You must also attach a supply contract to your residence permit application, indicating the work covered by the contract.

If you apply for this permit as a first residence permit, you must submit the application abroad. Applications for an extended permit can only be submitted in Finland. Read more on the pages First residence permit and Extended permit.

See our answers to frequently asked questions: Frequently asked questions: Employment.

D visa

If your employer has obtained employer certification, you can apply for a D visa at the same time as you apply for a residence permit. The D visa allows you to travel to Finland immediately after you have been issued with a residence permit and a D visa sticker has been attached to your passport. Read more about the D visa.

Your spouse and children can apply for a D visa if they are applying for a residence permit on the basis of family ties. Read more on the page Moving to Finland to be with a family member.