Republic of Finland
Republic of Finland visa salary thresholds
Finland publishes a specific salary threshold for the specialist residence permit. Migri treats the route as expert work requiring special expertise, confirmed employment and salary above the annual specialist floor.
Last checked 1 July 2026. Every figure is mapped to a primary government source and re-verified over time; recorded changes appear in the changelog.
What salary do you need for a skilled-work visa in Finland?
The main skilled-work salary floor in Republic of Finland is €3,937 / month (Specialist residence permit salary threshold), effective 1 January 2026. Occupation-specific going rates may bind higher.
Verified against Migri - Specialist residence permit on 1 July 2026.
Threshold table
| Route | Amount | ~USD | In force since | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Specialist residence permit salary threshold# Migri states that a specialist applicant must have a gross salary of at least EUR 3,937 per month in 2026, excluding fringe benefits. | €3,937 / month | $4,250 | 2026-01-01 | Migri - Specialist residence permit |
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Visa Atlas, "Republic of Finland visa salary thresholds", https://visaatlas.org/salary-thresholds/finland. Last verified 1 July 2026.
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How often this changes
Migri publishes the specialist salary threshold on the route page and can revise it annually. Re-check the current year and whether fringe benefits are excluded before filing.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum salary to qualify for a work visa in Finland?
Finland publishes a specific salary threshold for the specialist residence permit. Migri treats the route as expert work requiring special expertise, confirmed employment and salary above the annual specialist floor.
How often do Finland salary thresholds change?
Migri publishes the specialist salary threshold on the route page and can revise it annually. Re-check the current year and whether fringe benefits are excluded before filing.
Does meeting the headline threshold guarantee approval?
No. Headline floors are one of several criteria. Most jurisdictions also apply an occupation-specific going rate, character and health checks, and — for sponsored routes — employer/sponsor compliance. Failing any one of these can lead to refusal even where salary is above the threshold.
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