Entry/Exit Requirements
Last verified: Sep 04, 2026
Entry Requirements at a Glance
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| Passport | Requirement | Typical stay | Approval Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
 Australia |
Visa not required | 90 days | — |
 Bangladesh |
Visa required | — | — |
 China |
Visa required | — | 96.8% |
 Germany |
Freedom of movement | — | — |
 Nigeria |
Visa required | — | 44.9% |
 Philippines |
Visa required | — | 84.5% |
 Singapore |
Visa not required | 90 days | — |
 United Arab Emirates |
Visa not required | 90 days | — |
 United Kingdom |
Visa not required | 90 days | — |
 United States of America |
Visa not required | 90 days | — |
 Vietnam |
Visa required | — | 79.1% |
Finland Visa Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist entry (current) | Free | Visa-free up to 90 days per any 180-day period, shared across all 29 Schengen countries combined (not per-country). ETIAS NOT yet required as of Sept 2026 — launch pushed to 2027. |
| ETIAS (future, not yet active) | 20 EUR (~$22 USD) | Not yet required. Will be a one-time €20 fee valid 3 years, covering all 30 ETIAS countries (not country-specific) once live. |
Finland Visa FAQ
Do US citizens need a visa for Finland?
No. As a Schengen Area member, Finland is visa-free for US citizens for up to 90 days within any 180-day period — this allowance is shared across all 29 Schengen countries combined, not per country. ETIAS (a €20 pre-travel authorization, not a visa) is not yet required as of September 2026; its launch has slipped to 2027.
Finland Entry/Exit General Information
Visit the Embassy of Finland website for the most current visa information. The U.S. Embassy in Helsinki is unable to assist private U.S. citizens in obtaining necessary visas for neighboring countries, including Russia and other countries of the former Soviet Union.
Finland is a party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, U.S. citizens may enter Finland for up to 90 days for tourist or business purposes without a visa. Your passport should be valid for at least three months beyond the period of stay. You need sufficient funds and a return airline ticket. For further details about travel into and within Schengen countries, please see our Schengen fact sheet.
The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of Finland.
Information about dual nationality or the prevention of international child abduction can be found on our website. For further information about customs regulations, please read our Customs Information page.
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Population: 5,540,720
Total Land Area: 303,890 km2
Population/km2: 18.23
Official Visa Info: Finnish Immigration Service (Migri)