Registration of an EU citizen's right of residence (incl. Swiss) (Unionin kansalaisen oleskeluoikeuden rekisteröinti)
Registration of an EU citizen's right of residence (incl. Swiss) is a residence route in Finland (Vrij verkeer EU / EVA). Register with Migri within 3 months: work, self-employment, or sufficient funds + health insurance. Non-EU family members apply for residence card. Fee ≈€60 per person online (approx).
EU residence rights and relocation planning →Requirements at a glance
There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 8 years.
How holders are taxed
Resident if permanent home or >6 months: earned income ~30–57%; capital income 30/34%; dividends partly exempt; 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.
| Categorie | Vrij verkeer EU / EVA |
|---|---|
| Investering | — |
| Leges (gezin) | CHF 170 |
| Inkomen / jr | — |
| Vermogen | — |
| Min. verblijf | 0 |
| PV | 5 |
| Staatsburgerschap | 8 |
| Werk | yes |
| Komt in aanmerking | EU/EEA/CH only (Nordic citizens only register with DVV) |
| Belasting | Resident if permanent home or >6 months: earned income ~30–57%; capital income 30/34%; dividends partly exempt; no wealth tax. |
| Stand | 2026-10 |
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