Finnish Immigration Service Unveils D Visa Application Steps
The Finnish Immigration Service has published a structured six-step guide for foreigners seeking to apply for a D visa concurrently with their residence permit application. This process is essential for individuals planning to relocate to Finland, as a residence permit is required to move to the country.
The D visa, valid for a maximum of 100 days, activates upon a positive decision regarding the residence permit application. A critical requirement is that the D visa and the residence permit must overlap by at least one day.
The application process begins with submitting the D visa request alongside the residence permit application via the Enter Finland online portal or a paper form. Applicants must pay the D visa fee, visit a Finnish mission or VFS application center, and leave their passport for identity verification.
The processing time for the D visa aligns with that of the residence permit. Once both are approved, the D visa sticker is affixed to the applicant's passport at the Finnish mission.
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