How to create an application on Enter Finland
Before you start

Please note that the Enter Finland website has small updates from time to time, so some fields and questions could change. It’s better to fill out the application with Sentia's manager, who is happy to help you!

1
Create an account on Enter Finland
Go to the Enter Finland website and create an account. Enter your name, personal email address (make sure to use your personal email address, not a corporate one), and phone number.
2
Select "First Permit"
Select the option for "First Permit."
3
Choose "Work"
In the application selection menu, choose "Work" since you are an employee of Sentia.
4
Select "Work and Employment in Finland"
After this, you’ll see the option to create a new application. Click "Fill in the application" to proceed.
Page 1: Selecting the application
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Application main questions & answers
Select the option that describes your situation:
  • I have not had a residence permit in Finland before.
Are you submitting the application in Finland?
  • No.
Select the option that best describes your situation:
  • I have a job in Finland.
Have you completed a degree or qualification in Finland or carried out and completed research work in Finland?
  • No, neither option applies to me.
Select the option that best describes your situation in Finland:
  • I am an employee.
How much is your monthly salary in Finland?
  • EUR 3,827 or more.
Do you meet both of the following criteria?
  • Yes, I meet both criteria.
Which permit would you like to apply for: an EU Blue Card or a residence permit for a specialist?
  • I want to apply for a residence permit for a specialist.
2
Employer details
Name of the company:
  • Sentia Oy
Business ID:
  • 3186935-8
Country:
  • Finland
3
Fast-track applications

You will see a question about Fast-track applications.

We recommend to select the fast-track option. It speeds up the processing time and allows you to link your family members' applications.


Please note: after submitting a fast-track application, you must confirm your identity at a Finnish mission or VFS service center in your country within five business days.




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D visa option
A D visa allows you to enter Finland and pick up your residence permit directly there, using services like R-kioski.

The D visa will be issued immediately upon the approval of your residence permit at a Finnish mission. The processing fee is €95.

If you select this option, you have two weeks to pick up your residence permit from an R-kioski in Finland once it arrives there.
5
Receiving your residence permit card
The last question asks where you would like to receive your residence permit card: in Finland or at a Finnish mission abroad. Choose the option that is most convenient for you.

If you prefer to receive it abroad, it will be delivered to a Finnish mission or VFS center in your country.

If you choose Finland, it will be available at an R-kioski.

We recommend selecting the option to receive your permit abroad to simplify the process if you're submitting the application from outside Finland.
Page 2: Information on the applicant
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Information on the applicant

Fill out all required personal details. All personal data, including your name, must be written in Latin alphabet.

Skip the Finnish Identity Code field.

If your place of birth is in Cyrillic, write its international Latin transcription (e.g., the version shown on Google Maps).

Select your occupation as an IT Expert.
2
Contact information
Enter the address, postal code, and other details of your registered residence in the country where you are submitting the application. Your contact information and address in the application must match the address on your residence document.

If you already have contact information in Finland, provide that as well. If not, skip that field.
3
Information on passport
Fill in all required fields accurately.

If the issuing authority is in Cyrillic, transliterate it into the Latin alphabet. For the Russian issuing authority (МВД), you can use the transcription "MVD."

4
Questions & answers about beginning and duration of residence in Finland
I am moving to Finland permanently:
  • Yes
Date of arrival in Finland?
  • Choose an approximate date of arrival as soon as reasonably possible. We usually recommend about 2 weeks from the day you submit the application. This is just an estimate; there’s no need to purchase plane tickets yet.



5
Marital status and Information on family members

It’s required to apply for residence permits for your spouse and children on the same day to simplify the process. If you're married, provide your spouse's details and select the option indicating that your spouse is applying for a residence permit at the same time as you.


Do the same for any children applying with you. For spouse and children, applications must be submitted within two business days through the fast-track option.

Page 3: Work and income
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Employment details

Street Address:
  • Itäranta 13 A 9
Postal Code:
  • 02110
City/Town:
  • Espoo
2
Contact person
For details about the contact person on our company, reach out to our HR.
3
Terms of employment
Describe your main duties at work as thoroughly as possible. Ensure this description matches with what is stated in your contract.

Enter the working hours specified in your contract.
4
Grounds for pay
Specify the exact amount in EUR as stated in your contract.
Pages 4-7: Finalizing Your application
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Additional information for the application

You could provide detailed information about your expertise and qualifications.

Highlight that you are a specialist in your field!

Mention any unique skills, certifications, or experiences relevant to your job.
2
List of required documents
Passport.
  • A clear and valid copy of your passport. You only need to scan the pages with stamps and any notations.
Workbook of Employment History.
  • It can be either handwritten and scanned, or in digital format.
Residence Permit or Equivalent.
  • Document which verifies that you are legally staying in the country where you submit the application.
Diplomas of Higher Education.
  • Upload scanned copies of your degree certificates.
Certificates (if applicable).
  • Include any professional certifications that support your application.

