You can apply to be a volunteer in Finland if you take part in:
- the European Voluntary Service (EVS) or the European Solidarity Corps (ESC) or
- an international volunteer programme or international work camp activities through an organisation that runs volunteer programmes.
If you fulfil the conditions, you will be issued a residence permit.
Where and how to apply |
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Documents required: | General attachments
Application-specific attachments
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Duration of validity of permits/visas | The maximum duration of the volunteer permit is one year. |
Conditions for renewal | No renewal after maximum period of one year. |
Appeals | It is possible to appeal the decisions made by the Finnish Immigration Service before an Administrative Court within the 30 days following the notification. The appeal procedures are indicated in the decision. A rejection from the Administrative Court can be appealed as a last resort to the Supreme Administrative Court. You will need to apply for leave to appeal. |
Change of status | If the grounds for your residence change and you meet the necessary conditions, you should apply for a new residence permit (for example employment or family ties). |
Family members | It is not possible to be accompanied by a family member. |
Long-term residence | The stay as a volunteer is temporary and it is not counted in the period of residence to be eligible for long-term/permanent residence in Finland. |
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