Residence permit application for au pair status
- Permit or other obligation
- Nationwide
- Public service
Apply with this application for a residence permit if you intend to come to Finland to work as an au pair.
You can apply for a residence permit for au pairing if you have studied or taken an interest in
- the Finnish or Swedish language
- Finnish culture, such as Finnish history or politics.
The tasks of an au pair must be organised in the host family in a way that allows you to take classes in ...
Do the following
- Make sure you meet the requirements for a residence permit.
You must meet the requirements for granting a permit in order to be issued a residence permit. The requirements must be met throughout the period of validity of the residence permit.
2. Make sure you have all the necessary attachments.
You will need various attachments for your residence permit, such as a valid passport and a passport photo.
3. Fill in the application and pay the fee.
Fill in the application in the Enter Finland online service. If you are unable to use Enter Finland, fill in a paper application.
4. Prove your identity.
Book an appointment to visit a Finnish mission (embassy or consulate) to prove your identity.
5. Wait for a decision.
The Finnish Immigration Service will contact you if they need additional information for your application. Reply to the request on time.
Period of validity
The permit is valid for a fixed time.