The Finnish Immigration Service (Migri) confirmed on 15 December 2025 that all residence permits issued under the EU Temporary-Protection Directive will be automatically prolonged until 4 March 2027. The announcement follows the Council of the European Union’s formal decision earlier this month to continue protection for people who fled Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Roughly 66 000 Ukrainian nationals currently live in Finland under the temporary-protection scheme, most of whom hold permits expiring on 4 March 2026. Migri will run a batch extension in January 2026 and send each beneficiary an official letter confirming the new validity date. Holders can therefore keep their existing permit cards; no biometrics, fees or separate applications are required unless the cardholder’s name has changed or the document is damaged.
Employers, banks and municipal authorities have been advised to accept Migri’s extension letter as proof of lawful stay. This measure is especially relevant for human-resources teams that must verify the right to work, as well as for recruitment agencies that place Ukrainian seasonal workers in manufacturing and hospitality roles.
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For Ukrainians and their employers seeking additional clarity on Finnish travel-document rules or exploring alternative residence options, VisaHQ offers up-to-date guidance and application support. The company’s Finland portal (https://www.visahq.com/finland/) aggregates the latest information on entry requirements, permit renewals and related services, helping users stay compliant while planning moves in and out of the Schengen Area.
Finland has invested heavily in integration services, including fast-track language courses, to encourage those under temporary protection to enter the labour market. According to the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment, more than 48 percent are already in paid work—well above the EU average. Extending status to 2027 provides greater stability for both employers and families planning multi-year stays in Finland.
Migri stressed that permit holders should check travel-document requirements before leaving Finland, because other Schengen states may still require a valid residence-permit card on entry. Ukrainians who intend to relocate permanently or apply for another status—such as work-based permits—should seek individual advice, but the automatic extension guarantees continuity of residence and access to public services for the next 14 months.
Roughly 66 000 Ukrainian nationals currently live in Finland under the temporary-protection scheme, most of whom hold permits expiring on 4 March 2026. Migri will run a batch extension in January 2026 and send each beneficiary an official letter confirming the new validity date. Holders can therefore keep their existing permit cards; no biometrics, fees or separate applications are required unless the cardholder’s name has changed or the document is damaged.
Employers, banks and municipal authorities have been advised to accept Migri’s extension letter as proof of lawful stay. This measure is especially relevant for human-resources teams that must verify the right to work, as well as for recruitment agencies that place Ukrainian seasonal workers in manufacturing and hospitality roles.
For Ukrainians and their employers seeking additional clarity on Finnish travel-document rules or exploring alternative residence options, VisaHQ offers up-to-date guidance and application support. The company’s Finland portal (https://www.visahq.com/finland/) aggregates the latest information on entry requirements, permit renewals and related services, helping users stay compliant while planning moves in and out of the Schengen Area.
Finland has invested heavily in integration services, including fast-track language courses, to encourage those under temporary protection to enter the labour market. According to the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment, more than 48 percent are already in paid work—well above the EU average. Extending status to 2027 provides greater stability for both employers and families planning multi-year stays in Finland.
Migri stressed that permit holders should check travel-document requirements before leaving Finland, because other Schengen states may still require a valid residence-permit card on entry. Ukrainians who intend to relocate permanently or apply for another status—such as work-based permits—should seek individual advice, but the automatic extension guarantees continuity of residence and access to public services for the next 14 months.
