Finland has officially opened applications for its Seasonal Work Permit 2025, offering foreign nationals—including Nigerians—opportunities in sectors such as agriculture, forestry, and tourism.
Here’s what you need to know about the offer:
🔍 Key Details
- Job Duration: Up to nine months work in any 12-month period.
- Wage: Seasonal workers must be paid at least €1,430 per month, which translates to roughly ₦2.2 million using exchange rates cited in local reporting.
- Permit Types:
• Seasonal Work Visa — for employment up to 3 months. Requires application at a Finnish embassy for nationals from visa-requiring countries.
• Residence Permit for Seasonal Work — for longer work of 3 to 9 months. Must be obtained before entering Finland.
✅ Requirements & Application Process
- Job Offer & Signed Contract: Applicants need a legally binding employment contract from a Finnish employer before applying.
- Accommodation: Workers must arrange housing that meets Finnish health and safety standards.
- Documents: Valid passport, signed contract, proof of accommodation, plus any other documents as dictated by the Finnish Immigration Service.
- Processing Time: Applications may take up to 90 days for processing.
⚠️ Things to Note
- The wage of €1,430/month is the minimum requirement unless a collective agreement (which may set different wages for certain sectors) applies.
- Family members cannot use this permit as a basis for residence in Finland under this seasonal work scheme.
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