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Airport transit visa allowing travel through international transit areas during layovers or flight connections in Schengen airports without entering the Schengen area.

Short-term visa for visiting Finland and the Schengen area for tourism, business, or family visits lasting up to 90 days within 180 days. Available as single-entry, double-entry, or multiple-entry.

National visa allowing entry to Finland for long-term residence. Issued to those who have been granted or hold a residence permit. Acts as a bridge document valid for up to 100 days before residence permit activation.

Residence permit for highly qualified non-EU professionals. Requires university degree, confirmed employment for at least 6 months, and salary meeting EU requirements. Offers fast-track processing and supports family reunification.

EU permanent residence permit for third-country nationals. Granted after 5 years continuous residence with EU permit. Enables easier mobility within EU Member States.

Permanent residence permit valid indefinitely. Granted after meeting specific residency, employment, or education criteria. Can be based on 4-6 years residence or education completion.

Residence card for family members of EU citizens exercising freedom of movement in Finland. Includes spouses, children, and dependents of EU/EEA/Swiss citizens.

Residence permit granted to asylum seekers who are approved for refugee status or subsidiary protection. Allows work and family reunification. Can lead to permanent residency.

Residence permit for professional musicians, dancers, theatre performers, and other cultural professionals working in Finland. Employer must verify professional qualifications.

Residence permit for non-EU citizens with employment contracts for work in Finland. Requires confirmed job offer and salary meeting minimum income requirements. Employer may apply for certification to enable fast-track processing.

Residence permit for non-EU entrepreneurs establishing or operating their own business in Finland. Requires valid Business ID and proof that business is profitable and provides means of support.

Residence permit for unmarried cohabiting partners of residence permit holders. Requires proof of 2-year cohabitation in marriage-like relationship. Similar requirements to spouse permits.

Residence permit for unmarried children under 18 with custody held by residence permit holder in Finland. Enables family reunification for dependent children.

Residence permit for spouses of residence permit holders or Finnish citizens. Sponsor must have lived in Finland for at least 2 years before spouse can apply. Valid for 4 years typically.

Residence permit for spouses and children of international students in Finland. Enables family reunification while student pursues studies.

Residence permit for structured internship programs as part of education. Student internships lasting 6+ months in Finland require residence permits. Work-integrated learning pathway.

Residence permit for employees transferred internally within multinational companies. Available for specialists, managers, and trainees. Requires transfer within same company group and employment outside EU initially.

Extended residence permit for people with Finnish heritage (Ingrian Finns and descendants of Finnish citizens). Eligible if at least one parent or grandparent is/was Finnish citizen.

Residence permit for academic researchers and doctoral candidates conducting scientific research at Finnish research institutions. Requires master's degree minimum and hosting agreement with research organization.

Residence permit for seasonal work in agriculture, forestry, and tourism sectors. Valid for up to 9 months within a 12-month period. Labour market testing may apply for 6-9 month positions.

Residence permit for highly qualified specialists, consultants, teachers, and top/middle management working in Finland. Requires higher education degree or equivalent specialized expertise. Offers accelerated processing through fast-track service.

Fast-track residence permit for founders and key personnel of recently established high-growth startups. Requires positive Eligibility Statement from Business Finland. Can be processed in just 2 weeks.

Residence permit for international students pursuing degree programs at Finnish educational institutions. Available as continuous (A) permit for higher education or temporary (B) permit for other degree programs.

Discretionary residence permits granted for special humanitarian grounds or other compelling circumstances. For victims of human trafficking and exceptional cases.