# Finland visa for Nepali citizens

> Apply for a Finland visa from Nepal with Yatra — required documents, processing time, embassy fees, dummy ticket support, and concierge in Kathmandu.

Canonical page: https://yatraforfun.com/visa/finland
Last updated: 2026-04-26

## Embassy / mission

- **Mission:** Embassy of Finland — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal + Bhutan)
- **Address:** E-3, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
- **Phone:** +91 11 4149 7500
- **Email:** sanomat.nde@formin.fi
- **Hours:** Mon–Thu 09:00–16:30, Fri 09:00–13:30 (consular by appointment). Visa decisions issued by Embassy Delhi (Type C) or Migri in Helsinki (Type D); VFS Kathmandu handles intake only.
- **Application centre:** VFS Global Finland Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu — Chhaya Devi Complex, 3rd Floor, Amrit Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu (shared VFS Global building used for multiple Schengen missions). Mon–Fri 09:00–16:00 submission, 15:00–17:00 collection. Accepts BOTH Schengen Type C short-stay AND Type D residence-permit identification-visit intake. Book appointment at visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/fin.
- **Online portal:** https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/fin (VFS Finland Nepal — Type C + Type D identification visit) · https://enterfinland.fi (Migri online — mandatory Type D pre-application) · https://migri.fi/en — Finnish Immigration Service (Type D adjudication, processing-time tracker) · https://finlandabroad.fi/web/ind — Embassy of Finland New Delhi · https://um.fi — Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs (Schengen visa policy)
- **Payment:** Visa fee + VFS service charge in cash NPR or by card / QR at the VFS Kathmandu counter. For Type D, Migri fee is paid online at enterfinland.fi when filing the application; identification-visit fee at VFS Kathmandu is paid in cash NPR at the appointment.

## Visa categories

### Tourist — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Tourism

**Purpose:** Tourism, sightseeing, leisure travel within Finland and the wider Schengen Area.
**Stay duration:** Maximum 90 days within any 180-day rolling period.
**Validity:** Up to 5 years multi-entry depending on travel history; first-time applicants typically receive single- or double-entry sticker matched to the trip.
**Entries:** Single (1), Double (2), or Multiple (MULT).
**Processing time:** 15 calendar days standard at the Embassy Delhi; up to 30 days in justified cases; max 45 days when extra documentation is requested.
**How to apply:** Apply online at visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/fin -> fill Schengen application + upload documents -> pay fee online OR at counter -> book biometric appointment at VFS Kathmandu -> submit biometrics + originals -> wait for Embassy decision -> courier passport collection at VFS.
**Financial requirement:** Bank statement (last 3 months) showing capacity for the trip — recommended ending balance NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000)+ for a typical 7–14-day Schengen-area trip — plus 3-year Income Tax Returns and an international credit card with 3-month statement. Finnish consular officers reference EUR 30/day (with prepaid accommodation) OR EUR 100/day (without) as the per-diem benchmark.

**Required documents:**

- Finnish Schengen visa application form (signed) — Filed online at visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/fin; printed and signed. Available in English or Finnish.
- Nepali passport (issued within last 10 years; ≥ 3 months validity beyond visa expiry; ≥ 2 blank back-to-back pages) — Plus photocopies of front + last + every used page of the current passport AND last 2 old passports.
- Two passport-size photos (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old) — Color, glossy, neutral expression, head 70–80 % of frame, no glasses / hats / patterned background.
- Schengen-approved travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage) — Covers urgent medical, hospitalisation, and repatriation throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay.
- Confirmed return air ticket (reservation only at file-prep stage) — Yatra dummy ticket (NPR 999) acceptable.
- Confirmed accommodation in Finland for the entire stay — Hotel booking, private rental contract, or invitation-letter accommodation.
- Detailed travel itinerary (locations, duration per location) — If multi-Schengen trip, Finland must be the main destination (longest stay) for the visa to be filed at this Embassy.
- Cover letter explaining purpose of trip — Addressed to the Embassy of Finland, New Delhi; outlines who, why, where, when, who funds the trip, and why you will return.
- Bank statement (last 3 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended) — Original on bank letterhead, signed and stamped, in English.
- Income Tax Returns (last 3 years, personal + company as applicable) — Notarised English translations.
- International credit card copy + last 3 months statement *(conditional)* — Strengthens financial profile when bank balance is borderline.
- Proof of social / professional status — Employed: employer letter on letterhead. Self-employed: company registration + PAN. Student: institution leave letter + valid ID.
- Nepali citizenship certificate copy + birth certificate (notarised English translations)
- Foreign-exchange purchase receipt OR passport endorsement *(conditional)*
- Minor-only documents (if applicant < 18): birth certificate + notarised parental consent if travelling without both parents *(conditional)*
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- A multi-entry Schengen Type C visa with 2+ entries OR a Schengen residence permit removes the need for a separate Finnish visa under standard Schengen reciprocity.
- Multi-entry sticker validity is at the Embassy's discretion — repeat travellers with a clean Schengen record can receive 1, 3, or 5-year multi-entry stamps.
- Finnish Embassy Delhi has historically been one of the fastest Schengen processors for Nepal — most files decided in 7–10 days when complete.

