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Residence permit for an employed person
Finland
Varies; labour-market testing and incomplete employer information can extend processing
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For the approved employment and period granted by Migri; renewable while the conditions remain met
At least EUR 1,600 gross per month in 2026, plus any higher collective-agreement requirement
Requirements
- Confirmed employment with a Finnish employer or another employer operating in Finland
- Regular minimum working hours; zero-hours and on-demand contracts do not satisfy the permit requirement
- Total gross salary of at least EUR 1,600 per month in 2026, excluding evening and night supplements
- Professional qualifications and any regulated-profession authorisation required for the role
- Employer submission of the terms of employment and supporting documents through Enter Finland for Employers or the paper process
- A first application normally submitted from abroad and possible labour-market testing for the field of employment
Process overview
- 1
Confirm the correct Migri application
Before applyingUse the linked Finnish Immigration Service page to confirm the permit, current fee, income threshold, processing estimate and document checklist.
- 2
Secure the study, work or internship basis
Preparation stageObtain the admission, degree evidence, employment terms, internship agreement or working-holiday documents required for the route.
- 3
Submit through Enter Finland
Application stageComplete the online application, pay the processing fee and ask the employer to supplement the application where the route requires it.
- 4
Prove identity and await the decision
Varies; labour-market testing and incomplete employer information can extend processingBook the required identity appointment abroad for a first permit, provide biometrics and do not begin restricted work before the permit rules allow it.
Cost breakdown
- Online first employed-person permit application€750.00
The paper first-permit fee is higher, and labour-market testing may apply depending on the role and region. Migri updates fees, income thresholds and processing estimates annually; confirm the current figures before applying.
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