Finland Work Visa

Finland Work Visa

Finland offers many great job opportunities. Finland was ranked as the eighth-richest country in Europe. Many people want to have the chance to work in Finland. Third-country nationals must have a Finland work visa to be able to work freely in Finland.

Because it is a work visa, it differs from other visas in that it is a long-term permit. It allows holders to stay longer than the 90-day limit.

Does Finland require a visa to work?

Visas are required for anyone who is not from one of the listed countries.

• The Schengen Area, and the EEA/EU
• The Nordic countries
• The U.S.A., New Zealand and Australia, San Marino, San Marino, Republic of Andorra, Japan, and San Marino are all included.

A visa facilitation agreement has been signed with Finland and other countries.

People who do not need a visa to work here in Finland are allowed to work for 90 days. After that, they must register as a resident working in Finland.

Finland Work Visa Eligibility Requirements

• You must meet certain criteria to be eligible for a Finland work visa.
• Finland requires that you have a valid contract of employment
• Except for seasonal work, you must hold a degree from a university
• Professionalism is essential in your field
• Any criminal charges must be dropped
• Finland must not consider you a threat
• All Finnish laws must be upheld
• Travel bans within the Schengen Area are not permitted
• You must be a highly skilled worker to get a specialist visa
• You must be licensed to practice your profession for welfare and healthcare
• • You are self-employed under the form:
    • A private entrepreneur
    • A partner in a general partnership
    • A general partner in a limited partnership
    • A member of a cooperative with unlimited liability for refinancing
    • An entrepreneur working in a limited liability company
    • You must have a plan for your start-up and financial support to get a visa
    • To apply for a specialist visa or EU Blue Card:
      • A salary that is higher than the average salary is required.
      • High competence is required to complete the work.
    • You must have a valid certificate that proves your researcher status to obtain a researcher visa
    • You must be invited to participate in a scientific project
    • Religious work: Your employer must be a registered organization
    • To work as an au pair, You must be between 17 and 30 years old

How do I apply for a Finland Work Visa

Here's a list of steps to follow when applying for a Finland Work Visa.

• Search for a job
• Apply to get a work permit
• Find a Finnish mission near you
• Wait until you get an answer
• Go To Finland

Find a job

You must first find a job in Finland before you can apply for a work visa. You must submit a valid work contract along with your application. You won't receive a positive response regarding your visa application if you don't have work.

Apply for a work permit

After you have found a job in Finland you can apply for a work permit. The permit can be applied online or on paper. It is easier to apply for e-services.

Finland

Your personal information will be automatically recorded in the Finnish Population Information System once your residence card is issued. You can begin working immediately after you arrive in Finland.

What is the duration of a Finnish Work Visa?

A work visa issued by Finnish authorities typically lasts around a year. The duration of your visa will vary.

A B permit, also known as a temporary permit or a temporary permit, is valid for one year. An A permit, also known to be a continuous permit, will be valid as long as you work in Finland.

Can I get a Finland Work Permit?

Yes, you can. You can apply for an extension each year, or every four years depending on which type of permit you have. Temporary permits must be renewed every year; continuous permits can only be renewed after four years.

Three months prior to the expiration of your permit, you should apply for an extension.

You can apply for a residence permit after you have lived in continuous permit status for at least 5 years. This permit is valid indefinitely unless grounds exist to revoke it.

Can I switch employers with a Finland Work Visa?

You can't change employers if you have applied for a work permit based on a particular employer. You must apply for a work permit if you wish to change employers.

You should not have any problems if you apply for a work permit that allows you to change work at will. However, make sure to verify the right to work on the permit before you submit it.

You must include the "several employers" option in your application if you wish to work for more than one employer.

Other types of Finnish Work Visas

There are many types of Finnish work visas. Some will depend on what kind of work you do, while others will be based on how long the work is.

• Job-seekers visa
• EU Blue Card
• Entrepreneur
• Start-up entrepreneur
• Specialist
• Work in the Church
• Au Pair
• Seasonal work