Residency Tougher criteria, higher fees for permanent residency in Finland Longer residence period and stricter language, education, and employment thresholds must now be met iStock.com/eyegelb Image Izzy Wood Senior Reporter Wednesday 07 January 2026 Finland will tighten the conditions for obtaining a permanent residence permit from 8 January 2026, extending the required period of residence and introducing new language and employment thresholds Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Work Permits Finland sees slower inflow of foreign workers and students Work Permits Stricter rules for workers, families, and employers in Finland Work Permits Finland banks on sped-up processing to win talent war Work Permits Financial thresholds to blame for Sweden’s permit decline, experts say