Greeting someone in Helsinki Shaking hands is the common greeting and business cards are often exchanged.
Punctuality is considered important for both business and social meetings alike.
Tipping advice Service charge is incorporated in all bills, so tipping is not normally expected. Cloakroom fees of five FIM for hotel or restaurants are clearly posted. The dress code in Helsinki is fairly casual, but a jacket and tie should be worn at the more exclusive restaurants. Both men and women should wear suits at business meetings. Local Customs A great Finnish tradition is the sauna.