Finland visa requirements for Ghanaians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Ghanaians visiting Finland

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

  • A valid passport/travel ID
  • Proof of financial resources to support you during your stay
  • Proof of accommodation (or at least proof of sufficient finances to cover accommodation costs)
  • Two current passport-sized photos
  • Medical/travel insurance
  • Travel itinerary
  • Letter of acceptance from university or place of study - for students
  • A bank receipt to prove payment of processing fee
  • Some embassies/consulates may also request a criminal record certificate.

Finland Visa for Ghanaians

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
Business visa 15 days 90 days
Student visa 15 days Variable
Work visa 15 days Variable
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days

General Requirements for Finland Visa

  • A valid passport/travel ID
  • Proof of financial resources to support you during your stay
  • Proof of accommodation (or at least proof of sufficient finances to cover accommodation costs)
  • Two current passport-sized photos
  • Medical/travel insurance
  • Travel itinerary
  • Letter of acceptance from university or place of study - for students
  • A bank receipt to prove payment of processing fee
  • Some embassies/consulates may also request a criminal record certificate.
Finland Business visa Finland Student visa Finland Work visa Finland Tourist visa

Finland Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This is the type of visa issued to persons who intend to visit Finland for tourism purposes.
  • You can also visit family and friends while on this visa.
  • Applicants seeking this visa need to submit an invitation letter from a family member or host living in Finland.
  • This letter should clearly state the address and contact details of the host, as well as your relationship with them.
  •  During the visa application, you will need to provide proof of sufficient funds to last the duration of your stay.
  • The Finnish tourist visa is valid for only 90 days.
  • You are advised to exit the country before your visa expires.
  • This visa does not serve study purposes. You cannot be enrolled in any of the institutions of learning in the country.

Finland Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to Finland for business purposes.
  • You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Finnish company you will be visiting.
  • This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
  • If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
  • Your bank statement from the last 6 months is needed.
  • Self-employed people will submit proof of business registration.
  • You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
  • It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.

Finland Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • A foreigner who wants to stay and study in Finland will require either a student visa or a student residence permit.
  • The Finland student visa and the residence permit do not refer to the same document.
  • Finland student visa is a temporary short-term permit that is issued to a foreign student who wants to stay and study in Finland for a maximum of 90 days (3 months).
  • Finland student residence permit is issued to a foreign student to wants to stay and study in Finland for duration of more than 90 days (3 months).
  • Normally, Finland residence permits for students are granted for one year at a time.
  • A student visa is suitable for those foreign students who plan to take a short-term language course in Finland or want to appear in an entrance examination.
  • A student residence permit is suitable for those foreign students who have been accepted into a full-term degree course in Finland.
  • To be eligible for Finland Student Visa or Residence Permit, you must provide the official letter of acceptance issued by your hosting Finnish university or educational institute or polytechnic.
  • You must provide proof of your financial ability so as to support yourself financially during your entire period of study in Finland and for your return transportation.
  • At present, a student must have a minimum of EUR 560 per month for staying in Finland. This means the student must have a minimum of EUR 6720 per year for his or her expenses in Finland.

Finland Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • If you’re planning on taking a job in Finland, you need to get a work permit first.
  • Everyone, except EU, EEA and Nordic citizens, need to have a work permit in order to legally work in Finland.
  • Working illegally in Finland could lead to deportation as well as either yourself or your employer facing a fine or a prison sentence.
  • The Finnish authorities will make a decision about your work permit based on whether there are sufficiently qualified people already living in Finland who could take on the job you are applying for.
  • They will also decide whether or not the skills required for the job are specialist enough to deserve a work permit.
  • The Finnish work permit is generally granted for employment in a specific field, so the employee is entitled to move between jobs within the same field under the same permit.
  • There are some cases where foreign citizens can work in Finland without a residence permit for an employed person.
  • This could be if the applicant has received a residence permit on humanitarian grounds, or if they are coming to work as an athlete or an artist.

Finland Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

60.00 (EUR)

Work visa

60.00 (EUR)

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Finland Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Ghana

Location

Address

Accra

The embassy of Denmark, Ghana, handles Finland visa applications. 67, Dr. Isert Road North Ridge, 8th Avenue Extension, Accra.

http://ghana.um.dk/

accamb@um.dk

+233 (0) 30 220 8730

Frequently Asked Questions

What currency is used in Finland?
The Finnish Markka was replaced in 2002 with the Euro, making Finland the only Nordic country to join the European single currency. The Markka is now out of circulation and the Euro is the only form of legal tender in Finland.
How safe is Finland to travel to?
Generally, Finland is a very safe country to visit. It has fairly low crime rates and if you follow common sense and remain vigilant at all times, you should have no problems in Finland.
Is Finland a Schengen country?
Yes. Finland is one of the 26 Schengen countries.
What are the Nordic countries?
Nordic countries are a group of countries in Northern Europe. These countries include Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden, Norway, and the territories of the Aland Islands and the Faroe Islands.
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Mariama

3 years ago

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3 years ago

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2 years ago

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2 years ago

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2 years ago

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2 years ago

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2 years ago

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