Finland established its diplomatic presence in Pakistan in 2022. While it now has an Embassy in Islamabad, visa services are not directly handled there. Instead, Schengen visa applications for Finland are managed by the Embassy of the Netherlands in Islamabad, through VFS Global centers across Pakistan.
1. Embassy of Finland – Islamabad
- Address: Level 4, Central Wing, Serena Business Complex, Plot #5, Khayaban-e-Suhrawardy, Islamabad, Pakistan
- Phone: +92 51 891 0015
- Email: [email protected]
- Services:
- Consular and notarial services (by appointment only)
- Handles diplomatic and bilateral matters
- Provides consular guidance but does not issue visas directly
2. Honorary Consulate of Finland – Lahore
- Address: 18-G, Gulberg 3, Lahore, Pakistan
- Phone: +92 321 4380 756
- Email: [email protected]
- Honorary Consul: Ms. Durre S. Ahmed
- Services:
- Limited consular support (advice, documentation, cultural/economic liaison)
- Appointment required
- No visa or residence permit issuance
3. Honorary Consulate of Finland – Peshawar
- Address: Unit No. 12, 4th Floor, Cantt Mall, Saddar, Peshawar, Pakistan
- Phone: +92 301 075 3333
- Honorary Consul: Mr. M. Asad Ansari
- Services:
- Limited consular functions for Finnish citizens
- Operates strictly on appointments
- No visa services available
4. How to Apply for Visa for Finland
Since Finland no longer directly controls visas in Pakistan, all packages are processed through the Netherlands Embassy in Islamabad. Applicants will have to observe thru VFS Global Center in Islamabad, Lahore, or Karachi.
Step-by-Step Process:
- Book an appointment online at VFS Global Pakistan.
- Fill out the Schengen visa application form (select Finland as the destination).
- Gather all required documents.
- Pay the visa fee at VFS during submission.
- Provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo).
- Wait for processing (generally 15 days, but can take longer).
- Collect your passport or opt for courier return.
5. Visa Types for Finland (via Schengen Visa)
- Tourist Visa – short-term travel and leisure
- Business Visa – for business meetings, business and events
- Family/Visit Visa – to visit relatives or friends
- Student Visa (short-term courses) – for study programs under 90 days
- Transit Visa – In another country for passengers passing through Finland
6. Visa Fees & Processing Times
- Adults: €90 (~PKR equivalent)
- Children (6–12 years): €45
- Children under 6 & exemptions: Free
- Processing Time: Around 15 working days (may extend up to 30–60 days in special cases)
7. Required Documents for Finland Schengen Visa
- Completed visa application form + appointment slip
- Valid passport (6 months)
- 2 recent passport-shaped photos
- Travel insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)
- Evidence of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
- Bank report (proof of funds)
- Return flight reservation/ticket
- Visa fee payment receipt
8. Important Notes
- All visa packages should go through VFS Global, not immediately at Finland’s Embassy.
- Processing times vary depending on the applicant’s profile and tour cause.
- Long-term residence permits for Finland (work, family reunification) should be implemented online via the Enter Finland portal, with biometrics submitted at VFS Global Pakistan.
- Embassy and consulates only provide limited consular assistance — not visa services.