### Business — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Business

**Purpose:** Business meetings, contract negotiations, conferences, exhibitions — no employment in Finland or the wider Schengen Area.
**Stay duration:** Maximum 90 days within any 180-day period.
**Validity:** Up to 5 years multi-entry for repeat business profiles.
**Entries:** Single, Double, or Multiple.
**Processing time:** 15 days standard; 5–10 days for fast-tracked invitations from established Finnish inviters.
**How to apply:** visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/fin -> VFS Kathmandu submission with Finnish inviter docs.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (form, passport, photos, insurance, return ticket, cover letter)
- Letter of invitation from Finnish company on company letterhead — Includes inviter's Y-tunnus (Finnish business ID), business activity, purpose of meeting, dates, and confirmation of who covers expenses.
- Finnish inviter business registration extract (Trade Register / YTJ) — From the Finnish Trade Register operated by Patent and Registration Office (PRH).
- Cover letter from Nepali employer (on letterhead, signed and stamped) — Confirms position, purpose of trip, dates approved as work-related travel, return-to-role commitment.
- Conference / event registration (if applicable) *(conditional)*
- Bank statement (last 3 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended)
- Income Tax Returns (last 3 years)
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (Business bundle most relevant for self-employed travellers)
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.

**Notes:**
- Business visitors do NOT need a work permit — but the activity must be commercial-meeting-style with primary remuneration outside Finland.
- For ongoing engagement (>90 days), apply for Type D under the Specialist, EU Blue Card, or Start-up Permit.

### Family Visit — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Visit to Family or Friends

**Purpose:** Visiting family or friends resident in Finland.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days in 180.
**Validity:** 1–5 years multi-entry.
**Entries:** Single, Double, or Multiple.
**Processing time:** 15 days standard.
**How to apply:** Standard VFS Kathmandu intake with host-provided invitation.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (form, passport, photos, insurance, return ticket)
- Letter of invitation from Finnish host (citizen / PR / residence-permit holder) — Includes host name, address, status, relationship to applicant, dates of stay, who covers expenses. Notarised at any Finnish notary public OR signed before a Finnish municipal officer.
- Host's status proof: Finnish ID, passport, or residence permit copy
- Host's 3-month bank statement OR salary slips (proof of capacity to host)
- Cover letter from applicant explaining the relationship and visit purpose
- Bank statement (last 3 months) showing capacity to cover own incidental expenses
- Family-relationship proof: marriage / birth certificate (notarised English translations + MoFA-attested)
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Spouses and minor children of EU / EEA / Finnish citizens are GRATIS — the consular fee is waived under Free Movement Directive 2004/38/EC. VFS service still applies.
- For family reunification (long-term residence), use Type D Family Reunion (filed online at enterfinland.fi) instead — short-stay Type C is only for visits up to 90 days.

### Student — First Residence Permit (Type D) — Studies

**Purpose:** Full-time study at a recognised Finnish higher-education institution (university, university of applied sciences / UAS, vocational programme, language preparatory programme).
**Stay duration:** Programme length; biometric residence-permit card valid up to 2 years initially, renewable.
**Validity:** Single-entry for first arrival; multi-entry on residence permit.
**Entries:** Single (entry); multiple via residence permit.
**Processing time:** Migri processing target: 30 days for student permits when application is complete.
**How to apply:** (1) Get accepted to a Finnish institution + receive admission letter; (2) file Application OLE_OPI online at enterfinland.fi; (3) pay Migri fee (EUR 350 electronic / EUR 450 paper); (4) book identification-visit appointment at VFS Kathmandu within 3 months of online filing; (5) submit biometrics + originals; (6) wait for Migri decision; (7) collect residence-permit card from VFS or have it shipped to Finnish address.
**Financial requirement:** Funds proof: minimum EUR 800/month for living expenses (≈ NPR 1.1 lakh/month) — total for first-year studies typically EUR 9,600 (≈ NPR 13.7 lakh) — proven via bank statement OR scholarship OR sponsor commitment.

