Immigration

Where and how to apply for a Residence Permit or Citizenship?

Residence Permit

Advantages of the Residence Permit in Finland

It is the third wealthiest country in the world according to THE LEGATUM PROSPERITY INDEX 2016!
The one, who has the Residence Permit, obtains the same social security and civil rights as a citizen of the country.
One can stay in the European Union for an unlimited period.
Access to Finnish Permanent Residence or citizenship just in four years.
Finland allows dual citizenship.
Free medicine.
Support program for spouse and fee free language courses.
If necessary, monthly allowance for children.
Education for free, subsidized kindergarten.

WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF RESIDENCE PERMITS?

3 Types of Residence Permits in Finland:
Oleskelulupa is a permit to stay in Finland, the Residence Permit. There are three types of it:
Temporary Residence Permit – (Oleskelulupa “В”)
It is granted for education or work for one year. It can be extended or changed into another type, if circumstances change.
Permanent Residence Permit – (Oleskelulupa “А”)
It is valid during the validity period of the reason/base to obtain this type of permit. The first residence permit category A is issued for 1 year, the extension is implied from 1 year to 4. Then (in 4 years) you can get permanent residence or citizenship.
Permanent Residence — (Oleskelulupa “Р”)
It can be granted only if one has been residing in Finland for more than 4 years with the Residence Permit – Oleskelulupa “А” , without interruptions in getting the permits.

Bases for the Residence Permit and the Permanent Residence in Finland:

Residence Permit in Finland of Class А (full social benefits package, then Permanent Residence or citizenship), B (temporary, without social benefits package) and P (permanent, equal to citizenship) can be granted based on:

— IE, individual entrepreneur (self-sustainment, business)

— IT freelancer, remote specialist (for those who are independent of the place of work)

— Business (company establishment and self-sustainment)

— Purchase of real estate (private and commercial — special conditions)

— Investments with profitability of 4–25% (real estate, construction, ready-made business)

— Work (employment, special expert)

— Family relationship (marriage with a citizen or resident of Finland, family reunification)

— Education; scientific research; Au Paire; professional sports.

Applying or extending your residence is one of the most important issues in your life in Finland. Our consultants have a lot of information and experience. We review all the steps one by one with you and help you in this field.

Another important point is timing. Contact us in time to request these things, so you don’t have problems. For example, booking an appointment is one step that requires a lot of time.

How to get a Finnish citizenship?

Finnish citizenship is available to those who have lived for 4 years in Finland under Oleskelulupa A residence permit with no breaks in obtaining permits.

To apply for Finnish citizenship, you need:
– Valid passport or other identity document if you don’t have a passport
– Language proficiency certificate
– Current and previous income statement

Requirements:
Before applying, make sure you meet the requirements to become a citizen.

You are at least 18 years old and your identity has been reliably verified
You know Finnish or Swedish at least to a satisfactory level
You live in Finland and you have lived here long enough
You are not guilty of any crime and you have not been issued a restraining order
You have met your payment obligations
You have declared your source of support

Applying for Finnish citizenship is a very important step for all immigrants. Applying for citizenship must be done very carefully and formally. Checking the documents and making sure that the documents are sufficient is inevitable. The questions that are asked of you must be answered correctly and accurately. If you neglect this, your application may be rejected or even more severe decisions will be made.

Please take this matter seriously and use the experience and knowledge of our consultants.