Finland
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Fees & exemptions
- Adult (standard)€90
- Child 6–11Reduced€45
- Child under 6FreeFree
- Family member of EU/EEA/CH citizenFree
Directive 2004/38/EC — consular fee waived with proof of the relationship and of the EU citizen exercising free-movement rights.
Free - School pupils, students and accompanying teachers (study trip)FreeFree
- Researchers travelling for scientific researchFreeFree
- Application centre service feeService fee
VFS Global service fee per applicant.
+€35
Standard Schengen short-stay fee. Children under 6 are free, ages 6–11 pay a reduced fee, and family members of EU/EEA/Swiss citizens exercising free-movement rights are exempt. Application-centre service fees are charged in addition to the consular fee.
Where to apply
Finland Visa Application Centre operated by VFS Global in the UK; the Embassy of Finland in London handles consular matters only, by appointment via finlandappointment.fi.
Appointment system
Book the Schengen appointment through the VFS Global Finland portal for the UK.
Required documents
- Valid passport (issued within the last 10 years, valid 3+ months beyond departure, 2 blank pages)
- Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
- 1–2 recent biometric photos (35x45mm, ICAO standard)
- Travel medical insurance covering €30,000, valid across the Schengen area for the whole trip
- Round-trip flight reservation / detailed itinerary
- Proof of accommodation for every night (hotel bookings or invitation)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, usually last 3–6 months)
- Proof of employment / studies (employer letter, payslips, student letter)
- Proof of UK immigration status (BRP, eVisa share code, or residence permit)
- Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) taken at the appointment
Editor tips
Standard Schengen fees and a 15-day statutory decision period apply; VFS charges an additional service fee.
Who can apply where
Your nationality decides whether you need a visa; where you legally live decides where you apply. Applications for Finland are handled by its embassy, consulate or visa centre covering your country of residence — you cannot normally apply in a country you are only visiting.
- If you are not a citizen of the country you apply from, bring your residence permit or long-stay visa — it usually has to stay valid for at least 3 months after your return.
- Visiting several Schengen countries? Apply to your main destination, or — if you split time evenly — to the country you enter first.
- Some passports are visa-exempt for short stays and only need ETIAS travel authorisation instead of a visa; long-stay and work permits are still required for everyone.
- Fees, document lists and appointment systems are set per consulate, so the local Finland mission for your region always overrides anything on this page.
Where to submit if you apply from the UK
Addresses where applicants of any nationality living in the United Kingdom hand in Finland visa documents and give biometrics. Applying from elsewhere? Use the official links below to find the Finland mission covering your country of residence.
- LondonVFS GlobalVFS Global — Finland Visa Application Centre
66 Wilson Street, London EC2A 2BT
Short-stay visas and residence-permit identification visits.
- LondonEmbassyEmbassy of Finland in London
38 Chesham Place, London SW1X 8HW
Consular services and complex cases.
Always cross-check requirements on the official page for your jurisdiction — details can vary by country of residence.
Where to apply
Finland Visa Application Centre operated by VFS Global in the UK; the Embassy of Finland in London handles consular matters only, by appointment via finlandappointment.fi.
Appointment system
Book the Schengen appointment through the VFS Global Finland portal for the UK.
Who can apply where
Your nationality decides whether you need a visa; where you legally live decides where you apply. Applications for Finland are handled by its embassy, consulate or visa centre covering your country of residence.
Applicants of any nationality living in the United Kingdom hand in Finland visa documents and give biometrics at these addresses.
- LondonVFS GlobalVFS Global — Finland Visa Application Centre
66 Wilson Street, London EC2A 2BT
Short-stay visas and residence-permit identification visits.
- LondonEmbassyEmbassy of Finland in London
38 Chesham Place, London SW1X 8HW
Consular services and complex cases.
Book your travel to use for supporting documents for Finland
Most consulates ask for a flight itinerary and confirmed accommodation. Search Helsinki and attach the confirmations to your application.
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