Finland visa requirements for Egyptians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Egyptians visiting Finland

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

  • Passport with a validity 3 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport must have been issued within the last 10 years and contain at least two blank pages.
  • Correctly filled visa application form duly signed by the applicant.
  • One passport-sized photograph not older than six months taken with a white background. The photograph should not be attached to the visa application form.
  • Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.

Finland Visa for Egyptians

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.

The possession, usage, and trafficking of drugs are highly prohibited in the country. A huge prison sentence will be dished out to defaulters.

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

  • Passport with a validity 3 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport must have been issued within the last 10 years and contain at least two blank pages.
  • Correctly filled visa application form duly signed by the applicant.
  • One passport-sized photograph not older than six months taken with a white background. The photograph should not be attached to the visa application form.
  • Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.
Finland Tourist visa Finland Business visa Finland Student visa

Finland Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for those traveling to Finland for the purpose of recreation, relaxation, and sightseeing.
  • Foreigners who have been invited to Finland by their family and friends residing in the country are the eligible applicants of this visa.
  • A letter of invitation from the friend or relative inviting you to Finland is required. The letter should state valid contact information of the host and the duration of the visit.
  • Foreigners visiting Finland on this visa are free to attend festivals and events of their choice.
  • If the applicant of this visa is employed, a certificate of employment from his/her employer is required. The letter should state the applicant’s job position, salary level, and the length of employment.
  • Minors applying for this visa should ensure they are in possession of the original of their birth certificate. If the minor is traveling with one or none of his/her parents, a notarized consent signed by both parents of the minor should be provided.
  • Holders of this visa are neither allowed to be employed or take up a course of study in an institution in the country.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fee is required.
  • Non-Egyptians are required to present a copy of their residence permit.
  • Documents to be submitted should be in English.

Finland Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Business travelers visiting Finland for the purpose of developing and maintaining business relationships between the applicant’s company and the host company.
  • Holders of this visa are allowed to negotiate and sign contracts with their partner companies during business meetings.
  • Business travelers are allowed to attend trade fairs, business seminars, and conferences relating to their profession.
  • An invitation issued by the business partner or institution in Finland is required. The invitation should introduce the applicant and state the nature of the business to be carried out. The duration and purpose of the visa should be stated in the letter.
  • A letter from the applicant’s employer should be provided. The letter should state the applicant’s job position, salary level, and the duration of the business leave.
  • The business letter provided by the sponsoring company should clearly state the entity that would be responsible for the applicant’s finances in Finland.
  • Proof of previous trade relations between the host company and the sponsoring company should be provided, if any.
  • Non-Egyptians applying for this visa from Egypt must provide a valid copy of their residence permit.
  • Proof that the payment of visa application fee has been made is required.

Finland Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Foreigners who have the intention of studying in an academic institution in Finland are the eligible applicants of this visa.
  • Applicants who have not been accepted into an academic institution in the country will not be issued this visa.
  • Letter of admission from the institution the applicant has been accepted into should be provided. The letter should state the course the applicant has been accepted to study and the duration of the study programme.
  • Certificates and transcripts gotten from the previously attended schools by the applicant should be provided.
  • The applicant should provide a document from his/her local physician in Egypt stating that the applicant is in good health condition.
  • Students are permitted to work for a part-time when school is in session and full-time when school is on break.
  • This visa is valid for the duration of the study programme.
  • Proof of sufficient means of subsistence is required.
  • All requested documents have to be translated into English or Finnish.

Finland Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

75.00 (EUR)

Finland Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Egypt

Location

Address

Cairo

Embassy of Finland 3, Abu El Feda Street 13th floor 11211 ZAMALEK, CAIRO EGYPT

https://finlandabroad.fi/web/egy/frontpage

sanomat.kai@formin.fi

+20 225 869 000

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Finland an expensive country?

Finland is the third most expensive country in the EU and the second most expensive country in the euro area.

Do they speak English in Finland?

Almost everyone in Finland can at least understand and speak English.

Is Finnish hard to learn?

Finnish is considered to be one of the most difficult languages for English speakers to learn.

How long do you have to live in Finland to become a citizen?

A foreigner may be granted Finnish citizenship after living in Finland continuously.

Is tap water in Finland safe to drink?
Finland’s tap water is among the highest quality in the world and is not only completely safe to drink but it is a pleasure to drink.