How to emigrate to Finland in 2019

Every year more and more Russians, tired of the crisis, the constant drop in income, high prices for food and utilities and other things are asking the question: "And how can you move to Finland for permanent residence?

Many people know that it is a beautiful country with a good environment, free and one of the best education in Europe, with excellent medicine and a high standard of living. That is why this country attracts more and more emigrants. How is it possible to legally emigrate to Finland, or as it is called by its inhabitants themselves for the presence of a huge number of lakes, in Suomi will tell this article.

Article Content:

• Pros and cons of living in Finland
• The First Stage of Emigration to Finland
• Stages of emigration
• Documents to obtain a permit
• Conditions for obtaining Finnish citizenship

Pros and cons of living in Finland

Before describing ways to emigrate, we should describe the pros and cons of living in this unique Scandinavian country.

As mentioned above, the pluses include a high standard of living, free education, political stability and respect for the rights of citizens, strict legislation in the field of food production, so Finnish products are among the best in Europe.

Many compatriots choose this country because of its close proximity to Russia, as well as the opportunity to obtain Finnish citizenship without giving up their Russian passport.

Now we should list the disadvantages of living in Finland. First of all, it is quite high taxes, which directly depend on the income of citizens. That is, the more income a citizen of Finland, the higher the tax for him. Another important disadvantage is that without qualifications it is very difficult for a Russian to get a decent job.

In this case, there are several ways out: to work without qualifications in a not prestigious job or try their hand at entering a Finnish university, but here you can expect a third minus - the lack of fluency in the official language, which is considered one of the most difficult to learn by foreigners.

As is evident, the pros and cons are about equal in number and, despite the weighty advantages, there are significant disadvantages that can complicate emigration.

The First Stage of Emigration to Finland

To begin with we should understand all the available types of emigration to Finland.

1. occupational activity.

Most often foreigners go to work on farms, as nannies, and as service personnel. According to various sources, Suomi has a shortage of personnel in the field of medicine and construction. Therefore, Russians are also considered for these positions at a sufficient level of qualification. At the same time, it is strictly forbidden to change the field of activity, and it is allowed to move only within a certain professional sphere.

2. Admission to a Finnish university.

3. Reunion with family.

Here it is worth remembering that family members, as opposed to Russia, in Scandinavia means a limited range of people. In this case, the receiving party in Finland must document its financial well-being

4. Repatriation.

Former Finnish citizens or descendants of Finnish citizens can obtain a residence permit in Suomi

5. Obtaining political asylum.

Stages of migration

Several stages can be distinguished:
1. Obtaining a Permit to Stay
2. Obtaining a permanent residence permit
3. Obtaining citizenship

A residence permit is the equivalent of a residence permit. It is compulsory for everyone going to live in Finland.

A permit is nothing more than a card with biometric parameters. With a permit, you can move freely within the country, get a job and travel outside of Finland until the expiration date of the card.

The application form and documents for the permit are brought by the applicant in person to the Consulates General in Moscow and St. Petersburg.

Permits are issued for different periods of time. For example, for students this period is up to 12 months with the right to prolong. For other citizens it is possible to issue a permit until the expiration date of the passport.

A permanent permit is practically a permanent residence permit. It can be obtained by those who have lived in Suomi for at least 4 years.

Also, in order to get a permanent residence permit in Finland you must:
- Provide documents confirming the need for further stay in Suomi (contract with the employer, marriage certificate, etc.)
- Provide certificates of financial security
- Fluent in one of the national languages
- Not to commit offenses
- Pay all tax debts, fines, etc. on time.
The conditions for obtaining Finnish citizenship are given below.

Documents to obtain a permit

There is a basic and additional package of documents.
Basic Package:
- The questionnaire is in the national language or English. Download and complete the questionnaire at: https://enterfinland.fi/eServices/.

You can also find the form at https://finland.fi/ru/zhizn-i-obshhestvo/39636/.

- Valid passport
- 2 color or b&w photos 47×36 mm in size.
- Certificates of future residence in Finland may be required, if necessary

A lot of useful information can also be found on websites:

https://www.finland.org.ru/public/default.aspx?nodeid=36988 and https://www.migri.fi/fi/ru

Additional package for employment activities:
- Application form. You can download and fill out the application form at the above sites.
- A valid contract with a Finnish employer
- Entrepreneurs are required to provide financial documentation on the opening of their business or the purchase of an existing business in Finland.
- Service fee of 530 euros for submitting the application form. However, the service fee will be much lower if you apply electronically
For learning activities:
- The application form, which can be downloaded from the websites listed above
- Education documents
- Certificates of financial stability, confirming the availability of at least 560 euros per month
- Health insurance
- Service fee of 360 euros

Conditions for obtaining Finnish citizenship

1. Permanent residence in the country for at least 5 years. At the same time, the applicant for Finnish citizenship is not allowed to leave the country for the last 2 years.

- For citizens living in Finland from the age of 15 years, 7 years of residence is required, with a ban on leaving the country for 2 years.
- For refugees and stateless persons at least 4 years of residency are required
- For wives and husbands of Finnish citizens also at least 4 years of residence
- Former citizens of Finland and other Scandinavian countries require at least 2 years of residence

2. Knowledge of the state language

3. the presence of legal income in the country

4. no criminal record

5. Timely payment of all debts on taxes, fines, etc.

6. Payment of service fee for examination of documents by the authorized body

Statistics show that every year a huge number of foreigners get Finnish citizenship. If you want to stay in this beautiful country, it is worth taking all possible ways to get a residence permit. For example, try to get a job in Finland.