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Nepal → Finland
Masters Application
Document Checklist
Complete step-by-step checklist for Nepali students applying for a masters degree in Finland — from university application and admission to residence permit and arrival requirements.
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Applications go through the national portal, Studyinfo.fi. Finland is known for tuition waivers and scholarships for high-achieving non-EU applicants at several universities.
Academic Documents
Bachelor's Degree CertificateRequired
Official Academic Transcripts (All Semesters)Required
SLC / SEE Certificate + Transcript (Grade 10)Required
+2 / Higher Secondary Certificate + Transcript (Grade 12)Required
Standardized Tests & Personal Documents
IELTS Academic (typically 6.0–6.5) or equivalentRequired
Requirement varies by university and program.
Statement of Purpose / Motivation LetterRequired
CV / ResumeRequired
Valid Passport CopyRequired
Nepal is NOT an apostille country. Documents must go through: Issuing Authority → MoEST → MoFA. Allow 2–4 weeks.
Attestation Chain
SLC/SEE Certificate verified by NEB, BhaktapurNepal
+2 Certificate verified by NEB / HSEBNepal
Bachelor's Degree & Transcripts verified by university registrarNepal
Educational documents attested by MoEST, KesharmahalNepal
All documents legalized by MoFA, TripureshworNepal
Nepali students apply for a Residence Permit for Studies through the Finnish Immigration Service (Migri), submitted online via the Enter Finland portal. Higher-education degree students typically receive a continuous permit valid for the full length of the degree, not an annual renewal.
Application
Create an account and apply on enterfinland.fiRequired
Pay the application feeRequired
The online rate is lower than the paper application rate.
Upload your university admission letterRequired
Financial proof meeting Migri's current monthly living-cost requirementRequired
The amount is updated periodically — verify the current figure on migri.fi before applying.
Health insurance valid for the full study periodRequired
After applying on Enter Finland, book an identity-verification appointment. For Nepal, this is generally handled through VFS Global Kathmandu (intake) or the Embassy of Finland in New Delhi, which holds jurisdiction over Nepal.
Appointment
Book your biometrics/identity-verification appointment via VFS or the Finnish missionRequired
Attend with your passport and Enter Finland application confirmationRequired
Submit any additional documents requested by Migri
Before you leave
Book your flight and arrange accommodation
After arrival
Register with the Digital and Population Data Services Agency (DVV) for a Finnish personal identity codeRequired
Register with Kela (Social Insurance Institution) for public healthcare access as an enrolled student
Kela coverage is a major cost advantage for degree students in Finland.
Open a Finnish bank account