Embassy
Embassy of Finland in Myanmar
3, Pyay Road, 6 Miles, Hlaing Township
Finland visa requirements for Burmese citizens
Burmese citizens need a visa for Finland, from its embassy or consulate.
Passport
MMR
Myanmar
Going to
FIN
Finland
Visa needed
A visa for short holidays if your passport requires one.
- Visa
- Required
- Fee
- €90
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
What to do
Find Finland's embassy or consulate that covers where you live.
Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
Book an appointment early; processing can take several weeks.
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Ways into Finland
Short visits need a visa unless your passport allows visa-free travel.
Visa on arrivalEmergency border visaA rare border visa when serious, unexpected events stopped you applying before travel.
- Stay
- 15 days
How to apply
- Explain why you could not apply before travel.
- Give border staff the documents they request.
Documents required
- Travel document
- Proof of the unexpected problem
- Proof of return or onward travel
- Border staff decide whether to approve; do not plan a holiday around this route.
- The limit is 15 days; transit visas cover only the time needed.
Visa requiredTourist visaA visa for short holidays if your passport requires one.
- Stay
- 90 days
- Fee
- €90
- Processing
- 15–45 days
How to apply
- Check your passport rules and checklist at finlandvisa.fi.
- Fill in the form and book an appointment.
- Take your documents, pay and give fingerprints if needed.
Documents required
- Signed form
- Passport with 2 blank pages
- 1 colour photo
- Travel insurance covering 30,000 EUR
- Proof of stay and trip purpose
- Proof of funds and return plans
- Hotel booking
- Fingerprints
- Share the 90-day limit across Schengen countries in 180 days; your visa may allow less.
- Finland must be your main destination; entry is not guaranteed.
Sources (32)Last updated 11 November 2026
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- Finnish Immigration Service: employed-person residence permit
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- European Commission: visa policy and suspensions
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- Consolidated visa nationality regulation
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- EU Visa Code: airport-transit exemptions
- Official Schengen visa application form
- Your Europe: travel documents for European Union citizens
- Official ETIAS portal: not operational
- Finnish mission: restrictions on non-essential travel by Russian citizens
Embassies for this trip
Book an appointment before you go.
Trips to Finland
Day-by-day itineraries by snuck, shaped around you.
Coming from Myanmar
- Plugs C FAdapter for some
- MoneyEUR €
- Time−4h 30m
- DrivingOn the rightSame as home
- LanguageFinnish
- Emergency112 police
Planning your Finland trip
Best time to go: Summer is generally the best time, with daytime temperatures around 15–25°C; July is the warmest month. September is popular in Lapland for autumn colours and fewer mosquitoes, while March–April suits skiing in the north.
- HelsinkiExplore the city centre and its famous Lutheran Cathedral, especially on a warm summer day.
- Turku and the Archipelago SeaVisit historical sites and see the islands from a yacht or large car ferry.
- PorvooFinland's second-oldest city has picturesque wooden houses and small boutiques.
- Eastern Finland's LakelandThis region has around 60,000 lakes and a similar number of islands.
Scams to watch for in Finland
- Bicycle theftThieves steal bicycles left unattended. An unlocked bike can be taken even during a short stop.
- PickpocketingPickpockets take belongings from people in crowds. Some pickpocketing is organised.
- Theft of unattended belongingsValuables left without anyone watching them can be stolen. Phones, laptops, tablets, keys and wallets need particular care.
About Finland
Finland is a Nordic republic between Sweden and Russia, with thousands of lakes and forest.
- Capital
- Helsinki
- Money
- Euro (€)
- Languages
- Finnish, Swedish
- Time zone
- UTC+02:00
- Cars drive on the
- right side
- Calling code
- +358
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Questions
Do burmese citizens need a visa for Finland?
Burmese citizens need a visa for Finland, from its embassy or consulate.
Where do I apply for a Finland visa?
At Finland's embassy or consulate that covers where you live. Book an appointment early, as it can take several weeks.
Does a US, UK or Schengen visa help burmese citizens enter Finland?
We have no record of Finland relaxing its rules for burmese citizens who hold another country's visa. Check with the embassy before you rely on one.
Do finnish citizens need a visa for Myanmar?
Finnish citizens need an eVisa for Myanmar. Apply on the official website.
Do other Asia passports get easier entry to Finland?
Brunei, Georgia, Hong Kong, Israel Japan, and 5 more can enter without applying before they travel.
Which countries near Finland are easier for burmese citizens?
Belarus, Russia, Brunei, Cambodia Dominica, and 3 more let burmese citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to Finland?
Find Finland's embassy or consulate that covers where you live. Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
What money is used in Finland?
Euro (€). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in Finland?
Finnish and Swedish.
How strong is the Myanmar passport?
It ranks #89 and reaches 41 destinations without applying ahead.
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