🇫🇮 Finland · Entrepreneur
Residence permit for a start-up entrepreneur — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,030 |
| Minimum annual salary | EUR 1,210 |
| Proof of savings | €14,520 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Passport photo complying with police guidelines or retrieval code
- Colour copy of passport page with personal data
- Document showing legal stay in application country (such as visa or residence permit)
- Eligibility Statement from Business Finland
- Proof of sufficient financial resources (see section 1 point 3)
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://migri.fi/en/start-up-entrepreneur.
- Typical processing: ~14 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,030.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“A first residence permit for start-up entrepreneurs can be granted for 2 years. You are required to have sufficient financial resources for the entire duration of your residence permit (temporary permit; page does not state it leads to permanent residence)”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-09.