Temporary Residence Permit for Dependent Minor Child
Estonia
Last updated: December 23, 2025
5 years (renewable)
$135
3-4 months
Medium
About this Visa
This permit lets your child live with you in Estonia. You must be a parent or guardian already living in Estonia legally. Your child must be under 18 and not married. The child gets all the rights of living in Estonia—school, healthcare, family benefits, and the chance to stay permanently later. This is a family reunification visa. It's for families who want to live together in Estonia. The process is straightforward: you apply, Estonia checks your income and documents, and your child gets a residence card.
Key Benefits
- Attend Estonian schools free
- Free healthcare until age 19
- Monthly child allowance: €80-€100 per month
- Access to digital government services
- Clear path to permanent residence after 5 years, citizenship after 8 years
- Automatic health insurance through state
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Child must be under 18 years old
- Child cannot be married
- Child must depend on you for support
- Child must have no serious criminal record
- Child must be non-EU/non-EEA citizen
- Parent/sponsor must be Estonian citizen or have valid residence permit
- Parent/sponsor must have registered place of residence in Estonia
- Parent/sponsor must earn enough to support child
- Parent/sponsor must have no criminal record
- No language requirements for child
- No education requirements for child
Financial Requirement
Household income must be at least double Estonia's living wage (roughly €560-€720 per month). Must prove with recent pay stubs or business records.
Documents
- Birth certificateMust have official certification (apostille) and English/Estonian translation if from outside Estonia
- Valid passportChild's passport with minimum 1 year validity
- Application formCompleted form from Estonian Police and Border Guard Board
- Passport-style photoColored photo of child (35x45mm)
- Parent/sponsor passportCopy of your passport or residence permit
- Proof of residenceRental agreement or property deed showing you live in Estonia
- Income proofRecent pay stubs or income records (3-6 months)
- Bank statements3-6 months of statements showing financial stability
- Parental consentWritten permission from other parent if separated
- Health insuranceCoverage for child's stay in Estonia
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.