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Finnish Immigration Service

Permanent residence permit application for a child

  • Permit or other obligation
  • Nationwide
  • Public service

Use this application to apply for a permanent residence permit for a child if:

  • the child is under 18 years of age and
  • you are the child’s parent or guardian or other legal representative.

You can only apply for a permanent residence permit in Finland.

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

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: 8/1/2026

Basic information

Information on fees

A fee is charged for the service.

Area

Whole Finland

Available languages

Finnish, Swedish, English