What documents do you need for a Finnish Schengen visa?
The checklist, the insurance minimum and how much money you must show.
Short answer
You need a signed application form, one colour photo, a valid passport, travel medical insurance and documents about your trip, such as tickets, a hotel booking or an invitation. The insurance must cover the whole Schengen area with at least 30,000 euros, and Finland expects you to have at least 50 euros per day.
Why
- The Ministry for Foreign Affairs lists the form, a colour photo, the passport, travel insurance and supporting documents as the basic attachments.
- The ministry says the insurance must cover sudden illness, accident and repatriation for at least 30,000 euros.
- According to the ministry, the minimum amount of funds is 50 euros per day of stay.
Details
Minors need parental consent. The mission may also invite you to an interview or ask for more documents after you apply.
Tip
Use the checklist for your purpose of travel in the Finnish online visa application service. The list differs for tourism, business and family visits.
What may differ
The local checklist can ask for extra papers, such as bank statements or proof of employment, depending on the country where you apply.
Common misconception
Any travel insurance is fine as long as it covers Finland.
What actually happens
The insurance must cover the whole Schengen area, not just Finland, and reach at least 30,000 euros.
People also ask
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Sources
This answer is for reference only. Entry rules can change, so check the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland and the Finnish Border Guard before you travel.
Visas and Entry Regulations (Schengen)Related questions
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How much money do you need to show to enter Finland?
For a Finnish Schengen visa, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs sets the minimum funds at 50 euros per day of stay.
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Do you need travel insurance for Finland?
For visa applicants it is mandatory.
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Are there border checks between Finland, Sweden and Norway?
Normally there are no checks.
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Do you need a passport for the ferry between Helsinki and Tallinn?
Yes, you need a valid travel document even though there is usually no border check.