Long-stay study in Finland (Migri permit) from Algeria
Last verified: June 2026 (migri.fi source)
How do you study in Finland for more than 90 days from Algeria?
For studies of more than 90 days, it is not a visa but a residence permit for studies (Migri), applied for online via Enter Finland, then an identity appointment at the Finnish Embassy (Algiers) — after admission to a Finnish institution. Funds €800/month (€9,600/year; reduced to €400 if free accommodation, €270 if accommodation + meals); fee €600 (online) / €750 (paper). A residence-permit card is issued. Note: OuiVisa assists the application and enrolment; residence is referred to a licensed adviser.
Official source: um.fi
At a glance
- Who for
- Studies > 90 days
- Document
- Study residence permit (Migri)
- Application
- Online (Enter Finland) + embassy identification
- Prerequisite
- Admission to a Finnish institution
- Funds
- €800/month (€9,600/year)
- Fee
- €600 online / €750 paper
- Residence card
- Issued after approval
- Residence
- Referred to a licensed adviser
Required documents
- Valid passport
- Admission to a Finnish institution
- Proof of funds (€800/month or €9,600)
- Health insurance
- Proof of accommodation
- Standard photo
How to apply, step by step
- 1Get your admission
To a Finnish institution.
- 2Apply on Enter Finland
Study residence permit; fee €600 (online).
- 3Book an embassy appointment (Algiers)
For identity verification and biometrics.
- 4Prove your funds
€800/month (€9,600/year; reductions if accommodation/meals are free).
- 5On arrival: residence card
After approval — residence referred to a licensed adviser.
Fees
| Study residence permit (Migri, online) | €600 |
| Paper application | €750 |
| Funds required | €800/month (€9,600/year) |
Indicative figures (from 1 January 2026): Migri study permit €600 (online) / €750 (paper), funds €800/month (€9,600/year; reduced to €400 if free accommodation, €270 if accommodation + meals). The application is online on Enter Finland, identity verification at the embassy. The residence card / residence is referred to a licensed adviser. Confirm on migri.fi.
Frequently asked questions
Is studying in Finland a visa?
No. Beyond 90 days it is a study residence permit (Migri) applied for online via Enter Finland, after admission to a Finnish institution.
What funds must I prove?
€800/month (€9,600/year); reduced to €400/month if accommodation is free, €270/month if accommodation + meals.
Does OuiVisa handle residence?
No. OuiVisa assists the application + enrolment; residence is referred to a licensed adviser.
What fees?
€600 online (Enter Finland) / €750 on paper.
Where do I submit my application?
At VFS Global in Algiers; the Finnish Embassy in Algiers decides itself. ⚠️ Note: the centre accepts only 10 applications per day — slots are scarce, book early.
Is visa approval guaranteed?
No. Issuance is at the Finnish Embassy's discretion; a OuiVisa partner agency prepares and tracks the file, but approval is not guaranteed.
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