Guides

Practical, educational guides from Finland Global Consulting about living, studying, working and building a future in Finland. Guides are general information and are reviewed when official rules change.

Illustration: a globe and a passport, for permits and EU registration

Immigration and Residence Permits

Residence permit or EU registration: which one applies to you?

Whether you need a residence permit or an EU registration depends mainly on your citizenship. Here is how the main routes differ.

10 October 2026