With this form, you can apply for the queue number from ARA needed to apply for a right-of-occupancy apartment.

The number costs €9.20. The information required for payment is provided at the end of the application form.

Please note that you will receive a queue number faster from the serial number register. 

In case you can not print the application

If you are unable to apply for a queue number online or print this application, you can pick up a paper application at your municipality's service point or at the state's service points. You can also order the form by phone from ARA's registry (tel. 029 525 0870).

Sending an application to ARA

Send the application and payment receipt to ARA either by mail or via the secure email service. If you send the information by secure email, you can scan the application and receipt or take a clear photo of them.

• mailing address: The Housing Finance and Development Centre of Finland (ARA), PO Box 30, 15141 Lahti
• secure email service: turvaviesti.ara.fi

Additional instructions

Read more detailed instructions on how to apply for a queue number on the ARA's instructions website (in Finnish and Swedish).

Advice service on right-of-occupancy matters

For other right-of-occupancy housing issues, you can contact our service phone or email.

Email: asumisoikeus (at) ara.fi
Tel: 029 525 0990

Telephone service hours at the beginning of September:

• September 1st from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m
• September 2nd and 3rd from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m
• September 4th to 8th from 9 am to 12 pm and from 1 pm to 3 pm

Service hours from September 9th 2023: Tuesdays from 9 am to 11 am, Wednesdays from 12 pm to 2 pm.