**Required documents:**

- Application OLE_OPI (filed online at enterfinland.fi) — Online portal generates a case number; print + bring to identification visit.
- University / UAS / vocational admission letter on official letterhead — Must be a Finnish-accredited institution. Includes programme, start date, language of study, tuition for first year.
- Proof of paid tuition for the first year OR scholarship confirmation OR EU/EEA family-membership exemption — Tuition is FREE for EU/EEA students at Finnish public universities; non-EU students pay EUR 6,000–18,000/year (varies by programme).
- Funds proof: bank statement showing EUR 9,600+ (≈ NPR 13.7 lakh) OR sponsor declaration with sponsor's 6-month bank statement
- Confirmed accommodation in Finland (university dormitory contract OR private rental ≥ 6 months) *(conditional)* — Helpful for Migri but not strictly mandatory — many students secure housing after arrival via the institution.
- Comprehensive health insurance valid in Finland (≥ EUR 100,000 for stays > 1 year, ≥ EUR 30,000 for stays < 1 year) — From a Migri-recognised insurer.
- Academic transcripts + Diplomas / Degrees (notarised English translations + MoFA-apostilled)
- English proficiency certificate (per programme requirement) — IELTS Academic 6.0+ for Bachelor's; 6.5+ for Master's; some programmes require Finnish A2/B1.
- Birth certificate + citizenship certificate (notarised English translations + MoFA-apostilled)
- Police clearance from Nepal MoFA (≤ 6 months old, MoFA-apostilled) *(conditional)* — Often requested by Migri for clarification.
- Statement of Purpose (SOP) explaining choice of programme and Finland
- ANY ONE income bundle for sponsor — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — Funds the tuition / living allowance.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Student residence permit allows part-time work up to 30 hours/week (averaged over a calendar month) — automatic right.
- After 2 years on student permit + completing degree, graduates can apply for a "Job-Seeker Residence Permit" (1 year) to look for work in Finland.
- Common refusal grounds: doubts about study intent, weak SOP, unexplained funds source, prior Schengen refusals.

### Work — First Residence Permit (Type D) — Specialist / EU Blue Card / TYÖ

**Purpose:** Salaried employment at a Finnish employer. Three streams: Specialist Permit (≥ EUR 3,827/month gross), EU Blue Card (≥ EUR 5,053/month gross + tertiary education), TYÖ general work permit (TE-services labour-market test required).
**Stay duration:** Tied to employment contract — typically 2 years initially, renewable.
**Validity:** Single-entry for first arrival; multi-entry on residence permit.
**Entries:** Single (entry); multiple via residence permit.
**Processing time:** Specialist Permit / EU Blue Card / Researcher: ~10 days (express processing). TYÖ general work permit: 1–3 months (TE-services labour-market test slows the process).
**How to apply:** (1) Finnish employer extends written job offer + (for TYÖ) requests labour-market clearance from TE-services; (2) applicant files Application OLE_TY1 (Specialist), OLE_TY2 (EU Blue Card), OLE_TY3 (TYÖ general), OR OLE_TY4 (Researcher) at enterfinland.fi; (3) pay Migri fee online (EUR 480 employee / EUR 350 specialist / EUR 410 Blue Card); (4) book identification-visit appointment at VFS Kathmandu within 3 months; (5) submit biometrics + originals; (6) wait for Migri decision; (7) collect residence-permit card from VFS.

**Required documents:**

- Application OLE_TY1 / OLE_TY2 / OLE_TY3 / OLE_TY4 (filed online at enterfinland.fi) — scheme-specific
- Job offer / employment contract from Finnish employer — Bilingual (Finnish + English); includes position, salary (≥ scheme threshold), duration, address of workplace, and Finnish collective-agreement compliance statement.
- For TYÖ general permit: TE-services labour-market clearance (saatavuusharkinta) — Verifies no qualified Finnish / EU candidate is available. NOT required for Specialist / EU Blue Card / Researcher (they are exempt from labour-market test).
- For Specialist Permit: salary documentation showing ≥ EUR 3,827/month gross (2026) — Specialist threshold = 1.5 × Finnish median income for the sector. Reviewed annually.
- For EU Blue Card: salary ≥ EUR 5,053/month gross + Bachelor's degree or 5+ years professional experience in the field
- Educational certificates + experience letters supporting the role — Notarised English translations + MoFA-apostilled. Some regulated occupations require Finnish authorisation (Valvira for healthcare, etc.).
- Comprehensive health insurance valid in Finland (≥ EUR 100,000 for first 2 years before Kela registration)
- Police clearance from Nepal MoFA (MoFA-apostilled)
- Confirmed accommodation in Finland (employer-provided OR rental contract ≥ 12 months)
- Bank statement (last 3 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended)
- ANY ONE income bundle (Salary bundle most relevant for employed applicants)
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.

