Finland Work Residence Permit (Employed Person - TTOL)
Embassy required
- Processing time
- 30-120 calendar days
- Fee
- EUR 750
- Entry
- Single entry
Eligibility
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Nationality
Must be a non-EU/EEA national. EU/EEA citizens have freedom of movement and do not need a work permit.
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Employment
Must have a confirmed employment contract with a Finnish employer. Employer must complete their part of the application (TEM054 form). Subject to labour market testing unless exempted.
Required status: Confirmed employment contract with Finnish employer
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Financial
Gross salary must be at least EUR 1,600 per month in 2026. If no collective agreement applies or if working part-time, minimum is EUR 1,463 per month.
Minimum funds: EUR 1,600 per month
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Recent passport-sized photographs meeting ICAO standards
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Employment contract showing salary, employer confirmation of terms; Minimum amount: Gross salary of at least EUR 1,600 per month (2026) or EUR 1,463 if part-time or no collective agreement
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: Yes
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Online payment via Enter Finland, bank transfer; Amount: EUR 750 (online application), EUR 900 (paper application)
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Curriculum vitae
Provide a current CV showing education, work history and relevant qualifications.
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Work contract
Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain a signed employment contract from a Finnish employer. The employer must also complete their part of the residence permit application.
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Online application
Complete and submit the residence permit application for an employed person at enterfinland.fi
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Fee payment
Pay the processing fee of EUR 750 (online) or EUR 900 (paper)
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Appointment booking
Book an appointment at the nearest Finnish embassy/consulate for identity verification
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Document submission
Attend the embassy/consulate appointment with passport and original documents. First residence permits must be applied for abroad.
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Biometrics
Provide fingerprints and photograph at the embassy/consulate
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Processing wait
The TE Office (Employment and Economic Development Office) assesses whether labour is available domestically. Total processing time 1-4 months.
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Visa collection
Once approved, a residence permit card is issued. If employer has obtained employer certification, a D visa may be issued simultaneously for immediate travel to Finland.