How to get a visa to Finland?
Finland is one of the most attractive countries for Russian tourists. Since this country is part of Europe, the question arises, how is a Schengen visa issued to Finland? Below we will discuss the two most effective ways in which you can get a Finnish visa. The first method involves the execution of documents on their own, and the second - with the help of the staff of the visa center. Let's consider each method in more detail.
How to get a visa to Finland on your own?
For those who do not need the help of specialists, who are completely confident in their abilities, this method will be ideal in order to save some money on registration. Let's take a closer look at the acquisition algorithm:
- In order to apply for a visa on their own, a Russian tourist needs to apply to the Finnish Embassy in Moscow or St. Petersburg;
- After that, you need to find out the full list of documents for the type of Schengen visa that you want to receive. It should be noted that different types of Schengen visas may require a different package of documents. In general, the set of documents is quite similar, but there may be some significant differences. All this information can be found by all means at the Finnish Embassy in Moscow or St. Petersburg;
- The next step is to fill out a questionnaire. It should be noted that the questionnaire is considered one of the most difficult documents to fill out. In the application form for a Schengen visa, only reliable data is required. If the data is not correct and does not match the real facts from the life of a tourist, the probability of refusal to obtain a visa to Finland becomes absolute;
- Further, when the questionnaire is filled out, you need to complete the collection of the remaining documents and submit them to the embassy within the specified time frame so that the employees of the Finnish embassy can apply for a visa to Finland or refuse to receive it.
Advantages of applying for a Schengen visa on your own
This method has one indisputable advantage - it is cost. When applying for a Finnish Schengen visa on their own, by directly contacting the embassy in Moscow or St. Petersburg, the tourist only needs to pay a visa fee. However, he does not have to pay for any other services. This is convenient for those who have a limited travel budget and do not plan to spend a large amount to apply for a visa to Finland.
Disadvantages of self-registration
The disadvantage of this method is that when collecting documents and filling out the questionnaire on your own, you can miss some important points that may become key in obtaining a visa to Finland or not. This is especially true for those who intend to obtain a Schengen visa for the first time. Without good advice and assistance, getting a Finnish visa will be more difficult.
Document processing for a visa using the visa center
For those who are used to doing everything with comfort and not spending a lot of effort on a particular action, this method is perfect. The essence of this method lies in the fact that, for a fee, specialists of the visa center can help the tourist collect the entire package of documents for a Finnish visa and submit these documents to the embassy. In addition, in the list of services of the visa center there is such a service where specialists can even help to correctly fill out all the documents, including the application form.
Advantages of the method with the services of the visa center
As an advantage, it is worth noting the fact that, as a rule, rather competent people work in visa centers, professionals in their field who daily help people successfully complete the processes associated with obtaining various visas. This method will be ideal for those who are faced with obtaining a Schengen visa for the first time, since the specialists of the visa center can be asked absolutely any questions regarding visa issues.
Visa Application Center Disadvantages
The only downside is the cost. In addition to the visa fee, the tourist will also have to pay for the services of the visa center staff. This can often be a large amount.
Additional useful information
Before you start collecting documents for a Finnish visa on your own or with the help of a visa center, you must select the type of visa. It should be noted that the type of visa directly depends only on the purpose of the trip and what it is planned to do in it. When applying for a Finnish visa on your own at the embassy, you will also have to determine the type of visa yourself. It is very important to carefully read the requirements and duration of stay in the country. As for those who plan to apply through the visa center, you can consult directly with the specialists of the center. In this regard, this method has a slight advantage in that the employees of the visa centers can determine the type of visa much more correctly than the tourist himself. Another little tip is the amount of money you need to take with you on your trip. It should be noted that the euro is used in Finland, so when going on a trip to this country, you need to make sure that at least for the first time there are already exchanged money in euros.
