How to get a Finland visa from South Africa

• This visa is best for foreigners travelling to Finland for leisure, recreation and sightseeing.
• Applicants of this visa may also have the intention to visit relative and friends in the country.
• A letter from your current employer in South Africa written with the company letterhead stating that he is aware of your leave is needed. The duration of the trip should be clearly stated in the letter.
• Applicants should ensure they have a valid medical insurance.
• Visiting a friend or relative requires you to possess a letter of invitation for you host with the host’s address.
• If you are not a South African, a valid South African stay permit Is required.
• Minors should ensure they have a letter of consent signed by both parents.
• Receipt of paid visa application fee is required.
• With this visa, you are not allowed to take up a course of study.
• The visa is processed for 15 days.

• This visa allows you to do business in Finland.
• Applicants of this visa can discuss business, negotiate and sign contracts with their partners in Finland. You can attend conferences as well.
• Invitation letter from your business partner in Finland is one of the important documents you will need to have.
• You are required to have the receipt of your paid visa application fee.
• A letter from your current employer is South Africa clearly stating that he is aware of your business leave and the duration of your stay in the country.
• Return flight ticket to South Africa is needed.
• A valid travel insurance is required.
• With this visa, you are not allowed to take up paid or unpaid employment.
• You are also not allowed to take up a course in any of the country’s institution of learning.
• Minors should ensure they have the original copy of their birth certificate.
• For non-South Africans, a South African stay permit is required.

• Applicants of this visa apply for this visa with the intention of having to study in one of the schools in Finland.
• A letter of invitation from the institution you have been offered a course is required.
• For non-South Africans, a valid South African stay permit should be presented.
• A valid medical insurance is needed.
• You should have the receipt of your paid visa application form.
• If you are traveling alone, a consent form signed by both parents is needed.
• Minors should also ensure they have the original copy of their birth certificate.
• Receipt of payment of visa application fees.
• Statement from your local doctor showing that you are in good health condition.
• Certificates and transcripts from your previously attended schools.

Yes, you can travel to Finland with a Schengen visa.

Yes, you can use euro in Finland.