Migri Advises Foreigners on 100-Day D Visa Applications

The Finnish Immigration Service (Migri) has issued guidance warning five categories of foreign nationals against applying for the 100-day D visa, which facilitates quick entry into Finland after receiving a residence permit. The D visa allows applicants to enter Finland while waiting for their physical permit card.

Migri advises against applying for the D visa if: 1) the applicant cannot travel to Finland within two weeks of receiving the residence permit and lacks someone to collect the permit card; 2) the applicant must travel to another country to verify their identity; 3) the applicant cannot leave their passport with the Finnish mission during the application process; 4) nationals of visa-free countries who can wait for their permit card delivery; and 5) individuals already residing in the Schengen Area with a valid residence permit. For eligible applicants, the D visa application must be initiated outside Finland, and the visa is valid for a maximum of 100 days.