Intra-Corporate Transfer (ICT)
Finland
Last updated: December 23, 2025
3 years
$530
1-4 months
Medium
About this Visa
This visa is for employees moving within the same company to work in Finland. Your company must transfer you from your home country office to a Finland office. You can work as a manager, specialist, or trainee. You need 3+ months of work history with your company first. What makes it special: No job interviews or labor approvals needed. Your company sponsors you, so it's faster than regular work visas.
Key Benefits
- Work without restrictions for assigned company
- Bring spouse and children
- Public healthcare included
- Travel in Schengen area (90 days per 6 months)
- Fast approval without job advertising
- Path to permanent residence
- Spouse can work in Finland
- Family can study
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Manager, specialist, or trainee role
- 3+ months continuous employment with same company
- University degree required for trainees
- 3+ years management or specialized experience for managers/specialists
- Non-EU/EEA/Swiss national (third-country national)
- Required education and skills for job
- No criminal record or security concerns
- Valid job offer from company with Finland office
Financial Requirement
Salary must match collective agreement for job, similar worker earnings at company, or fair market salary. Daily allowances and housing benefits do not count.
Documents
- Valid passportFrom your home country
- Passport photoLess than 6 months old, standard guidelines
- Employment contractJob title, salary, duration
- Company documentationProof employer is same company in Finland
- Degree certificateFor managers and specialists
- Work history proofDocument showing 3+ months employment
- Assignment letterFrom employer with job details and return commitment
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.