Long-Stay Visa

Documents Required

Visa Application Form

• A duly completed, dated, and signed residence permit application form.

Passport

• A valid passport issued within the last 10 years.
• Must be valid for at least three months beyond the intended stay.
• Must contain at least two blank pages.

UK Residency

• Provide a UK eVisa printout from UKVI with a valid share code.

Proof of Finnish Ancestry or Former Citizenship

• Birth certificate (must be legalised if issued outside the Nordic countries or EU).
• Birth certificates of parents or grandparents verifying Finnish ancestry.
• Official certificates from Finnish archives confirming past Finnish citizenship (e.g., parish records, Finnish National Archives documents).
• Certificates of name changes (if applicable).

Proof of Accommodation

• Rental agreement or home ownership documents in Finland.

Proof of Travel

• Flight reservation or travel itinerary.

Right to Work & Study

• If granted a residence permit on the basis of remigration, you have unrestricted work and study rights in Finland.
• You cannot start working until the residence permit is issued.

Photo Specifications

Ensure your visa application photograph meets the following requirements:

• Recent & Quality: Taken within the last six months, high resolution, no marks or creases.
• Size & Composition: 35–40mm width, face covering 70–80% of the frame, sharp and clear.
• Expression & Eyes: Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes fully visible, no hair over the face.
• Lighting & Background: Even lighting, no shadows, plain light-colored background.
• Headwear & Glasses: Head coverings allowed only for religious reasons, glasses must not obstruct eyes.
• Digital Standards: High-resolution, photo-quality print.

Avoid blurry images, red-eye effects, obstructed features, or overexposure. Non-compliant photos may result in delays or rejection.

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+44 7700172133

sales@finlandvisa.co.uk

+44 2038832940

Visa Charges

Below is the fee structure for our visa services.

Standard Visa Processing Fees

Visa service charges are separate from official visa fees charged by the consulate.

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