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Türkiye to Finland visa requirements

Türkiye ordinary passport holders need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa to visit Finland for tourism. Turkish nationals are NOT eligible for ETIAS and must apply for a visa before travel. Finland is a full member of the Schengen Area, and Türkiye is listed in Annex I of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806 as a country whose nationals require a visa to cross Schengen external borders. Holders of an ordinary Turkish passport must therefore obtain a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa before traveling to Finland for tourism. The visa permits stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the Schengen Area. Applications for Finland as the main destination are submitted in person through Finland's Visa Application Centre in Türkiye, with appointment booking through the VFS Global / Finland portal and biometric data collected unless already recorded within the previous 59 months. The standard adult visa fee is EUR 90, plus a separate visa-centre service fee. Because Türkiye is visa-required, Turkish nationals do NOT fall within ETIAS; the EU has confirmed they require a visa rather than an ETIAS travel authorisation. Travelers must show travel medical insurance covering at least EUR 30,000, supporting documents such as accommodation/funds/itinerary, and a passport valid at least 3 months beyond the intended departure from Schengen and issued within the last 10 years. EU cascade rules introduced in 2025 can give eligible repeat Turkish applicants longer-validity multiple-entry visas, but they do not remove the visa requirement or the 90/180 stay limit.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-07-01
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-07-01
Visa type
Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per 180-day period
per entry
Entries
Single, double or multiple (as granted)
from issue date
Visa fee
EUR 90 (adult) + VFS service fee
consular fee only
Processing time
15 days (longer if detailed examination is required)
standard track
Validity
As issued; eligible repeat applicants may receive longer multiple-entry visas, still tied to the 90/180 rule
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm visa type and trip purpose
For tourism, apply for a Schengen Type C short-stay visa for Finland. Finland must be your main destination (longest stay) or first point of entry.
· Type C· Tourism
/02
Book an appointment at VFS Global
Create an account and book an appointment through the VFS Global / Finland portal for Türkiye. Applications must be lodged in person, not by email or fax.
· VFS Global· In person
/03
Gather required documents
Complete the application form and assemble passport, photos, travel medical insurance (min. EUR 30,000), flight and hotel bookings, proof of funds and employment/financial ties.
· Documents· Insurance
/04
Attend appointment and give biometrics
Submit your file in person, pay the visa fee plus VFS service fee, and provide fingerprints and a photo (biometrics) unless already on file from a prior application within 59 months.
· Biometrics· Fee paid
/05
Wait for processing
Standard processing is 15 days; it may take longer if the application needs detailed examination. Apply well in advance and no more than 6 months before travel.
· 15 days· Apply early
/06
Collect passport and travel
Retrieve your passport with the visa from the centre or by courier, check the validity and number of entries, and respect the 90/180-day limit on arrival.
· Collect· 90/180 rule
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RequiredPassport valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure, with 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted and signed Schengen visa application form
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RequiredTwo recent biometric passport photos (ICAO standard)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredTravel medical insurance covering min. EUR 30,000 for the whole Schengen Area
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRound-trip flight reservation / itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds (recent bank statements)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RecommendedProof of employment / ties to Türkiye (employment letter, payslips)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedCover letter explaining purpose and dates of travel
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredVisa fee plus VFS service fee paid
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesFinland Ministry for Foreign Affairs - A visa to visit FinlandVFS Global / Finland - Türkiye visa application portalFinland Ministry for Foreign Affairs - Service fees
Application link included: Finland Ministry for Foreign Affairs - A visa to visit Finland
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Standard short-stay fee, same across all Schengen states
Schengen visa fee (child 6-11)EUR 45Children under 6 are exempt
VFS Global service feeVariesAdditional visa-centre service fee charged on top of the visa fee
Travel medical insuranceapprox. EUR 20-60Min. EUR 30,000 coverage; varies by provider and trip length
Total estimateEUR 90 + service fee — EUR 90+ with service/insurance costsincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing
15 calendar days
Normal decision time after a complete application is lodged; apply early during peak season.
Detailed examination
Longer than 15 days
Applies when additional documents or checks are required.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Türkiye is not a visa-exempt country
Turkey is on the EU's Annex I list, so all ordinary passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter Finland.
High
/02
Not eligible for ETIAS
Because Türkiye requires a visa, Turkish nationals fall outside ETIAS and cannot use it as an alternative.
High
/03
Finland is a Schengen member
Entry follows uniform Schengen short-stay rules, including the 90/180-day limit.
Medium
/04
Tourism is a short-stay purpose
Tourist visits are covered by the Type C short-stay visa, not a residence or long-stay (D) visa.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-07-01
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-29
Codex checked Türkiye to Finland visa requirement
Re-verified against Finland MFA, VFS Global, European Commission, EUR-Lex, and EEAS sources; ordinary Turkish passport holders still need a Schengen Type C visa for Finland, ETIAS remains inapplicable, and fee, processing, passport, and insurance guidance was refreshed.
2026-05-30
Türkiye to Finland route verified
Confirmed via the Embassy of Finland and EU EEAS sources that Turkish ordinary passport holders still require a Schengen Type C visa for Finland and are NOT eligible for ETIAS; EUR 90 fee and 90/180 rule current.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Turkish citizens need ETIAS to visit Finland?—
No. ETIAS only applies to visa-exempt nationalities. Because Türkiye is a visa-required country, Turkish passport holders are not eligible for ETIAS and must obtain a full Schengen visa.
How long can I stay in Finland on a tourist visa?+
Where do I apply for a Finland visa in Türkiye?+
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