Migri fees 2026: how much do a residence permit and citizenship cost?
A first residence permit costs €750 online in 2026 and €800 on paper. A citizenship application costs €550 for an adult (online) and an extended permit €230. The fee is paid before processing and is not refunded on a negative decision.
The fees changed on 1 January 2026 by a Ministry of the Interior decree and do not include VAT. An electronic application in Enter Finland is almost always cheaper and often faster than a paper one. Below are the fees by application type.
- €750
- first permit (online)
- €550
- citizenship (online)
- €230
- extension (online)
- 1 Jan 2026
- new fees
Migri fees 2026 by application type
The columns are the price of an electronic (Enter Finland) and a paper application. The fees do not include VAT.
| Application | Electronic | Paper |
|---|---|---|
| First residence permit (other) | €750 | €800 |
| Employee permit (TTOL) | €750 | €950 |
| Specialist | €530 | €630 |
| Student | €600 | €750 |
| Entrepreneur (startup) | €650 | €800 |
| First permit, minor | €400 | €430 |
| Extended permit | €230 | €430 |
| Permanent / EU permit (P-EU) | €380 | €600 |
| Citizenship application | €550 | €650 |
| Citizenship declaration | €260 | €280 |
| Residence permit card renewal | €60 | €105 |
| Replacement for a lost card | €140 | €140 |
| EU citizen registration | €53 | €53 |
| Long-stay visa (D) | €95 | €120 |
Electronic or paper — and the total for a family
Applying electronically is almost always cheaper and often faster. Each family member needs their own application and pays their own fee. For example, for a family of two adults and two children the first residence permits cost about €2,300 online in total (adults 2 × €750 + children 2 × €400).
Is the fee refunded on a negative decision?
No. The processing fee is charged for handling the application, not for a positive decision, so it is not refunded on a negative one. If you apply for the same permit again, the fee may become payable again. Check the current amounts on the Migri site before paying.
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FAQ
How much does a residence permit cost in 2026?
A first residence permit costs €750 online and €800 on paper. An employee permit (TTOL) is €750 online, a specialist permit €530 and a student permit €600.
Is an electronic application cheaper?
Usually yes. For example, an extension costs €230 online and €430 on paper, and a permanent permit €380 and €600. Applying in Enter Finland is often faster too.
How much does a citizenship application cost?
An adult citizenship application costs €550 online and €650 on paper. A citizenship declaration is €260 / €280.
Is the fee refunded on a negative decision?
No. The fee is charged for processing the application, so it is not refunded on a negative decision.
Do you pay separately for each family member?
Yes. Each applicant needs their own application and pays their own fee. A minor’s first permit is cheaper, however, at €400 online.