FINLAND IMMIGRATION FROM AUSTRALIA

Finland has a good standard of living. For the third year in a row, it has been named the “Happiest Country in the World.” Residents of the country can take use of universal healthcare and a well-functioning public education system. The working environment is well-regulated here. The country provides a safe and secure environment for its citizens.

 Finland has a population of 5.5 million people and a GDP of 45,700 dollars. These are some of the reasons why Finland is a preferred migration destination

MIGRATING TO FINLAND

While EU citizens find it easy to migrate to Finland because it is part of the EU, non-EU citizens will have to apply for a residence permit, if they wish to stay here for more than 90 days.

When you apply for a residence permit, ensure that you give the right reason for doing so. This can be for:

• Working in Finland
• Moving to Finland to be with a family member
• Studying in Finland
• Coming to Finland on other grounds

APPLYING FOR PERMANENT RESIDENCY

If you meet the following criteria, you may be eligible for a permanent residence permit:

• You have had a continuous residence permit (the A permit) in Finland for the past four years; and
• The criteria for getting a permanent residency visa are still in place.
• The four-year term begins when:
• If you had a continuous residence permit when you arrived in Finland; or if you had a temporary residence permit when you arrived in Finland.
• If you applied for your permission in Finland, on the first day of your first continuous residence permit; or
• If you have been granted a continuous residence permit based on refugee status or subsidiary protection on the day of your admission into Finland.

You can make your application for permanent residency only from within Finland.