| Money you must show | €800 a month: €9,600 in your own account for a year of study Plus the first year's tuition if you have not paid it yet. Living funds cannot be used to cover tuition. Source: Finnish Immigration Service (Migri), checked 29 September 2026 |
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| Visa fee | €600 online, €750 on paper First residence permit for studies, from 1 January 2026 (previously €450 and €550). €400 online for under-18s. Source: Finnish Immigration Service (Migri), checked 30 September 2026 |
| Work while you study | An average of 30 hours a week Averaged over the year, so full-time work in holidays is allowed if the yearly average stays within 30. Source: Finnish Immigration Service (Migri), checked 29 September 2026 |
| Stay after you graduate | Up to 2 years to look for work Residence permit to look for work. Apply within five years of your study permit expiring. Unrestricted work. Source: Finnish Immigration Service (Migri), checked 29 September 2026 |