Finland
How to Get a Finland Schengen Visa?
Your Finland Schengen visa application is submitted through VFS Global application centres. We manage the process together, from your appointment to document review, for tourist, short-term education/internship, and family or friends visit applications.
Application Centre
VFS Global
Office locations vary by country of residence.
Visa Fee
- €90 consulate fee (age 12+)
- €45 consulate fee (age 6-11)
- ~€25-40 application centre service fee (varies by centre)
- Children under 6 are exempt
Processing Time
Standard processing time is 15 calendar days; this can extend to 30 days if further review is needed, and up to 60 days in exceptional cases (Visa Code, Article 23).
Your Finland Schengen visa application is submitted through VFS Global's centres in Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, and Antalya; applications are accepted only through the authorised application centre.
Tourist
For tourist travel to Finland, we book your appointment through VFS Global and prepare documents matching your travel plan.
See general process →Education & Internship
For a language course or internship in Finland, we manage your VFS Global application with your acceptance letter.
See general process →Family & Friends Visit
For visiting family or friends in Finland, we prepare your invitation and accommodation documents to VFS Global's standards.
See general process →Frequently Asked Questions
- Is there a Finland visa application centre in Izmir?
- Yes, VFS Global's Izmir centre also accepts Schengen visa applications for Finland.
- Can I travel to see the Northern Lights with a Finland Schengen visa?
- Yes, your Schengen visa is valid throughout Finland, including Finnish Lapland.