Finland•EuropeResidence Permit for People of Finnish Origin
At a Glance
Processing Time
60-120 days
Application Fee
220 EUR
Stay Duration
4 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
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.
People of Finnish origin, including descendants of Finnish citizens and Ingrian Finns, can apply for extended residence permits. One parent or grandparent must be/have been Finnish citizen.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 3 months validity
Birth certificate
Applicant's birth certificate
Parent/grandparent documents
Proof of Finnish citizenship
Genealogical documents
Marriage, naturalizations, etc.
Passport photos
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Advantages
- No income requirement
- Unrestricted work rights
- Path to permanent residence
- Family reunification
- Cultural heritage recognition
Considerations
- Genealogy verification needed
- Documents must be found
- Long processing possible
- Age limits may apply
Application Process
Verify Finnish origin
Prove parent/grandparent Finnish citizenship
Gather genealogy documents
Birth/marriage/citizenship records
Apply for permit
Submit to Migri or embassy
Pay fee
EUR 220 application fee
Await decision
2-4 months
Application Forms
Residence Permit Application for Finnish Origin
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