Public Business Support and Funding

TABLE OF CONTENTS PREVIOUS CHAPTER PERMITS AND REGISTRATION NEXT CHAPTER FINNISH STARTUP PERMIT This permit is meant for innovative startup founders com- ing from countries outside the European Union. Before sending your Startup Permit application to the Finnish Im- migration Service, you need to get a favorable assessment from Business Finland. Business Finland evaluates wheth- er your business model, team and resources show poten- tial for rapid international growth. After the assessment you will receive an Eligibility Statement to be attached to the Startup Permit application. STEP 1: Eligibility Statement from Business Finland Before submitting the application to the Finnish Immigration Service, you need to ask for an Eligibility Statement from Business Finland. There are no set deadlines for submitting the request. Describe your business plan according to the instructions given by Business Finland. Submit your Eligibility Statement Request and other necessary documents to Business Finland by using the secure e-mail service. STEP 2: Application to the Finnish Immigration Service If you receive a positive Eligibility Statement from Business Finland, you can submit your application for the Finnish Startup Permit to Finnish Immigration Service. The Eligibility Statement is valid for 2 months. You need to submit the Eligibility Statement as an attachment to your residence permit application. More information about applying for the residence permit can be found at Finnish Immigration Service.STEP 3: Establish a company in Finland After founding your company in Finland, you can benefit from the versatile services of the Finnish startup ecosystem. Read more about Business Finland's services here. 42

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