Entrepreneur Residence Permit
Finland
Last updated: December 23, 2025
2 years (renewable)
$700-$900
3-6 weeks
High
About this Visa
This visa lets you move to Finland to run your own business. You can be a solo entrepreneur, partner in a business, or manager of a company. It's designed for people from outside Europe who want to start working and living in Finland. The visa lets you work without needing an employer to sponsor you. You can bring your spouse and children with you. Finland offers free healthcare, good schools, and safe cities. This visa is different because you don't need to invest huge amounts of money upfront. You just need to show a realistic business plan and enough money to live on.
Key Benefits
- Work your own business without employer
- Bring spouse and children
- Access Finland's public healthcare
- Spouse can work freely
- Children attend free public school
- Travel freely in Schengen area
- Path to permanent residency after 6 years
- Become citizen after 5 years
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Non-European country citizen (not EU, EEA, or Switzerland)
- Age 18 or older
- Must actively work in your business (not passive ownership)
- No serious criminal record
- Business must be able to make money
- Business must be real and legitimate
- Must have relevant skills or experience
- Private health insurance required
Financial Requirement
Must earn €1,030-€1,210 per month from business depending on location (Helsinki: €1,210/month, other large cities: €1,090/month, smaller towns: €1,030/month). Prove with bank statements and business plan.
Documents
- Valid passportStandard travel document
- Business planShows what you'll do and how you'll make money
- Bank statementsProof you have enough money to live on
- Business registration proofDocumentation of your business setup
- Qualifications or experience proofEvidence you can run this business
- Tax documentsShowing clean record
- Customer or partner contractsProof of business relationships (if available)
- Business Finland letter (startups only)Confirmation that your business idea is viable
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.