Ensure all documents are clear, legible, and translated into English with notarized or certified translators. Proper documentation is critical for the smooth processing of your application.
3
Payment
The cost of an electronic application is €380
4
Submit your application
Review your application thoroughly. Ensure all fields are filled correctly and the right documents are attached.

Once you’re confident everything is in order, submit the application.

Congratulations! Your application is now in progress. 🎉
Application for spouse
Fast-track ID for your spouse will be accepted after your main application is submitted.
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Main questions & answers


What kind of residence permit has been issued to your spouse?
  • "A (continuous)."
How long do you intend to stay in Finland
  • As long as I can legally stay in Finland.
Could you live together as a family elsewhere than in Finland?
  • No.
Why not?
  • My husband has a job in Finland.
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Other questions & answers
Why have you not applied for a Finnish residence permit before?
  • My husband hasn’t had a job in Finland before.
Where and with whom is your spouse living now?
  • My husband lives with me in [country of living], we rent an apartment in [city of living].
Where and with whom are you living now?
  • I live with my husband, we rent an apartment in [city and country of living].
How have you kept in contact while your spouse has been in Finland? Have you met each other or lived together? When and where?
  • My husband has never lived in Finland, we have been living together in [countries of living], for [amount of years]. We are applying for the residence permit in Finland simultaneously.
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List of required documents for spouse
Passport.
  • A clear and valid copy of passport. You only need to scan the pages with stamps and any notations.
Marriage Certificate.
  • Apostilled and translated to English.
Residence Permit or Equivalent.
  • Document which verifies that you are legally staying in the country where you submit the application.
PK1 Form Placeholder:
  • Attach a document titled "Clarification of Form Absence.pdf", with an explanation: "My spouse doesn't have a Finnish residence permit and is applying for this permit to Finland at the same time."
Proof of Spouse's Assets.
  • Employment сontract of main applicant. You could also add bank statements or other verifiable proof of financial stability.

Ensure all documents are clear, legible, and translated into English with notarized or certified translators. Proper documentation is critical for the smooth processing of your application.
Application for children
It is preferable that children’s applications be submitted from the main applicant’s account. The form for their application will appear after the payment and submission of the main applicant's form.
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Main questions & answers
Is the child applying via the fast track service?
  • Yes.
Has the child legal right for residence?
  • Yes.
With whom is the child moving to Finland, or with whom will the child live in Finland?
  • The child is moving to Finland with his parents.
Date of the child's arrival to Finland?
  • Choose the same approximate date of arrival as for main applicant.
For how long is it intended that the child will be resident in Finland?
  • As long as legally permitted.
Has the child previously resided in Finland with a residence permit?
  • No
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Other questions & answers
Is this parent also the child's guardian?
  • Yes.
Is this parent applying for a permit to Finland or moving to Finland at the same time?
  • Yes.
Is this parent living with the child right now?
  • Yes.
Does the child have other guardians than his or her parents?
  • The child has no other guardians than his/her parents.
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List of required documents for children
Passport of the Child.
  • A clear and valid copy of passport. You only need to scan the pages with stamps and any notations.
Birth Certificates.
  • Apostilled and translated to English.
Proof of Means of Support.
  • Financial documents verifying the ability to support the children, including proof of financial assets.
Custody Document:
  • If there is no custody document or passport copy of the guardian residing in Finland, use the placeholder explanation: "We do not have a custody document or a copy of the passport for the guardian residing in Finland, as we (Parent 1 Name and Parent 2 Name) are the child's parents and currently live together in [country of living]."

Ensure all documents are clear, legible, and translated into English with notarized or certified translators. Proper documentation is critical for the smooth processing of your application.
Notes on the further relocation process
  • 1
    Photo Requirements
    It is also necessary to have photographs taken for all family members. These photos do not need to be submitted electronically; instead, you will need to bring them to the Finnish mission or VFS center in person. You can find the photo requirements and instructions here.
  • 2
    Appointment Booking
    After submitting all applications, you will receive an email with instructions to book an appointment at a Finnish mission or VFS center within five business days. The interview itself is usually very brief. The Visa Center may suggest a translator for the interview, but you have the option to decline this service.
  • 3
    Delivery
    You can arrange for courier delivery of both the D-visa and residence permit for you and your family to any address.
  • 4
    Receiving your residence permit card
    You will receive a residence permit card as proof of your permit, unless you selected the D-visa option. The card will arrive at the embassy where you confirmed your identity within 1–2 weeks (usually faster).
  • 5
    Congratulations!
    After receiving your permit, you can relocate to Finland! Check our guides to better understand your next steps upon arrival:
  • 6
    Additional information
    Brief instruction for completing the application are also available on the Migri.

    We also provide guides for application processes specific to different countries:
    Central Asia application guide
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