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title: Finland visa for citizens of Türkiye
description: "Citizens of Türkiye need a visa for Finland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Finland visa for citizens of Türkiye

Citizens of Türkiye need a visa for Finland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Application site: https://finlandabroad.fi/web/tur/visas

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen visa (C) · Tourist / Business / Visit
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 15–45 days
- **Government fee:** €90
- **Passport validity:** At least 3 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Approx. €50-70 per day of stay (as proof of sufficient funds)

## How to apply

1. **Determine visa type and gather documents** — Choose tourist, business, or visit Schengen visa (C).
2. **Complete the visa application form** — Fill out the Schengen visa application form online or manually.
3. **Book an appointment at the Embassy of Finland in Ankara or a VAC** — Appointments are mandatory via the online booking system.
4. **Attend appointment and submit biometrics** — Bring all documents and pay the visa fee; fingerprints and photo taken.
5. **Wait for processing** — Standard processing is 15 calendar days, up to 45 days for complex cases.
6. **Collect passport or receive by mail** — Passport with visa sticker will be returned via courier or collection.
7. **Travel within visa validity window** — Begin trip within 90-180 days; max stay 90 days in any 180-day window.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (valid at least 3 months beyond intended stay)** (Identity)
- **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Identity)
- **2 recent passport-sized photographs (ICAO compliant)** (Identity)
- **Travel medical insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)** (Travel): Valid for all Schengen area
- **Round-trip flight reservation or itinerary** (Travel)
- **Proof of accommodation (hotel booking, invitation letter, etc.)** (Travel)
- **Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, sponsorship letter)** (Financial): e.g., last 3 months bank statements
- **Employment letter or proof of student status / pension** (Employment): Or equivalent proof of ties to home country
- **Biometric appointment confirmation (after booking)** (Supporting): Fingerprints and photo taken at embassy/VAC
- **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional)
- **Invitation letter (if visiting family/friends)** (Supporting, optional): From host registered at local police
- **Marriage certificate / birth certificate (if applicable)** (Identity, optional): For family visit or spouse visa
- **No objection letter from employer (if employed)** (Employment, optional)
- **Proof of residence in Turkey (if not Turkish passport holder)** (Identity, optional)

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Approx. €50-70 per day of stay (as proof of sufficient funds)
- Personal bank statements (last 3 months)
- Sponsorship letter and sponsor's bank statements

Amount not strictly fixed; must cover entire stay.

## Good to know

- Passport must be valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area.
- Apply well in advance; peak seasons may extend processing times.
- Incomplete applications or missing documents can lead to rejection.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient proof of funds or ties to Turkey** — Provide solid bank statements and employment/study proof.
- **Invalid travel insurance** — Ensure insurance covers €30,000 and all Schengen states.
- **Previous visa violations or overstay** — Disclose honestly and provide explanation if applicable.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Türkiye need a visa for Finland?

Citizens of Türkiye need a visa for Finland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen visa (C) · Tourist / Business / Visit.

### How long can citizens of Türkiye stay in Finland?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the Finland visa cost for citizens of Türkiye?

Government fee: €90.

### How long does Finland visa processing take?

Typically 15–45 days.

### What documents do citizens of Türkiye need for Finland?

Valid passport (valid at least 3 months beyond intended stay); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; 2 recent passport-sized photographs (ICAO compliant); Travel medical insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage); Round-trip flight reservation or itinerary; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking, invitation letter, etc.); and 8 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Finland?

At least 3 months.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://finlandabroad.fi/web/tur/visas. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [finlandabroad.fi](https://finlandabroad.fi/web/tur/visas)

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