Necessary information for those who want to go to Finland for permanent residence.
The conditions for granting temporary residence permits in Finland are regulated by the law "On Foreigners". The current rules can be found on the website of the Finnish Migration Service.
Residence Permit for Property Owners
The purchase of real estate is not a basis for issuing a residence permit in Finland. But when applying for a residence permit for any other reason (for example, work or doing business), the presence of real estate will be considered an advantage.
Please note!
From January 1, 2020, foreign buyers from countries outside the EU or the European Economic Area (EEA) must obtain a permit from the Finnish Ministry of Defense to purchase real estate.
Real estate for sale in Finland:
25 762 €
Flat in Jamsa, Finland
45 sq.m211
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One-bedroom apartment in Jämsä
Year of construction – 1967. The total area is 45 sq.m. 2/3 floor.
Living room, equipped kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, balcony.
The apartment is rented out.
The price is 30,762.37 euros + installments from the management...
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17 200 €
Flat in Pori, Finland
38 sq.m111
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It is possible to conduct a transaction remotely without your presence by proxy!!!In the city of Harjavalta, a 1-k apartment of 38 m2 on the 3rd floor is for sale.
The price is 17,200 €.
The bathroom is renovated.
Plumbing repairs were in 2021.
The house was built in 1974, central heating.
Monthly utility bills - 138.16 €....
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211 000 €
Cottage in Ruokolahti, Finland
105 sq.m432
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We offer for sale two cottages “Karhu” and “Oravala” on their own shore of the purest and fish lake. Land area in the property: 3.500 m2
Permitted building area: 200 m2
Total area, cottage “Oravala” 29.90 m2
Total area, cottage “Karhu" 74,00 m2
Total built-up area: 104.90 m2
Own coastline: 110.0 m
Local water supply
Local sewerage,...
VIPCON LKV - FINLYANDIYA
25 000 €
House in Joensuu, Finland
72 sq.m211
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A house for permanent residence in Outokumpu. 2nd floor.
The year of construction is 1952. The total area is 72 sq.m.
Living room, equipped kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, sauna.
Price - 27,000 euros
Annual property tax - 137 euros / year
Electric heating,...
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20 373 €
Townhouse in Kivijarvi, Finland
39 sq.m111
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In the city of Kinnula, a 1-bedroom townhouse of 39 m2 is for sale.
This small house with sauna was built in 1984 and offers a comfortable space.
Own storage room in a separate warehouse building.
The house has electric heating.
Plus, the apartment...
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13 020 €
Townhouse in Tuusniemi, Finland
55 sq.m211
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One bedroom apartment in Tuusnieni
Year of construction – 1975. The total area is 55 sq.m., 1/1 floor.
Living room, equipped kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, terrace
The price is 28 785.22 euros + installments from the management company for the repairs carried...
VIPCON LKV - FINLYANDIYA
25 300 €
Flat in Kemi, Finland
12 sq.m111
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It is possible to conduct a transaction remotely without your presence by proxy!!!Studio apartment in KemiYear of construction – 1963. The total area is 12 sq.m., 5/6 floor.Living room, equipped kitchen, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, balcony.The price is 25,300 euros + installments from the management company for the repairs carried out in the amount of...
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32 000 €
Flat in Kemi, Finland
74 sq.m211
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It is possible to conduct a transaction remotely without your presence by proxy!!!One bedroom apartment in TornioYear of construction – 1974. The total area is 74 sq.m., 1/3 floor.Living room, equipped kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, balcony.Price – 32,000 eurosUtility bills – 270.10 euros / month.Payment for water – 25 euros / person /...
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25 000 €
Flat in Kouvola, Finland
46 sq.m211
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In the city of Kouvola, a 2-bedroom apartment of 46 m2 on the second floor with a sauna is for sale.
The price is 25,000 €, sold at auction.
The house was built in 1991, district heating.
Monthly utility bills - 188.60 €.
The water fee is 25 euros...
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10 725 €
Flat in Pori, Finland
59 sq.m211
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In the city of Harjavalta, a 2-bedroom apartment of 58.5 m2 on the 3rd floor is for sale.
The house was built in 1974, central heating.
Plus, the apartment is paid in installments from the Management Company in the amount of 4,275 € with a monthly payment...
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15 046 €
Flat in Kouvola, Finland
96 sq.m321
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In the Inkeroinen area, a 3-bedroom apartment of 96 m2 on the 4th floor is for sale.
The apartment has an original fireplace.
The house was built in 1956, district heating.
Plus, the apartment is paid in installments from the Management Company in the...
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34 000 €
Flat in Kotka, Finland
71 sq.m321
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Two-bedroom apartment in Kotka
The year of construction is 1979. The total area is 70.5 sq.m. 1/4 floor.
Living room, equipped kitchen, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, balcony.