**Notes:**
- Specialist Permit is the simplest path for skilled professionals — no labour-market test, ~10-day processing, salary threshold is the key gate.
- Family of Type D work-permit holders can apply for Type D Family Reunion concurrently — separate application per family member, but processed together.
- After 4 years on Specialist / EU Blue Card / TYÖ, holders can apply for Permanent Residence Permit (jatkuva oleskelulupa P).
- Finland has a national IT shortage and aggressively recruits non-EU specialists — Talented Solutions Finland and Business Finland run dedicated recruitment programmes.

### Transit — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Transit / Airport Transit

**Purpose:** Transit through Finland or a Finnish airport (Helsinki-Vantaa HEL) en route to a third country.
**Stay duration:** Up to 5 days transit.
**Validity:** Single use, tied to onward booking.
**Entries:** Single (or double for round-trip transits).
**Processing time:** 15 days standard.
**How to apply:** Standard VFS Kathmandu intake.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (form, passport, photo, insurance)
- Confirmed onward air ticket departing Finland within transit window
- Visa for the destination third country (where applicable) — Finnish Border Guard verify onward admissibility at port of entry.
- Brief cover letter explaining transit *(conditional)*

**Notes:**
- Nepalis are subject to Airport Transit Visa (ATV) requirement when transiting Finnish airports — confirm at the time of filing whether ATV or full transit visa applies for your itinerary.
- Helsinki-Vantaa is a major hub for connections to East Asia (Tokyo / Osaka / Seoul / Shanghai / Hong Kong) on Finnair — many Nepalis transit here on round-trip Asia routings.

### Multi-Entry — First Residence Permit (Type D) — Family Reunion

**Purpose:** Family reunion with a Finnish citizen, EU citizen residing in Finland, or non-EU national holding Finnish residence permit.
**Stay duration:** Per host's status — typically 1 year initial residence permit, renewable.
**Validity:** Single-entry for first arrival; multi-entry on residence permit.
**Entries:** Single (entry); multiple via residence permit.
**Processing time:** Migri processing target: 9 months for spouse / partner reunion; faster for children of EU citizens.
**How to apply:** (1) Finnish-resident host completes Annex MP_1 (host declaration) at enterfinland.fi; (2) applicant fills application OLE_PH4 (spouse) / OLE_PH3 (child) / OLE_PH1 (parent of minor) at enterfinland.fi; (3) pay Migri fee online (EUR 470 spouse / EUR 230 minor); (4) book identification-visit appointment at VFS Kathmandu within 3 months; (5) submit biometrics + originals; (6) wait for Migri decision; (7) collect residence-permit card from VFS.

**Required documents:**

- Application OLE_PH4 / OLE_PH3 / OLE_PH1 (filed online at enterfinland.fi) — relationship-specific
- Annex MP_1 — host declaration completed by Finnish-resident family member
- Host's status proof: Finnish ID / EU citizenship + Finnish residence registration
- Marriage certificate (for spouses) OR birth certificate (for children) — notarised English translations + MoFA-apostilled
- Cohabitation evidence (for unmarried partners): joint lease, joint bank statements, photos, communication history *(conditional)* — Required when applying as unmarried partner — must demonstrate genuine cohabitation for at least 2 years.
- Funds proof: host's 6-month bank statement OR salary slips — Migri sets income thresholds: EUR 1,400/month for spouse + EUR 100/month per child.
- Confirmed accommodation in Finland (host-provided OR family rental contract ≥ 12 months)
- Comprehensive health insurance valid in Finland (≥ EUR 100,000)
- Police clearance from Nepal MoFA AND from any country lived 12+ months in last 10 years (MoFA-apostilled)
- ANY ONE income bundle for host (only one needed) — Demonstrates host can financially support the reunifying family member.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Spouses and minor children of EU citizens (including Finnish via Metock route) benefit from EU Free Movement Directive 2004/38/EC — much simpler procedure (no income threshold for the host); processed under EU Residence rules instead of Finnish national family reunion.
- Type D Family Reunion gives full work authorisation in Finland — no separate work permit needed for the spouse to work.
- Children turning 18 must transition to their own residence basis (Studies / Specialist / Family Reunion of EU citizen if applicable).
- After arrival, family-reunified persons must register at the Digital and Population Data Services Agency (DVV) for a Finnish personal identity code (henkilötunnus).

