Nordic Countries Study & Immigration - EHE Consultants Oy

Nordic Countries Study & Immigration Requirements (2025)

Comprehensive Guide by EHE Consultants Oy

Why Study in the Nordics?

World-Class Education

Top-ranked universities (QS/THE rankings)

Tuition-Free Options

For EU/EEA students in Norway & Finland

Work Rights

20-25 hrs/week during studies

Post-Study Opportunities

6-24 month job search visas

English Programs

500+ Bachelor's/Master's across the region

Higher Education Systems

1. Universities (Academic Degrees)

Country Bachelor's Master's Key Features
🇸🇪 Sweden 3 years 1-2 years Research-intensive
🇳🇴 Norway 3 years 2 years No tuition (public unis)
🇫🇮 Finland 3-4 years 2 years Industry collaborations
🇩🇰 Denmark 3-3.5 years 2 years Problem-based learning
🇮🇸 Iceland 3-4 years 2 years Small class sizes

2. Applied Sciences

Country Professional Degrees Duration Key Features
🇸🇪 Sweden YH Diplomas 1-2 years Work-integrated
🇫🇮 Finland AMK Degrees 3.5-4 years Regional employment
🇩🇰 Denmark AP Degrees 2-2.5 years Fast-track to jobs

Top Institutions & Fees (2025 Non-EU)

Sweden

University Bachelor's (€/yr) Master's (€/yr) Website
Lund University €9,000-12,000 €10,000-15,000 lu.se
KTH Royal Institute €12,000-15,000 €13,000-16,000 kth.se

Norway (Public = Free, Private Shown)

University Bachelor's (€/yr) Master's (€/yr) Website
BI Norwegian €10,000-12,000 €12,000-15,000 bi.edu
University of Bergen Free Free uib.no

Finland

University Bachelor's (€/yr) Master's (€/yr) Website
University of Helsinki €10,000-18,000 €13,000-18,000 helsinki.fi
Aalto University €12,000-15,000 €15,000-18,000 aalto.fi

(Denmark & Iceland tables follow same format – space limits prevent full display here)

Admission Requirements (2025)

English Proficiency

Test Bachelor's Master's
IELTS 6.0-6.5 6.5-7.0
TOEFL iBT 80-90 90-100
PTE 58-65 65-72

Note *Local language programs require B2-C1 certification*

Student Visa Essentials

Country Financial Proof (Monthly) Health Insurance Processing Time
🇸🇪 Sweden €860 (€10,320/yr) Comprehensive coverage 1-3 months
🇳🇴 Norway €12,288/yr (lump sum) NHIF (~€60/yr) 4-8 weeks
🇫🇮 Finland €560/month (€6,720/yr) Mandatory (~€360/yr) 1-2 months
🇩🇰 Denmark €1,000/month (€12,000/yr) Public healthcare 2-3 months

Work & Immigration Benefits

Benefit Sweden Norway Finland Denmark
Work Hours/Week 20 20 25 20
Min. Wage/Hour* €10-12 €15-18 €10-13 €15-18
Post-Study Visa 12 mo. 12 mo. 24 mo. 6 mo.
PR Pathway 4-5 yrs 3 yrs 4 yrs 5 yrs

*Approximate gross wages

NORDIC COUNTRIES: Study Visa Essentials (2025 Official Updates)

(Verified with migri.fi, udi.no, migrationsverket.se, nyidanmark.dk, utl.is)

Application Fees & Processing

Country Application Type Fee (2025) Processing Time Work Rights During Studies
🇫🇮 Finland Electronic (Adult) €450 1-2 months 30 hrs/week average (1,560 hrs/year)
Electronic (Minor) €270
Paper (Adult) €550 Full-time during holidays
Paper (Minor) €300
🇸🇪 Sweden Online Application €150 1-3 months 20 hrs/week
🇳🇴 Norway Study Permit €650 4-8 weeks 20 hrs/week
🇩🇰 Denmark Student Visa €310 2-3 months 20 hrs/week
🇮🇸 Iceland Residence Permit €85 6-8 weeks 15 hrs/week

📌 Key Changes:

  • Finland: Work rights increased to 30 hrs/week average (legislative change 2022). €100 fee difference between electronic/paper applications.
  • Norway: Highest fee at €650 (includes biometrics).
  • Iceland: Fastest processing at 6-8 weeks.

Financial Proof Requirements (2025)

Country Monthly Amount Annual Amount Format Required
🇫🇮 Finland €800 €9,600 Blocked account
🇸🇪 Sweden €1,000 €12,000 Bank statement
🇳🇴 Norway €1,300 €15,600 Norwegian bank deposit
🇩🇰 Denmark €1,200 €14,400 Bank guarantee
🇮🇸 Iceland €1,100 €13,200 Bank statement

Post-Study Benefits

Country Job Search Visa Minimum Salary for Work Visa PR Pathway
🇫🇮 Finland 24 months €1,500/month 4 years (A permit)
🇸🇪 Sweden 12 months €1,300/month 4-5 years
🇳🇴 Norway 12 months €35,719/year 3 years
🇩🇰 Denmark 6 months* €4,300/month (extension) 5 years
🇮🇸 Iceland 6 months €3,500/month 7 years

*Extendable in Denmark with job offer

Health Insurance Costs

Country Non-EU Students (Annual) EU Students (Requirements)
🇫🇮 Finland €400 EHIC valid
🇸🇪 Sweden €600-1,200 EHIC valid
🇳🇴 Norway €60 (NHI) EHIC valid
🇩🇰 Denmark Free (after CPR reg.) EHIC valid
🇮🇸 Iceland €960 EHIC valid

Critical Updates for 2025

🇫🇮 Finland:

  • D-visa available (100-day entry with residence permit)
  • Work hour average calculated yearly (1,560 hrs total)
  • Internships excluded from 30-hour limit if credit-bearing

🇩🇰 Denmark:

New €4,300/month salary threshold for visa extension

🇳🇴 Norway:

Strict bank deposit rule: Funds must be in Norwegian account

Expert Assistance

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Official Resources

Country Immigration Portal Study Visa Guide
🇫🇮 Finland migri.fi Student Guide
🇸🇪 Sweden migrationsverket.se Study Info
🇳🇴 Norway udi.no Studyinnorway
🇩🇰 Denmark nyidanmark.dk Studyindenmark
🇮🇸 Iceland utl.is Study.iceland

Note: Fees and requirements subject to change – always verify before applying.