Permanent residence permits

The following permits are permanent residence permits: 

• A permanent residence permit
  • A permanent residence permit for a child
• A long-term resident's EU residence permit (P-EU permit). 

You can apply for a permanent residence permit or a P-EU permit when you meet the requirements for the permit.

Permanent residence permits and P-EU permits are valid until further notice. In other words, their period of validity is not limited. Even if your permit is valid until further notice, you must renew your residence permit card every 5 years.

The requirements for permanent residence permits have changed on 8 January 2026

The requirements for permanent residence permits changed on 8 January 2026 when the amendments to the Aliens Act entered into force. 

If you apply for a permanent residence permit on or after 8 January 2026, you can apply for a permanent residence permit on different application paths, with different requirements for each path. 

If you have submitted your application before 8 January 2026, the amendments will not affect your application. For more information on the amendments, see the page Amendments to Aliens Act regarding permanent residence permits.

Before you apply, please make sure that you meet the requirements for a permanent residence permit or P-EU permit. If possible, apply for the residence permit in the Enter Finland online service. The online service will guide you to the right application path.