## Important general notes

- Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a notary-certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Use a Nepal Bar Council–registered translator and have each translation notarised by a Notary Public.
- Income proof for Finnish visas: ANY ONE of the four Nepal-side income bundles is sufficient (Business OR Salary OR Pension OR Rental) — pick the bundle matching your active income source.
- Finland joined the Schengen Area on 25 March 2001. Short-stay Schengen visas (Type C) issued by Finland are valid across all 29 Schengen states; Schengen visas issued by other members are valid for entry to Finland under the same conditions.
- Holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen Type C visa, an LTV with multi-entry, a Schengen Type D long-stay visa, or a Schengen residence permit DO NOT need a separate Finnish visa for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
- GOOD NEWS for Nepal: VFS Finland VAC IS in Kathmandu (Chhaya Devi Complex, Thamel). Unlike Cyprus / Czech / Estonia / Croatia, Nepali applicants do NOT need to travel to India for Finnish visas — both short-stay Type C and Type D residence-permit identification visits happen at VFS Kathmandu.
- Biometrics (fingerprints + photo) are mandatory for first-time Schengen Type C applicants and for ALL Type D applicants regardless of prior captures. Fingerprints valid 5 years across Schengen for Type C. Children under 6 provide photograph only (no fingerprints).
- Schengen-approved travel medical insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 cover (incl. emergency repatriation + urgent hospitalisation) is mandatory for Type C. For Type D, comprehensive Finnish health insurance from a Migri-recognised insurer is required for the first 2 years (Kela / KELA registration after 2 years gives access to Finnish public healthcare).
- All non-English / non-Finnish documents must be translated into English by a Nepal MoFA-recognised translator and apostilled — Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 14 March 2024.
- Type D applications start ONLINE at enterfinland.fi (Migri portal). After online filing + payment, applicant books an identification-visit appointment at VFS Kathmandu within 3 months — biometrics + originals submitted there. Migri then processes the case in Helsinki and ships the residence-permit card to VFS Kathmandu OR to the applicant's registered Finnish address.
- Finland uses fast-track categories for high-skill talent: (1) Specialist Permit (≥ EUR 3,827/month gross, 2026 figure — processed in ~10 days), (2) EU Blue Card (≥ EUR 5,053/month gross — ~14 days), (3) Researcher Permit (no salary threshold, ~10 days), (4) Sportsperson / Coach (~10 days), (5) Start-up Permit for innovative founders endorsed by Business Finland (~30 days).
- Common refusal patterns for Nepal: weak ties to Nepal (no property / business / family obligation), unexplained funds, vague itinerary, undisclosed prior Schengen / UK / US refusals, applicants under 30 without dependants. Migri also scrutinises Nepali educational documents heavily for Type D Studies / Specialist applications.
- Finland uses EUR (joined Eurozone 1 January 1999, switched to euro cash 1 January 2002) — unlike Denmark / Sweden / Czech / Croatia which retain national currencies.

## How to apply (4 steps)

1. **Confirm Finland visa eligibility** — Check that your Nepali passport qualifies for the visa type you need (tourist, business, family, education). Diplomatic / official passport holders may have different rules.
2. **Gather supporting documents** — Prepare: Finnish Schengen visa application form (signed); Nepali passport (issued within last 10 years; ≥ 3 months validity beyond visa expiry; ≥ 2 blank back-to-back pages); Two passport-size photos (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old); Schengen-approved travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage); Confirmed return air ticket (reservation only at file-prep stage); Confirmed accommodation in Finland for the entire stay.
3. **Submit at VFS Global Finland Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu** — Apply online at visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/fin -> fill Schengen application + upload documents -> pay fee online OR at counter -> book biometric appointment at VFS Kathmandu -> submit biometrics + originals -> wait for Embassy decision -> courier passport collection at VFS.
4. **Track and collect** — Processing typically takes 15 calendar days standard at the Embassy Delhi; up to 30 days in justified cases; max 45 days when extra documentation is requested.. Yatra's concierge tracks your application and notifies you on each status change.