The price is 34,000 euros
Utility bills - 331.35 euros / month.
Payment for water is...
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23 000 €
Flat in Kotka, Finland
59 sq.m211
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In Kotka, a 2-bedroom apartment of 59.4 m2 on the 1st floor with a glazed balcony is for sale.
The price is 23,000 €.
The apartment's bathroom was completely renovated in 2022.
Laminate flooring in the kitchen and hallway was updated in 2022.
In...
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159 000 €
Apartment in Sipoo, Finland
50 sq.m211
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Habita International Estates Ltd
8 900 €
Flat in Imatra, Finland
55 sq.m211
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An apartment of 55 m2 in a small residential building is for sale in Imatra.
The price is 9,900 €.
The house was built in 1936, district heating.
Monthly utility bills amount to € 247.50.
The water fee is 15 euros /person /month.
There is a...
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22 370 €
Flat in Pori, Finland
53 sq.m211
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In Pori, a 2-bedroom apartment of 52.5 m2 on the 2nd floor is for sale.
The apartment is rented out.
The house was built in 1978, district heating.
Plus, the apartment is paid in installments from the Management Company in the amount of 2,630 € with a...
VIPCON LKV - FINLYANDIYA
34 000 €
House in Kokkola, Finland
90 sq.m431
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A house of 90 m2 is for sale in Kokkola, requiring renovation.
The price is 34,000 €.
The annual property tax is 176 euros/year.
On its own plot of 2,620 m2.
The beach, school and Bryggan Cafe are just 500 meters away!
On the plot there is a...
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35 000 €
Townhouse in Hameenkyro, Finland
63 sq.m211
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In the Kankaanpää area, a 2-bedroom townhouse of 63 m2 with a sauna and its own courtyard is for sale.
The price is 35,000 €.
The apartment has a backyard bordered by a forest and a treadmill.
The apartment is currently rented out.
Good rental...
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288 000 €
Apartment in Espoo, Finland
57 sq.m211
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Habita International Estates Ltd
18 000 €
Flat in Kuusankoski, Finland
35 sq.m111
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In the Kuusankoski area of Kouvola, a 1-bedroom apartment of 35 m2 is for sale.
The price is 18,000 €.
The apartment has its own sauna.
The house was built in 1960, district heating.
Windows, doors and balconies were renovated in 2002.
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In order to work in Finland officially, it is necessary to issue a residence permit on this basis. You will have to find a job even before applying for a residence permit and get an official document.
Finding a suitable place will not be easy. The Ministry of Labor checks each employment and issues an opinion on whether there was a labor force for this vacancy on the Finnish and EU markets. Specialists from third countries cannot obtain a residence permit if there are relevant employees in the EU market.
For a successful search, it is important to have a good knowledge of Finnish or at least English. And also have sufficient qualifications, level of education and skills of a profession that is in demand in Finland.
Important!
A work permit issued by the Finnish authorities allows you to work only in a certain area specified in the document. When changing the field of activity, you need to apply for a residence permit again.
Residence Permit for Entrepreneurs
The main requirement is to open a company in Finland. You can engage in individual entrepreneurship only if you have a residence permit.
If you open your own business, and not buy a ready-made one, you will need to submit a business plan that will show the profitability of the company and the ability to pay the entrepreneur a salary of a certain level. The applicant must also confirm his financial solvency and the presence of a place of residence (a lease agreement or ownership documents).
Important!
A business should require a presence in Finland. Thus, investment activities for renting out real estate or remote work are not the basis for obtaining a residence permit for business.
When extending a residence permit issued on this basis, you will need to provide proof that you are conducting business activities, as well as submit financial statements on the solvency of the business.
Since 2017, entrepreneurs who develop innovative projects can get a residence permit in Finland. Under a financially secured business idea, the migration agency issues a residence permit for two years.
During these two years, a foreigner moves to Finland, opens a business and develops it. If by the end of the second year the company does not bring the necessary stable income, the entrepreneur must provide financial support to extend the residence permit.
There are no restrictions on the areas of activity in this program, and innovative enterprises often do not require large investments. Nevertheless, there are difficulties. For example, many entrepreneurs who have moved this way face problems in opening a bank account, which is why the start of a business is sometimes postponed for six months. This should be taken into account when calculating the financial cushion.
Students of any officially registered educational institutions in Finland who give a diploma of qualification at the end of their studies can also get a residence permit. Regular courses are not the basis.
The status can also be issued on the basis of conducting scientific activities in Finland, playing professional sports, participating in the Au Pair program (international cultural exchange for young people).
Descendants of Finnish citizens, as well as any foreigners can get a long-term residence permit through family reunification, if one of the spouses officially lives in Finland. The same rules apply to minor children (under 18 years of age).
Internally displaced persons (refugees) can also apply for a residence permit.