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 Åland 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
