Finland Schengen Visa from Ireland

Traveling from Ireland to Finland requires a Schengen visa for tourism or private visits. The Tourist Category visa allows you to explore Finland's rich culture and stunning landscapes. Ensure you meet all requirements for your application to facilitate a smooth process.

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Dublin Application Centre, Dublin

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Document checklist

For your visa application, gather the necessary documents, including a valid passport, travel itinerary, proof of accommodation, and travel insurance. Ensure all documents are complete and accurately reflect your travel plans. A total of 31 specific documents may be required, so check the latest guidelines before submission.

Proof of sufficient accommodation
Required
Proof that the person being joined has sufficient accommodation, such as a property title deed or registered lease contract for the principal residence.
Application form
Required
Duly completed and signed visa application form
Bank statements (3 months)
Required
Personal bank statements showing income and funds
Credit card statement
Required
Credit card account statement indicating the cardholder's name and address and showing the monthly limit or spending cap.
Return or onward travel booking
Required
Printed flight/train/bus booking showing passenger name and itinerary
Valid passport or travel document
Required
Original passport valid at least 3 months beyond return date, plus photocopy
Travel medical insurance
Required
Insurance covering all Schengen states for EUR 30,000 minimum
Child birth certificate
Required in some cases
Birth certificate of child for dependent applications
👶Travelling with children
British school certificate
Required in some cases
Certificate from a British school confirming enrolment/attendance, required for minors in specific situations.
👶Travelling with children
Certificate of family relationship
Required in some cases
Official document (such as family registration, birth/marriage record) proving family relationship between applicant and sponsoring spouse or parents.
🤝Family
Employment Letter
Required in some cases
If employed, provide a recent original signed headed employer letter addressed to the Mission and confirming your employment.
👔Employed
Hotel Reservation
Required in some cases
Provide confirmed accommodation booking showing the applicant's name, travel dates, and accommodation address details.
🏠Hotel
Marriage or civil partnership certificate
Required in some cases
Recent (≤6 months) marriage/civil partnership certificate
🤝Family
Parental consent documents for minors
Required in some cases
For minors travelling alone/with one parent: parental consent, certified copies of parents’ passports, British school certificate.
👶Travelling with children
Parents’ passports or certified copies
Required in some cases
Original passports of both parents, or certified copies of the biodata pages, for minors travelling alone or with only one parent.
👶Travelling with children
Payslips (3 months)
Required in some cases
Last three payslips, original plus photocopies
👔Employed
Finland proof of sponsorship (maintenance/support) form (ylläpitositoumus)
Required in some cases
Official Finnish ‘proof of sponsorship’ / maintenance undertaking form (certificate of board and lodging) with required attachments, used when accommodation/costs are covered by a sponsor/host. Form: https://um.fi/documents/35732/0/yll%C3%A4pitositoumus_eng.pdf/a31ab357-3926-6007-a21a-67e640e06829?t=1704706041856
Self-assessment tax return (HMRC)
Required in some cases
Self-assessment form/tax return edited by revenue and customs authorities (HMRC), required as part of proof of income for self-employed applicants per the Finland private visit checklist.
👔Self Employed
Self-employment status letter
Required in some cases
Letter from accountant/banker/solicitor describing business ownership and annual income
👔Self Employed
Sponsor proof of funds
Required in some cases
Document showing the sponsoring spouse's or registered partner's available financial means.
🤝Family
Sponsor statement of willingness to support applicant
Required in some cases
Signed statement from a third-party sponsor confirming willingness to financially support the applicant, including intended travel dates.
🤝Family
Spouse bank statements
Required in some cases
Recent bank statements in the spouse’s name used to prove funds when the applicant is financially supported by their spouse.
🤝Family
Student status letter
Required in some cases
Recent signed letter from school/college/university confirming enrollment, hours per week, attendance
👔Student
Tour booking confirmation
Required in some cases
Tour booking confirmation or list of participants (if part of a tour).
🏠Hotel
Multi-country travel itinerary
Required in some cases
Tickets between Schengen countries (if applicable)
UK immigration status share code printout
Required in some cases
Printout/downloaded proof of right to reside in the UK using a UK Home Office immigration status share code. Page: https://www.gov.uk/view-prove-immigration-status
UK residence permit (or UK immigration status share code)
Required in some cases
Valid UK residence permit card showing the applicant’s right to reside in the UK; if no card is available or the digital permit is valid longer than the card, a UK Home Office immigration status share code printout is acceptable. Share code page: https://www.gov.uk/view-prove-immigration-status
Visa application photo requirements reference (ICAO guidelines)
Optional
Reference document/link for Schengen visa application photograph requirements per ICAO guidelines: https://www.icao.int/Security/mrtd/Downloads/Technical%20Reports/Annex_A-Photograph_Guidelines.pdf

Booking your Finland appointment

Schedule your appointment at the Application Centre in Dublin well in advance. Arrive on time with all required documents to avoid delays. Be prepared to answer questions about your travel plans and provide any additional information if requested. This will help streamline your application process.