🇫🇮 Finland · General Residence
Residence permit application for person with a degree completed in Finland — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,210 |
| Minimum annual salary | €1,210 |
| Proof of savings | €15,000 |
| Minimum investment | €5,000 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 2+ years |
| Language level | B1 |
| Age range | 18–60 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €530 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 months.
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/degree-completed-in-finland.
- Typical processing: ~60 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,210.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://migri.fi/en/degree-completed-in-finland · verified 2026-06-23
Minimum annual salary
https://migri.fi/en/degree-completed-in-finland · verified 2026-06-23
Proof of savings
https://migri.fi/en/degree-completed-in-finland · verified 2026-06-23
Minimum investment
https://migri.fi/en/degree-completed-in-finland · verified 2026-06-23
Job offer
https://migri.fi/en/degree-completed-in-finland · verified 2026-06-23
Employer sponsor
https://migri.fi/en/degree-completed-in-finland · verified 2026-06-23
Work experience
https://migri.fi/en/degree-completed-in-finland · verified 2026-06-23
Language level
https://migri.fi/en/degree-completed-in-finland · verified 2026-06-23
Age range
https://migri.fi/en/degree-completed-in-finland · verified 2026-06-23
Application fee
https://migri.fi/en/degree-completed-in-finland · verified 2026-06-23
Open to all nationalities
https://migri.fi/en/degree-completed-in-finland · verified 2026-06-23
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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 2026-06-23.