VFS Global Expands Finland Visa and Residence Permit Services to 32 Countries

People can now apply for Finland visas and residency permits more easily thanks to VFS Global’s renewed relationship with the Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In 32 countries across 10 regions globally, the business will keep offering basic services including biometric enrollment, document verification, and application submission.

The Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs has re-awarded the contract to VFS Global to provide visa and residence permit services, which is a significant development for foreign visitors and residents. VFS Global is able to continue providing complete visa support, including Schengen short-term visas and resident permit services, in 32 countries across 10 global regions thanks to this renewed partnership.

Maintaining a Trusted Relationship

More than 8.5 million Finnish visa applications have been processed by VFS Global since their initial collaboration in 2010. They will continue to operate in several regions under the terms of the new contract, including:

• The Americas
• South Asia
• China
• Southeast Asia
• North Africa
• The Middle East
• Europe
• Africa
• Russia
• CIS

Options for a Finland Visa and Resident Permit

For anyone wishing to travel to or reside in Finland, the following visa and residency permit options are available:

• Schengen Short-Term Visa: For stays up to 90 days within 180 days, this visa is perfect for tourists, business travelers, and families visiting Finland.
• Residence Permit for Work or Study: Professionals, students, and other long-term residents who intend to stay longer than ninety days are eligible for residence permits from Finland. These include specific licenses for entrepreneurs, skilled laborers, and students studying in Finland.
• Family Reunification visa: Under the family reunification category, anyone who wishes to join family members who are already in Finland may apply for a residence visa.

Simplified Services for Residence Permits and Visas

The final say on visa issuance rests with Finland’s Ministry for Foreign Affairs, even though VFS Global handles crucial administrative duties like processing money, collecting biometric information, and receiving applications. The Ministry claims that VFS Global was selected due to its wide-ranging worldwide reach, quality assurance, biometric technology, risk control, and customer service standards.

Important Services Offered by VFS Global

• Biometric Enrollment: Gather and provide biometric information (photos and fingerprints) as needed by the Finnish government.
• Verify your application materials to make sure they adhere to the necessary specifications.
• Submission of an Application: Completed applications should be sent to the Finnish Immigration Service.
• Status Tracking: Keep tabs on the online status of your visa application.
• Visa Collection: After the Finnish authorities have finalized your visa decision, pick up your passport together with it.

The Ministry underlined that VFS Global will only be in charge of front-end administrative tasks, such as application gathering, document verification, and biometric enrollment. “Foreign Ministry officials continue to make visa decisions.”

Best-in-Class Service for Applicants

“VFS Global is delighted to continue serving the Government of Finland,” said Jiten Vyas, Chief Commercial Officer at VFS Global, expressing the company’s excitement about the partnership. We are excited to provide top-notch solutions and a smooth application procedure to visa applicants in ten different locations across the globe.

Conclusion

Travelers and residents around the world will continue to enjoy a well-organized, effective, and easily accessible visa and residency permit application process with the extension of VFS Global’s contract. This collaboration guarantees that applicants receive trustworthy assistance at every stage of the application procedure, reinforcing Finland’s dedication to high standards and customer satisfaction.