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PR after Study in Finland
The usual route is: extended permit to look for work after graduation, specialist or employed person's residence permit and permanent residence after qualifying years. Rules change often, so plan with the latest official guidance.
- Residence permit of up to 2 years to look for work after graduation
- Specialist or employed person's residence permit
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PR after Study in Finland
The usual route is: extended permit to look for work after graduation, specialist or employed person's residence permit and permanent residence after qualifying years. Rules change often, so plan with the latest official guidance.
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Official sources: Finnish Immigration Service (Migri)
Finland at a glance
- 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
Pathway
Typical route from student to settlement in Finland
- 01
Stage 1
Extended permit to look for work after graduation
- 02
Stage 2
Specialist or employed person's residence permit
- 03
Stage 3
Permanent residence after qualifying years
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Local experience
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Language
Local-language skills matter outside English-speaking countries.
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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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