🇫🇮 Finland · Researcher

Research completed in Finland — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-22 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Minimum monthly income€1,210
Minimum annual salaryEUR 1,210
Job offerRequired
Employer sponsorRequired

Costs

Application / consular fee€530

Duration & renewal

Does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://migri.fi/en/research-completed-in-finland.

Frequently asked

How much income do I need?

You must show €1,210.

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.

Minimum monthly income
Minimum annual salary
Employer sponsor
Application fee
No direct PR path

“researcher = residência temporária ligada ao projeto/contrato; PR é processo separado (not_applicable)”

Open to all nationalities

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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 2026-06-22.

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