFor domestic violence📞 080 005 005 🔗 www.nollalinja.fi

Poliisi — rikosilmoitusOnline report or police stationAlways — the basis for bank, insurer and platform🔗 poliisi.fi/rikosilmoitus

Rikosuhripäivystys (RIKU) — 116 006Free victim support, help with compensationAfter any crime📞 116 006 🔗 www.riku.fi

Seri-tukikeskus (sairaalat) / Raiskauskriisikeskus TukinainenCare and support after sexual violence, no report neededAnytime📞 0800 97899 🔗 tukinainen.fi

OikeusaputoimistoPublic legal aid for low and middle incomesWhen you cannot afford a lawyer🔗 oikeus.fi/oikeusapu

❓ Frequently asked

Will they take my children away?

The aim of every service is to keep you and the children safe together. Talking to the helpline is not a report to child protection.

I have no income of my own

Shelters are free; emergency financial help and housing priority exist for victims. The helpline arranges it.

My residence permit depends on my partner

Victims of domestic violence have a separate right to stay in most EU countries. Ask the helpline for a specialised legal adviser — leaving does not mean deportation.

📎 Sources

Last checked: 2026-09-26

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