Residence permit for an entrepreneur (Oleskelulupa elinkeinonharjoittajalle)
Residence permit for an entrepreneur is a residence route in Finland (Entrepreneur). Sole trader/partner, or ≥30% shareholder-manager of an Oy registered in Finland; ELY Centre assesses profitability; business income must secure support (≈€1,210/mo net Helsinki). Apply from abroad. Fee €750 online/€900 paper; permit 1–4 yrs.
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 13'650. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 6 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 8 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide income; corporate 20%; dividend/capital income 30–34%; no wealth tax.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Entrepreneur |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | CHF 1'500 |
| Income / yr | CHF 13'650 |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | 6 |
| Citizenship | 8 |
| Work | ownBusiness |
| Eligible | Non-EU/EEA/CH nationals |
| Tax | Worldwide income; corporate 20%; dividend/capital income 30–34%; no wealth tax. |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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