Visa Rules
Last updated: 2025-04-18 10:45:03
Tourist Visa
To visit Aaland Islands for Business or Tourism, you require a visa. A paper or embassy visa is the only type of visa available for visitors. Typically the visa is a stamp or sticker added to your passport. You must submit your application through the consulate or local visa center.
As an Indian passport holder, you are required to obtain a Schengen visa to enter Finland, which includes the Ã…land Islands. This visa allows stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period for purposes such as tourism, business, or visiting family.
Visa Requirements
As an Indian passport holder, you are required to obtain a Schengen visa to visit the Åland Islands.​
Application Process:
- Complete the Visa Application Form: Fill out the form online at finlandvisa.fi.​
- Prepare Required Documents:
- Valid Passport: Must be issued within the last 10 years and valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen area.
- Recent Passport-Sized Photograph: In color and meeting the specified requirements.
- Travel Insurance: Coverage of at least €30,000, valid throughout the Schengen area, including repatriation.
- Proof of Accommodation: Hotel bookings or a letter of invitation.
- Travel Itinerary: Flight reservations and planned activities.
- Proof of Financial Means: Bank statements or sponsorship letters.​
- Submit Your Application: Schedule an appointment and submit your application.
- Biometric data (fingerprints and photograph) will be collected during your appointment.​
- Pay the Visa Fee: The standard fee for a short-stay Schengen visa is €80.
- Additional service fees may apply when applying through VFS Global.​
- Processing Time: Visa applications are typically processed within 15 calendar days.
- It's advisable to apply at least 15 days before your intended travel date and no more than six months in advance.​
Important Notes:
- Ensure all documents are accurate and complete to avoid delays.
- While no specific vaccinations are required for entry, it's recommended to check with health authorities for any advised vaccinations.​
Visa Application Centres and Embassy Information
Embassy of Finland in India
Address: E-3, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
Phone: +91 11 4149 7500
Email: visa.nde@formin.fi
​The official websites for Finnish visa information and services are:
Finnish Immigration Service (Migri)
Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland
Finland Online Visa Appilication for Schengan Visa
