Finland visa requirements for Botswanas

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Botswanas visiting Finland

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Finnish Visa.

  • Schengen visa application form. The form should be duly filled and signed.
  • An International passport with at least two blank pages which is valid for a minimum of 3 months beyond the intended return date to Botswana.
  • Two recent passport photographs taken in a white background.
  • Schengen travel insurance worth a minimum of 30,000 Euros.
  • Documents confirming purpose of travel.
  • Cover letter.
  • Proof of civil status.
  • Recent bank statement.
  • Flight return ticket.
  • Accommodation reservation.
  • Proof of paid visa fees.

Finland Visa for Botswanas

Facts about Finland

Finland’s plethora of lakes makes it a top summer destination. There are a plethora of lakes which have holiday cabins and host activities such as swimming, fishing, and sailing. The Arctic Lapland province is a top destination for tourist, it is a wilderness that has national parks and ski resorts. The country is well-known for its saunas and iconic designs.

The tourism industry in Finland accounts for about 2.5% of the Finnish GDP. The industry is responsible for providing about 136,700 jobs. In 2017, Finland played host to over 6.7 million foreign tourists.

Types of Finland Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Business visa 15 days 90 days
Student visa 15 days more than 90 days

General Requirements for Finland Visa

  • Schengen visa application form. The form should be duly filled and signed.
  • An International passport with at least two blank pages which is valid for a minimum of 3 months beyond the intended return date to Botswana.
  • Two recent passport photographs taken in a white background.
  • Schengen travel insurance worth a minimum of 30,000 Euros.
  • Documents confirming purpose of travel.
  • Cover letter.
  • Proof of civil status.
  • Recent bank statement.
  • Flight return ticket.
  • Accommodation reservation.
  • Proof of paid visa fees.
Finland Tourist visa Finland Business visa Finland Student visa

Finland Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Finland tourist visa is issued for sight-seeing and leisure purposes.
  • Finland issues a non-extendable visa for 90 days. The 90 days starts counting from the date of entry into Finland.
  • The cost of a tourist visa for children between the ages of 6 and 11 costs 35 EURO while for children younger than 6 years, visa is free.
  • Applicants are required to have a minimum of 30 Euro per day for the duration of stay. This is what the consul will check as confirmation of sufficient funds.
  • Minors are required to submit a copy of their original birth certificate and consent letter signed by both parents.
  • Travel insurance is compulsory for all individuals travelling to any Schengen state. The insurance should be worth a minimum of 30,000 Euros and should be valid for the duration of the trip.
  • Proof of accommodation reservation, valid for the duration of the visa application is required.
  • For applicants staying with a relative or friend, a letter of invitation from the host would be required. 
  • The invitation letter should state the duration of the trip, the relationship between both parties and contain personal details of the inviting party.
  • There is a restriction on how much cash can be brought into Finland and taken out of the country.
  • The amount is 10,000 Euros and would be declared at the port of entry/exit.
  • It is illegal to overstay a Schengen visa. You would be fined or deported if caught overstaying your visa.

Finland Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to business-minded people.
  • It is for temporary work-related purposes, valid for 90 days and does not permit gainful employment in Finland.
  • Individuals who want to attend conferences, seminars or business meetings can also apply for this visa.
  • A letter of leave from your current employer in Botswana should be provided. The letter should state your position at work and when you are expected to return back to work.
  • The inviting Finnish company is required to issue an invitation letter to the applicant containing details of the transaction to be conducted and the financier of the trip.
  • A sponsor would be required if the inviting company will not sponsor the trip.
  • Details of previous business dealings with the inviting company should be presented if there are such transactions.
  • Finland business visa can be used multiple times for entry into the country.
  • This visa allows its holder to attend trade fairs and exhibitions, interview and employ staff also.
  • Proof of visa fee payment is required before processing can be done.

Finland Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Individuals with the intention to study or intern in Finland can apply for this visa.
  • Short-stay courses of less than 90 days can be done with this visa but if the course is over 90 days then you have to apply for a temporary residence permit.
  • A student must have a minimum of EUR 560 per month, this will prove that the student can pay any necessary bills during the trip.
  • Your Botswana passport must be issued not more than 10 years from the visa application date and should be valid for a minimum of three months from the intended date of exit from Finland.
  • If the student does not have enough funds then a sponsor would be needed. The sponsor should present a recent bank statement showing enough money(minimum of 6,720 Euros) for the student's studies.
  • Students on scholarship would be required to provide a certificate attesting to that.
  • Before applying for the student visa, ensure that you have been admitted into the institution.
  • Certificates of previous degrees earned and transcripts of results would be required.
  • Student visa allows its holders to take language courses and other short-term courses.
  • The original copy of the admission letter issued by the registered institution in Finland is required for visa processing.
  • You must ensure you are in good health with a certificate showing you are free from contagious diseases to prove it.
  • Applicants with previous criminal records in Botswana would not be issued a visa.
  • You are expected to exit Finland at the expiration of your visa.

Finland Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

60.00 (EUR)

Finland Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Botswana

Location

Address

Finland

There is currently no Finland representation in Botswana. Applicants should visit neighboring countries with an embassy/consulate for visa application.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some tourist destinations in Finland?

Finland has a number of interesting places for tourists to visit during a trip to the country. Levi, the most popular ski resort in Finland, is one of those places. Finland also has Kauhava(Finland's biggest amusement park), Hyvinkaa(home of Finnish railway museum), Nuuksio National park and Lappajarvi(Unique carter lake).

Is it easy to get around in Finland?

The transport system in Finland is well organized and this makes it easy for individuals to move around in the country. There are planes, trains, buses, taxis, and ferries available but they are all expensive.

What are the languages in Finalnd?

There are two official languages in Finland: Finnish and Swedish. About 90.67% of the population speak Finnish while 5.43% speak Swedish. The other part of the population is made up of small Sámi-speaking and Russian-speaking minorities and up to 70% of the population speak English to varying degrees of fluency.

Can I get alcohol in Finland?

Alcohol can easily be gotten in Finland but individuals have to present a government-issued ID card before they can buy alcohol in grocery stores in Finland.