Finland•EuropeResidence Permit for Start-up Entrepreneurs
At a Glance
Processing Time
14 days
Application Fee
240 EUR
Stay Duration
2 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
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.
Start-up entrepreneurs benefit from a streamlined fast-track process requiring only 2 weeks. This program targets founders of recently established companies with growth potential. Business Finland's positive Eligibility Statement is required.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
12,360 EUR
per year
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AT, BE, BG, HR, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HU, IE, IT, LV, LT, LU, MT, NL, PL, PT, RO, SK, SI, ES, SE, IS, LI, NO, CH
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 3 months validity
Eligibility Statement
From Business Finland
Business plan
Growth-focused startup plan
Company registration
Business ID documents
Passport photos
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Advantages
- 2-week fast-track processing
- No salary requirement
- Growth-focused program
- Family can reunify
- Clear pathway to PR
Considerations
- Requires Business Finland approval
- Growth expectations high
- Startup criteria strict
- Company must be recently established
Application Process
Obtain Eligibility Statement
Apply to Business Finland for startup eligibility
Establish company
Register Finnish company with Business ID
Prepare documents
Business Finland statement, business plan, passport
Apply via fast-track
Submit through Enter Finland online service
Pay fee
EUR 240 application fee
Receive decision
2 weeks processing
Application Forms
Residence Permit Application for Start-up Entrepreneur
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