Finland Visa Requirements
You can apply for your visa now. Please note that you must prepare and upload the required documents through the website.
Required Documents
○ Original Passport Copy: The passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of travel.
○ Personal Photos: Two recent color photos (4.5 x 3.5 cm) taken within the last 30 days, not used for any other visa application, with a white background and no facial enhancements, including contact lenses or glasses.
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For Men: The head must be uncovered.
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For Women: If wearing a headscarf, it must cover the hairline, and the face must be fully visible.
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For Children under 12 years of age: Hair must be pulled back completely, and no head or neck accessories are allowed.
○ Salary Certificate: The original copy, in English, must be recent and issued within the last 30 days at the time of your visa application at the embassy.
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If employed by the public sector: It must be stamped with a colored seal from your government employer.
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If employed by the private sector: It must be certified by the Chamber of Commerce.
○ Bank Statement:
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For Saudi Citizens: A recent bank statement for the last 3 months, in English and stamped by the bank, showing a minimum balance of SAR 15,000 per applicant.
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For Non-Saudi Residents: A recent bank statement for the last 6 months, in English and stamped by the bank, showing a minimum balance of SAR 15,000 per applicant.
○ Confirmed Round-Trip Flight Bookings
○ Confirmed Hotel Bookings: Covering the entire duration of the stay.
○ Employment Contract: From the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (Qiwa) for Non-Saudi Residents, in English.
○ Exit and Re-Entry Permit: For Non-Saudi Residents.
○ Residency Report from Absher: In English, with a validity period of at least 6 months for Non-Saudi Residents.
Fingerprint Requirements for Visa
○ Fingerprints are required for adults aged 12 and above.
○ No fingerprinting is required for children under 12 years of age.
○ If fingerprints were previously taken within the last 59 months, the applicant may be exempt from re-fingerprinting. However, this is not recommended, as the absence of fingerprints at the embassy for any reason will require resubmitting an appointment and submitting new forms, incurring additional fees.
Additional Information
○ Expected Visa Processing Time: Approximately 15 days from the date of application.
○ Translation: Translation includes the national ID card, family card, and a copy of the residency permit for Non-Saudi Residents.
Medical Insurance
○ Al-Sarh Travel & Tourism provides insurance covering 30 days from the start of the trip, which is a basic requirement for Schengen visa issuance.
○ The insurance includes COVID-19 coverage and repatriation fees, in accordance with Schengen requirements.
○ Extending the insurance coverage period incurs additional fees.
Personal Data Protection
○ All personal data and attachments are secure and protected.
Important Notes
○ Visa requirements may vary depending on the applicant's nationality and travel dates, according to updates from the relevant embassy.
○ Passport return procedures may vary according to the instructions of the relevant embassy.
○ Al-Sarh Travel & Tourism provides flight, hotel, and tour booking services to its clients through specialized departments at competitive prices.
○ Al-Sarh also offers document translation services for embassies for an additional fee.
○ The company also provides international driving license issuance services for an additional fee.