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Finland Study Visa & Immigration Requirements (2025)

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General Requirements for Student Visa (Non-EU/EEA Students)

  • Admission Letter – From a recognized Finnish UAS or University
  • Proof of Sufficient Funds – €9,600/year (€800/month) for living expenses (2025 requirement)
  • Health Insurance – Valid for the entire stay (minimum coverage €30,000)
  • Passport – Valid for at least 6 months beyond stay
  • Visa Application (D-Type) – Submit online via Enter Finland and visit a Finnish embassy
  • Tuition Fee Payment (if applicable) – For non-EU students in fee-paying programs
  • IELTS (6.5) / TOEFL (80) / PTE (62) – English proficiency proof (varies per institution)

2025 Updates: Post-Study Work Visa

  • 2-year residence permit extension for job search after graduation
  • Permanent residency possible after 4 years of continuous stay

Finnish Universities & UAS (2025)

Universities (Academic Degrees – BS/MS/PhD)

University Website Tuition Fees (2025) (Non-EU)
University of Helsinki helsinki.fi €13,000 – €18,000/year
Aalto University aalto.fi €12,000 – €15,000/year
University of Turku utu.fi €8,000 – €12,000/year
University of Oulu oulu.fi €10,000 – €13,000/year
LUT University lut.fi €9,500 – €13,500/year
University of Jyväskylä jyu.fi €8,000 – €12,000/year
Tampere University tuni.fi €10,000 – €12,000/year
University of Eastern Finland (UEF) uef.fi €8,000 – €12,500/year
University of Vaasa univaasa.fi €10,000 – €12,000/year
Åbo Akademi University abo.fi €8,000 – €12,000/year
Hanken School of Economics hanken.fi €12,500 – €15,000/year

Universities of Applied Sciences (UAS) – Professional Degrees

UAS Name Website Tuition Fees (2025) (Non-EU)
Metropolitan UAS metropolitan.fi €10,000 – €12,000/year
Haaga-Helia UAS haaga-helia.fi €9,500 – €11,000/year
Turku UAS turkuamk.fi €9,000 – €11,000/year
Laurea UAS laurea.fi €9,500 – €10,500/year
Oulu UAS oamk.fi €8,000 – €10,000/year
Tampere UAS tuni.fi €9,000 – €11,000/year
JAMK UAS jamk.fi €8,000 – €10,000/year
Novia UAS novia.fi €8,500 – €10,500/year
Seinäjoki UAS seamk.fi €9,000 – €11,000/year
Savonia UAS savonia.fi €8,000 – €10,000/year

Keynotes (2025 Finland Study Visa & Fees)

Visa Financial Requirements

€9,600/year (€800/month) for living expenses

Work Rights

Part-time 30 hrs/week during studies, full-time during breaks

Post-Study Visa

2-year job search permit after graduation

Tuition Fees

€8,000 – €18,000/year (varies by university)

Scholarships

Available (e.g., Finnish Government Scholarships, university-specific waivers)

Why Study in Finland?

World-Class Education

Ranked #1 in happiness & top 10 in education (UN 2025)

Free for EU Students

Tuition-free at public universities for EU/EEA citizens

Post-Study Work

2-year job search visa after graduation

Safe & Innovative

Birthplace of Nokia, Linux, and Angry Birds

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Government Scholarships

Up to 50% tuition waiver + €5,000 living stipend

University-Specific

Aalto Science Institute Scholarship (Full tuition + €8,000/yr)

Helsinki Global Talent Award (100% tuition waiver)

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Providing Best Services for Finland Student Visa (2025)

Key Information:

  • Affordable Education: €10,000-€18,000/year (EU students free)
  • Work Flexibility: 30 hrs/week during studies
  • Post-Study Opportunities: 2-year job search visa
  • PR Pathway: Continuous 4-year residence (includes study time)
  • Scholarship Access: 50+ options via Finnish universities

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Note: Requirements may vary by university. Always verify via Finnish Immigration Service.

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