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Post-Study Work Visa in Finland
Residence permit of up to 2 years to look for work after graduation. After that: specialist or employed person's residence permit.
- Residence permit of up to 2 years to look for work after graduation
- Specialist or employed person's residence permit
- Program selection
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Post-Study Work Visa in Finland
Residence permit of up to 2 years to look for work after graduation. After that: specialist or employed person's residence permit.
Official sources: Finnish Immigration Service (Migri)
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- Work during study
- Up to 30 hours a week on average during term
- Minimum pay
- No statutory minimum wage — collective agreements apply
- After graduation
- Residence permit of up to 2 years to look for work after graduation
- Longer term
- Specialist or employed person's residence permit; Permanent residence after qualifying years
Route
After graduation
Plan
Planning for work after your degree
- 01
Choose an eligible program
Check the program length and type qualify for post-study work before you enrol.
- 02
Build experience
Up to 30 hours a week on average during term
- 03
Apply on time
Apply for the post-study permission before your student status ends.
- 04
Move to a work route
Specialist or employed person's residence permit
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Up to 30 hours a week on average during term
No statutory minimum wage — collective agreements apply
Residence permit of up to 2 years to look for work after graduation
Possible routes: Extended permit to look for work after graduation, Specialist or employed person's residence permit and Permanent residence after qualifying years.
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