## Frequently asked questions

### How long does a Finland tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

15 calendar days standard at the Embassy Delhi; up to 30 days in justified cases; max 45 days when extra documentation is requested.

### What bank balance is required for a Finland visa?

Bank statement (last 3 months) showing capacity for the trip — recommended ending balance NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000)+ for a typical 7–14-day Schengen-area trip — plus 3-year Income Tax Returns and an international credit card with 3-month statement. Finnish consular officers reference EUR 30/day (with prepaid accommodation) OR EUR 100/day (without) as the per-diem benchmark.

### How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Finland on a tourist visa?

Maximum 90 days within any 180-day rolling period. (Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Tourism).

### Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Finland tourist visa?

Apply online at visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/fin -> fill Schengen application + upload documents -> pay fee online OR at counter -> book biometric appointment at VFS Kathmandu -> submit biometrics + originals -> wait for Embassy decision -> courier passport collection at VFS.

### What documents are required for a Finland tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: Finnish Schengen visa application form (signed); Nepali passport (issued within last 10 years; ≥ 3 months validity beyond visa expiry; ≥ 2 blank back-to-back pages); Two passport-size photos (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old); Schengen-approved travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage); Confirmed return air ticket (reservation only at file-prep stage); Confirmed accommodation in Finland for the entire stay; Detailed travel itinerary (locations, duration per location); Cover letter explaining purpose of trip.

### Where is the Finland embassy in Nepal?

Embassy of Finland — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal + Bhutan) — E-3, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India. Phone: +91 11 4149 7500.

### Can Nepali citizens apply for a Finland business visa?

Yes — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Business. Business meetings, contract negotiations, conferences, exhibitions — no employment in Finland or the wider Schengen Area. Processing: 15 days standard; 5–10 days for fast-tracked invitations from established Finnish inviters..

### Is there an online portal to apply for a Finland visa?

Yes — apply online at https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/fin (VFS Finland Nepal — Type C + Type D identification visit) · https://enterfinland.fi (Migri online — mandatory Type D pre-application) · https://migri.fi/en — Finnish Immigration Service (Type D adjudication, processing-time tracker) · https://finlandabroad.fi/web/ind — Embassy of Finland New Delhi · https://um.fi — Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs (Schengen visa policy).

### How is the Finland visa fee paid?

Visa fee + VFS service charge in cash NPR or by card / QR at the VFS Kathmandu counter. For Type D, Migri fee is paid online at enterfinland.fi when filing the application; identification-visit fee at VFS Kathmandu is paid in cash NPR at the appointment.

### Can Yatra help with a Finland visa application?

Yes — Yatra provides end-to-end visa assistance for Finland including document preparation, appointment booking, application review, and a PNR-backed dummy ticket (NPR 999) when the embassy requires proof of onward travel.

## Sources

- https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/fin/visa-type — VFS Global Finland Nepal one-pager (categories, fees, biometrics, document checklist)
- https://enterfinland.fi — Migri online portal (mandatory Type D pre-application)
- https://migri.fi/en — Finnish Immigration Service (Type D adjudication, processing-time tracker)
- https://finlandabroad.fi/web/ind — Embassy of Finland New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal + Bhutan)
- https://www.te-palvelut.fi — TE-services (labour-market clearance for TYÖ general work permits)
- https://um.fi — Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs (Schengen visa policy)
- https://www.businessfinland.fi/start-up-permit — Business Finland Start-up Permit programme
- Specialist Permit threshold EUR 3,827/month gross (2026) — reviewed annually by Migri
- EU Blue Card threshold EUR 5,053/month gross (2026) — 1.5 × average gross wage in Finland
- Migri fee schedule effective 1 January 2026 (Studies EUR 350; Employee EUR 480; Specialist EUR 350; EU Blue Card EUR 410; Family Reunion EUR 470)
- Schengen Visa Code Regulation (EC) No 810/2009 — Schengen acquis (Finland accession 25 March 2001)
- Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 14 March 2024 — Nepal-issued documents apostilled by Nepal MoFA after that date are accepted by Finnish authorities without further consular legalisation

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*Yatra (https://yatraforfun.com) provides end-to-end visa assistance for Nepali citizens — document review, embassy submission, dummy ticket (NPR 999) when proof of onward travel is required.*