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The Happiest, Safest and Stablest Country in the World!

Interesting Facts About Finland:

  • Finland is Ranked #1 As The Happiest Country in The World
  • Finland is a country renowned for its safety, clean air and nature.
  • One of the best education systems in the world guaranteeing the same educational opportunities for everyone regardless of social or economic background.
  • The Finnish Passport is One of the Best as it is World’s second most powerful Passport enabling its holders to enter most countries Visa Free or with a Visa on arrival.
  • Finland is one of the world’s most stable and developed countries and a safe location for living and studying.
  • Finland Was the First Country in Europe to Give All Women the Right to Vote.
  • A country of 5.5 million people.
  • Northern lights during the winter and white nights during the summer.
  • Finland has the largest personal freedom and choices in the world.
  • Finland has the third least corruption in the world.

Highlights:

  • International students are allowed to do Part-time 30 hours per week.
  • Two years stay back after studies for job search
  • Spouse visa possible for Bachelor and Master programs
  • No application fee for top priority universities

STUDY & WORK IN FINLAND

Why study in Finland?

  • Finland’s higher education system is world-leading.
  • It offers more than 400 English-taught bachelor’s and master’s degree programs.
  • Moreover, 13 universities and 22 universities of applied sciences (UAS).
  • The universities also offer English-taught doctoral degree options.
  • Finnish higher education institutions have over 20,000 international students studying in several locations around Finland.
  • All universities and universities of applied sciences have also scholarship opportunities for international students.
  • Vibrant International Community
  • A World-Class Education System
  • Affordable Tuition Fees
  • One of the most innovative countries
  • Learn skills for a global career
  • Safety
  • Everyone Speaks English
  • Modern Research Universities
  • Excellent Scholarships based on previous academic grades
  • World’s Top-Ranking universities
  • Living expense: €560 per month or €6,720 per year (approx.).
  • Watch the video: Study in Finland: Time to Explore

Reasons to select Finland for higher studies:

  1. A World-Class Education System
  2. Affordable Tuition Fees
  3. Equality and Freedom
  4. A High Standard of Living
  5. Otherworldly Travel Destinations
  6. Job Opportunities for Students
  7. Pathways to Permanent Residency for Expats

Universities

  • Finland has two types of higher education institutions: universities and universities of applied sciences (UAS).
  • English-taught degree programs are also offered on bachelors, masters and doctoral levels.
  • Universities of applied sciences offer professionally oriented higher education on bachelor’s and master’s level.
  • Have strong ties with working life and regional development.
  • Universities focus on scientific research, and their education is based on it. 
  • Watch the video: Study in Finland – Time to Study

List & Links of some Important Universities 

Important Links for the  Students

  • The Government of Finland does not have a ranking list of individual Finnish Universities or other institutes.
  • However, they suggested that the following links can be useful for Indian students considering studying in Finland.
  • https://finland.fi/

You can find information here about study and work, business and investment information, public services information and tourist information.

Gives information about courses available, where to study, tuition fees, scholarships, and practical matters.

You can find information about 

      • the Finnish education system
      • comprehensive education
      • vocational education and training
      • upper secondary school
      • Universities of applied sciences
      • Universities, applying for education and training, vocational labour market training
      • financing your studies
      • Foreign students in Finland
      • Foreign degrees in Finland.

Provides information about how one can get started, housing, right of residence, residence permit, Finnish courses, social security public utilities, cost of living etc.

Finland Student Visa

  • Finland has good-quality universities that offer various degrees.
  • 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.

 Eligibility Criteria

  • Hold educational certificates that make you eligible to apply to higher education in your home country.
  • Fulfil the English Language skills requirements.
  • Successfully pass an entrance examination.
  • Finland Higher Education system does not consider diploma programs of 1 or 2 years completed in your home country.
  • The admissions requirements for most universities in Finland are an IELTS academic score of 6.0 or 6.5 or a TOEFL iBT score of 79 to 92.

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To start your studies, you need to apply

  • For a temporary residence permit (type B).
  • You can apply for a residence permit after receiving your study offer.
  • If you are granted a residence permit type B,
    • You are required to pay tuition fees.

Bachelor’s Programs

Master’s Programs

  • Master’s level studies are provided by both universities and universities of applied sciences (UAS).
  • You can apply for master’s level degree programs provided in English in a joint application and separate applications. 

