What do you need to immigrate to Finland?

If you wish to move to Finland, you will in most cases need a residence permit. If you only wish to visit Finland and stay for a maximum of 90 days, you do not need a residence permit. However, in most cases you will need a visa.

What is the most important factor for immigration?

Among the ‘macro-factors’, the inadequate human and economic development of the origin country, demographic increase and urbanization, wars and dictatorships, social factors and environmental changes are the major contributors to migration. These are the main drivers of forced migration, both international or internal.

How easy is it to migrate to Finland?

If you are a citizen of any European Union country, you can move to Finland freely. The process may involve some simple bureaucracy but nothing restricts you from moving between the EU countries. The EU citizens are also allowed to work in Finland immediately upon arrival without the need for a work permit.

Why does Finland need immigrants?

Finland needs immigrants for a variety of sectors, and competes for them with other ageing societies. In population age structure, the share of individuals aged 20–44 is greater among foreign citizens than among Finnish citizens. The immigrants are thus in a favourable working and family formation age.

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Where did the Finnish people migrate from?

Origins. Like other Western Uralic and Baltic Finnish peoples, Finns originate between the Volga, Oka and Kama rivers in what is now Russia. The genetic basis of future Finns also emerged in this area. There have been at least two noticeable waves of migration to the west by the ancestors of Finns.

How can I move to Finland without a job?

If you can’t find a job in Finland, there is the option to move to the country with an “Entrepreneur” permit instead. This is a permit which allows you to bring a business idea to Finland and set up your new company within the area.