Finland has good-quality universities that offer various degree. If you wish to study here and do not belong to any EU or EEA country, then you must apply for a visa. A student visa is a short-term temporary visa you can apply for if your course duration is less than 90 days. If your course duration is more than 90 days, you must apply for a residence permit. The residence permit allows you to stay in Finland for one year and you can renew it once the period is over.

How to apply for a Student residence permit

Submit your application:

• Fill the details in the form and apply online. Ensure you submit the documents required with your application.
• Pay your application fees either online or at the Finnish embassy or consulate
• Visit the Finnish embassy or consulate on the appointment date to present your biometric data

Wait for a decision:

• It may take 1 to 3 months to process your application
• Collect your residence permit when you arrive in Finland

Students with a residence permit can bring their spouse and children to Finland during the course duration. They will have to independently apply for the permit to join you in the country. Finnish immigration authorities will try their best to process your applications together. To get their permits you must prove that you have enough funds to support their stay in Finland.

How can Y-Axis help you?

• Advise you on the required documentation
• Advise you on the funds that need to be shown
• Fill out the application forms
• Review your documents for the visa application