Finland•Europe1–3 months
EUR €760–€1,060
Varies by filing options
18 months
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Professional internship permit for non-EU nationals in Finland, renewable up to 18 months per grant.
The Internship Residence Permit allows non-EU/EEA nationals to undertake professional internships or practical training at Finnish organizations. Applicants must be within two years of graduation, part of an international exchange program, or aged 18–30 if studying Finnish abroad, and require a valid training agreement with the host organization and proof of financial resources.
Permits are granted for up to 18 months, with a processing time of 2–6 weeks and a fee of EUR 240. The permit is not renewable; applicants must return to their home country or transition to a different visa category upon completion. Spouses and dependents may reside and spouses can work without restriction.
This visa is ideal for international students and recent graduates seeking structured professional experience in a Nordic workplace while maintaining their educational or early-career development trajectory.
| Initial grant | 1.5 years |
Visas you can typically switch to from this status.
FinlandMust be an internship or unpaid traineeship through a program (e.g., Erasmus+).
Must meet one of three conditions: within 2 years of graduation, part of an intergovernmental/NGO exchange program, or 18-30 years old studying Finnish/Swedish abroad.
Training agreement with the host organization.
Proof of sufficient financial resources.
Valid passport.
Education
bachelor or higher
Valid passport
Employment contract
Salary documentation
Passport photos
Transfer notification (sponsor)
Company registration (sponsor)
Parent company verification (sponsor)
| OLE_TY3 | Fill online |
| MP_1 (if applying from within Finland)Optional | Fill online |
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