Residence permit for a start-up entrepreneur (Finnish Startup Permit) (Oleskelulupa startup-yrittäjälle)
Residence permit for a start-up entrepreneur (Finnish Startup Permit) is a residence route in Finland (Entrepreneur). Positive Eligibility Statement from Business Finland (innovative, scalable start-up; team owns ≥60%); funds ≥€1,210/mo net (Helsinki; €1,090/€1,030 elsewhere) for whole permit. Fee €650 online; extensions up to 4 yrs. Family fees approx.
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
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; Oy profit 20%; dividends partly exempt/30–34% capital tax; 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.
| Catégorie | Entrepreneur |
|---|---|
| Investissement | — |
| Frais (famille) | CHF 1'600 |
| Revenu / an | — |
| Avoirs | CHF 13'650 |
| Séjour min. | — |
| Résidence perm. | 6 |
| Citoyenneté | 8 |
| Travail | ownBusiness |
| Éligibles | Non-EU/EEA/CH founders |
| Impôts | Worldwide income; Oy profit 20%; dividends partly exempt/30–34% capital tax; no wealth tax. |
| État au | 2026-10 |
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