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Company Preparation and Order Supervision Permit (Toimitusten valmistelu ja valvonta)
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Company Preparation and Order Supervision Permit (Toimitusten valmistelu ja valvonta)

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1–2 months

Estimated Cost

EUR €760–€1,060

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

Overview

Work permit for foreign professionals supervising company setup or order delivery in Finland for up to one year.

The Company Preparation and Order Supervision Permit enables foreign professionals to temporarily establish subsidiaries, conduct market research, or oversee equipment delivery in Finland. Issued by Finnish Immigration Services, it requires confirmed non-Finnish employment for up to one year, with options to convert to standard work or entrepreneur permits.

Fees are €530 (online) or €630 (paper) initially, with renewals at €230 (online) or €430 (paper). The permit is renewable; processing takes one month typically, up to two months for complex cases. Family members may accompany; spouses can work independently.

This visa is ideal for senior technicians and business development managers from foreign corporations deploying to install machinery, establish operations, or fulfill customer contracts.

Cost Breakdown

First permit (Online)EUR €530
Extended permit (Online)EUR €230
First permit (Paper)EUR €630
Extended permit (Paper)EUR €430
TotalEUR €760–€1,060

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant1 year

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Purpose of stay must be market research, preparing for a company's establishment in Finland, negotiating/acquiring customer orders, or supervising order fulfillment.

Employer's or contractor's place of business must be outside Finland.

Must have confirmed employment before applying.

Employment duration is limited to a maximum of one year.

Must have sufficient financial resources (minimum EUR 1,463/month in 2026 if no collective agreement applies).

KEY CRITERIA

Education

bachelor or higher

Experience

1+ years

Min. Income

17,556 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport.

Signed work contract or binding job offer.

Supply contract indicating the work covered.

Terms of employment form (filled by employer).

Passport photo (no more than 6 months old).

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Renewable permit — can extend stay for the duration of the assignment
  • Typical processing time of just 1 month; legal maximum 2 months
  • Allows work for the specific company assignment throughout permit duration
  • Affordable online application fee of EUR 530 for first permit
  • Extended permits cost only EUR 230 online, supporting long-term projects
  • Paper submission option available for applicants without digital access
  • Maximum 1-year permit duration suitable for temporary assignments and contracts

Worth Knowing

  • Requires job offer or assignment from the specific Finnish company
  • Paper submission increases fee by EUR 100 for first permit and EUR 200 for extension
  • Limited to the specific company assignment; cannot change employers during permit validity
  • Maximum 1-year duration means frequent permit renewals for long-term assignments
  • No pathway to permanent residency or citizenship through this visa

Application Process

1

Apply for a first residence permit abroad via Enter Finland or on paper.

2

Employer must supplement the application by filling in the 'Terms of employment' form.

3

Prove identity at a Finnish mission (embassy or consulate) abroad.

4

Wait for a decision while abroad.

5

If granted, collect the residence permit card.

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