Family immigration in Finland
Family immigration (based on family ties) allows you to join your family member who already has a Finnish residence permit. Eligible applicants include spouses, partners, children, and guardians. We assist in preparing all required documents and guide you through the residence permit application process from start to finish.
Who can apply
Only specific family members are eligible to apply for a residence permit based on family ties under Finnish immigration law. These include spouses or partners, minor children, guardians of minor children, and in some cases, other dependent family members as defined by the law.
Child
Underage biological or adopted children who live in the same household with their parent(s) are eligible to apply for a residence permit based on family ties.
Spouse
Legally registered spouses, including partners in same-gender registered partnerships, can apply for a residence permit based on family ties.
Registered partners
Civil partners who have lived together with the sponsor in the same household for more than two years are eligible to apply for a residence permit based on family ties.
Family immigration documents
All required documents must be translated into English or Finnish. Below is an expanded list of essential documents applicants should prepare before applying for a residence permit based on family ties in Finland.
You must also have valid passports and recent passport-size photos (not older than 6 months). In some cases, the Finnish Immigration Service may request additional documents for clarification, so it is important to prepare as fully as possible.
List of documents for non-eu citizen
1. Marriage certificate (with Apostille)
2. Children’s birth certificates (with Apostille)
3. Employment contract (for the person already residing in Finland)
4.Consent letter from the other parent for the child’s relocation(required if only one parent is moving to Finland) 5.Latest payslip from the sponsor’s previous salary period
Documents for Finnish citizen
1. Marriage certificate with Apostille
2. Children’s birth certificates with Apostille
3. Consent letter from the other parent for the child’s relocation(required if only one parent is moving to Finland)
Important to know
Preparation
It is essential to prepare and submit a complete and well-organized set of documents to ensure a smooth application process. Providing a thorough package helps prevent delays and reduces the chance of additional clarification requests from the Finnish Immigration Service.
Limitations
Unfortunately, a residence permit based on family ties cannot be applied for by parents, adult siblings, or other relatives not listed in the eligible categories. Only the specified family members are permitted under Finnish immigration law.
Proof of ties
To apply for a residence permit based on family ties, you must provide clear evidence of your relationship with the family member residing in Finland. This may include documents such as a marriage certificate, birth certificate, or other official records confirming the family connection.
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