 Bachelor’s and Master’s Programs  in 

      • General education
      • Agriculture, Forestry and Environmental Sciences
      • Art and Design, Music also Theatre
      •  Business, Economics and Finance too.
      • Education, Psychology and other Behavioral Sciences
      •  Health care, Well-being, Nutrition, Medicine and  Pharmacy
      •  History, Folklore and Cultural Studies too.
      •  Modern Languages, Information, Communication and Media
      •  Natural Sciences
      • Security, Fire as well as Rescue Services
      •  Social Sciences and Law
      •  Technology and Engineering
      • Moreover, Tourism, Catering, Domestic services and Consumer economics
      • Lastly,  Transport Services and administration too.

Education and living costs

  • Tuition Fees:
    • The education is funded by the Finland Government.
    • No Tuition fees for the students- not only for EU but also for international students.
  • Living Cost:
    • The average monthly living expenses for a student may vary depending upon the location.
    • Discounts are there for the students in restaurants, cafeteria as well as in public transports.

Documents for Finland National Visa 

Note: Submit the hard copy of all the original documents (Original + 1 set of photocopy)

  • Valid Passport
    • With 10 Years of Validity
  • Photo
    • As per the requirement from the embassy, the photo should be 35x40mm with a decent look.
  • Copy of the Passport’s bio page
  • Proof of Enrolment
    • From the university or college, you have been accepted
    • Letter of Acceptance
  • Health Insurance
  • Sufficient Financial Means
    • Bank Statement
    • Movable / Immovable assets
  • Proof of Paid Tuition Fees
    • The tuition fees you paid to university or college
  • Evidence of Scholarship
    • If you have been offered any kind of scholarship that you are eligible for.
  • Identity Status Document
    • Birth Certificate
    • Marriage Certificate / Divorce Certificate (if any)
    • Adopted Paper (If applicable)
  • Academic Documents (All documents need to be Apostil)
    • 10th
    • 12th
    • Degree Documents (if completed)
  • English Proficiency Proof
    • IELTS (6.0 / 6.5)
    • TOEFL Ibt (79 – 92)

Work in Finland

Finland offers plenty of opportunities for professionals from around the world. Advance your career in the world’s most innovative country.

Finland is considered to be Number 1 country in the following points which shows the benefits to work in this country.

  • Happiest Country in the world
  • Best Country for Expatriates
  • Greenest Country in the world
  • In skill development at work
  • Employee Friendly Working Hours
  • In Global Gender Gap Report

Important Links

Find here the important links that help you in pursuing job opportunities in Finland.

  • Migri.fi  Residence permits and other useful information from the Finnish Immigration Service
  • InfoFinland Information on how to move to Finland
  • Suomi.fi Information on how to set up a business in Finland
  • International House Helsinki Everything you need to know to work and settle in Helsinki

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Click here to know if you want to get a work permit in Finland.

Useful information for an immigrant

Other useful websites

What are the METHODS for the visa process?

  • Get residence Permit application form
  •  Fill up the residence Permit application form
  • Gather the required documents as mentioned
  • Photograph as required

What is the Processing Time?

  • Electric Application – 2- 3 Months
    • The online method of processing the file
  • Paper Application – 3 Months
    • Physical submission

What is the Processing Fees?

  • Electric Application fees – 350 EURO
  • Paper Application fees – 450 EURO

Do you have GAP?

  • Job letter
  • Salary Slip
  • Voluntary Work
  • Income Tax Return ITR

Should I bring a family together?

  • To travel along with the family as your dependent Spouse and children (if any) will require to apply for their own residence permit along with the students’ residence study permit.
  • The embassy will try their best to process the file together so that family can travel along.

Can I stay in Finland, if my visa is expired?

  • Finland will allow the student to stay for 90 days after your visa has been expired.

Can I work in Finland with a study permit?

  • Being an International Student, one with having study permit can work up to 25 hours a week during his/her term time.

What are the living expenses for international students in Finland?

  • One needs to have a residence permit in Finland for four years continuously, without any break for the Permanent residency.
  • Moreover, you are required to apply for permanent residency before your residence permit in Finland expires, but not before the three months of the expiration.

Working With the Resident Permit

  • International students with a residence permit can work in Finland
    • Provided it is related to the course they are doing.
  • A student can work for 25 hours a week during the program
    • And full-time during vacation breaks.

Procedure for the student’s residence  permits

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

Visa For the Dependent

  • As a student with a residence permit,
    • You can bring your 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.