The Finnish Immigration Service has announced that, starting in April 2025, the minimum income limit of EUR 1600 for a Finnish residence permit for an employed person will also apply to applications for an extended permit on the basis of employment. The limit refers to the person’s gross salary, which means their salary before the deduction of taxes and other statutory contributions.
Key Details
- Currently, the minimum income limit for an extended permit for an employed person, i.e., the minimum income requirement, is EUR 1430 per month.
- From April 2025, the salary must be at least EUR 1600 per month. If the salary is less than EUR 1600 per month, an applicant cannot receive an extended permit for an employed person.
- For those who have submitted an application for an extended permit for an employed person before April 1, 2025, but whose application is still pending after April 1, 2025, and who do not meet the new minimum income limit, their employer may supplement the terms of employment in the application and increase their salary to at least EUR 1600 per month.
To receive an extended permit for an employed person, applicants must have a job in Finland and have sufficient income for as long as their residence permit is valid in Finland:
- Their total salary must be at least EUR 1600 per month. The salary may consist of several employment relationships, but the sum does not include any bonus pay, such as evening, night work, Saturday or Sunday compensation.
- Their employer may pay part of their salary as a fringe benefit, such as a company car or housing benefit. The fringe benefits may not exceed 50% of the base salary. Fringe benefits are taken into account according to their taxable value.
Erickson Insights and Analysis
The minimum income limit for a Finnish residence permit for an employed person increased to EUR 1600 per month on January 1, 2025. Erickson Immigration Group will continue to monitor developments and share updates as more news is available. Please contact your employer or EIG attorney if you have questions about anything we’re reporting above or case-specific questions.