Finnish Immigration Service Lists 9 Work Permit Types

The Finnish Immigration Service has published a list of nine types of residence permits that allow foreigners to work in Finland without restrictions. This guidance clarifies the distinction between two categories of workers: those with an unrestricted right to work and those whose employment is subject to specific conditions based on their permit type.

Holders of the identified permits can work freely, while others face limitations regarding the amount of work, the sectors they can enter, and the employers they can work for. Additionally, if a foreigner's working hours or duration exceed the limits set by their permit, they must apply for a separate residence permit for employed persons to ensure proper documentation under the correct category.