Finland Schengen Visa from United Kingdom

For UK citizens traveling to Finland, a Schengen visa is required for tourism, private visits, or if you are a family member of an EU-EEA or Swiss national. The main application centers are located in London and Manchester. Ensure you have all necessary documentation ready before booking your appointment.

2 visa centres·3 visa types·Starts at £35·Processed by VFS

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Appointment wait times

Median days from booking until appointment — based on real appointments observed by xVisa

< 20 days20–30> 30

Visa centre	Tourism TA	EU-EEA and Swiss National Family Member EU-EEA and Swiss	Private Visit Pri
London Application Centre, London
Manchester Application Centre, Manchester

Finland visa centres in United Kingdom

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Document checklist

When applying for a Schengen visa to Finland, you will need to gather up to 36 specific documents. These typically include a valid passport, completed application form, travel itinerary, proof of accommodation, travel insurance, and financial statements. It's essential to check the exact requirements based on your visa type to ensure a smooth application process.

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
Travel medical insurance must cover the full intended stay, be valid in all Schengen States, and include at least EUR 30,000 for medical emergencies, hospital treatment, repatriation, or death. Insurance information: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/gbr/en/ltu/travel-insurance
UK residence permit (or UK immigration status share code)
Required
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
Self-employment confirmation letter from accountant, banker or solicitor
Required in some cases
Recent official headed letter from an accountant, banker or solicitor stating the applicant's self-employment or business ownership in the United Kingdom.
👔Self Employed
Full birth certificate
Required in some cases
Unabridged/full birth certificate showing both biological parents' names. If not in English or German, a certified translation in the UK is also required.
🤝Family👶Travelling with children, Travelling without children
British school certificate
Required in some cases
Recent school certificate from a British school for minor applicants.
👶Travelling with children
Certificate of board and lodging
Required in some cases
Official form proving sponsorship of accommodation by the host, used as proof of accommodation.
🤝Host🏠Host
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
Home Office share code
Required in some cases
Share code from the UK Home Office proving the applicant's immigration status in the UK.
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👶Travelling without children
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
Parent bank statements
Required in some cases
Latest 3 months UK current account bank statements from one parent, showing at least one parent's name, address, and positive end balance; online printouts are accepted if applicable.
🤝Family👶Travelling without children
Copies of parents' or legal guardians' passports
Required in some cases
Copies of the passports of the parents or legal guardians, required for minor applicants travelling without their parents or legal guardian.
👶Travelling with children
Payslips (3 months)
Required in some cases
Last three payslips, original plus photocopies
👔Employed
Self-assessment tax form
Required in some cases
Self-assessment form issued by HM Revenue & Customs confirming the applicant's self-employment or business ownership status.
👔Self Employed
Sponsor bank statements
Required in some cases
Bank account statements of the financial sponsor used to prove support for the applicant.
🤝Family👶Travelling without children
Statement of willingness to support applicant
Required in some cases
Signed statement from the sponsor confirming willingness to financially support the applicant, including travel dates.
🤝Family👶Travelling without children
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)

Booking your Finland appointment

To schedule your appointment for a visa application, visit the VFS Global website for the UK. Select your preferred application center in London or Manchester, and ensure you book in advance to secure your desired date. Arrive on time with all required documents to avoid any delays in processing.