Residence permit on the basis of Finnish origin (remigration) (Oleskelulupa suomalaisen syntyperän perusteella)
Residence permit on the basis of Finnish origin (remigration) is a residence route in Finland (Avstamning). At least one parent or grandparent is/was a Finnish citizen by birth (later loss irrelevant), or you are a former Finnish citizen. No income requirement. Fee €800 paper (online cheaper); family can join. Child of a Finnish parent may claim citizenship by declaration.
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 once resident; 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.
| Kategori | Avstamning |
|---|---|
| Investering | — |
| Gebyrer (familie) | CHF 1'880 |
| Inntekt / år | — |
| Eiendeler | — |
| Min. opphold | — |
| PO | 6 |
| Statsborgerskap | 8 |
| Arbeid | yes |
| Kvalifisert | Descendants (child/grandchild) of a Finnish citizen by birth; former Finnish citizens |
| Skatt | Worldwide income once resident; no wealth tax. |
| Per | 2026-10 |
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