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Permanent residence permit application

  • Permit or other obligation
  • Nationwide
  • Public service

Use this application to apply for a permanent residence permit (P).

You can get a permanent residence permit if:

  • you have resided in Finland for a continuous period of 4 years with a continuous residence permit (an A permit);
  • your residence permit is valid when you apply for the permanent residence permit; and
  • the requirements for issuing a continuous (A) residence permit are still m ...

Do the following

  1. Make sure you meet the requirements for the residence permit you are applying for.
  2. Make sure you have all the attachments needed for the application and that they are up to date. If necessary, have them translated and legalised.
  3. Fill in your application in the online service Enter Finland or use a paper application form.
  4. Pay for your application in the e-service Enter Finland or at a service point of the Finnish Immigration Service.
  5. Book an appointment at a service point of the Finnish Immigration Service.
  6. Wait for a decision. The Finnish Immigration Service will contact you if necessary.

Period of validity

The permanent residence permit is valid until further notice.

The service is provided by

Finnish Immigration Service

Responsible for the service

Finnish Immigration Service
Text edited by: Finnish Immigration Service
Updated: 1/8/2023