You need a visa for Finland if you have a Surinamese passport

These visas exist for Finland, but they cannot be applied for online with Surinamese nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Surinamese citizens need a visa for Finland?

Yes. Surinamese citizens need a visa for Finland. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Finland may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 3+ months beyond planned departure from Schengen
Travel insurance with €30,000 minimum medical coverage
Proof of sufficient funds (€50/day recommended)
Confirmed accommodation for entire stay
Return or onward flight booking
Purpose of visit documentation (invitation, itinerary)

Entry requirements for Surinamese travellers

These rules apply specifically to Surinamese passport holders entering Finland as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
Mandatory travel insurance
Travelers must have travel health insurance when visiting Finland. Insurance should cover at least EUR 30,000.00, be valid in all Schengen countries, and cover the entire duration of stay.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland Last checked 2026-07-17
Required
Travelers require a passport valid for at least 3 months after the traveler exits Finland
Travelers need a valid passport to enter Finland. The traveler's passport must have been issued less than 10 years before the traveler's arrival date and remain valid for at least 3 months after the traveler's departure from Finland.
European Union Last checked 2026-07-17
May be required
Entry/Exit System (EES) new digital passport control at European borders
The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) is a new digital border process for non-EU nationals traveling for a short stay (up to 90 days within 180 days). No advance action is required. Travelers should allow additional time at passport control, especially during busy travel seasons. At passport control, travelers provide a facial photo and/or fingerprints. Passports are no longer stamped. Self-service kiosks may be available at some airports and border entries.
- This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers: -EU, EEA, and Swiss nationals; -Nationals of Andorra, Monaco, and San Marino; -Holders of Vatican City or Holy See passports; -Holders of residence permits or long-stay visas; -Family members of EU nationals holding a residence card; -UK nationals and family members holding valid Brexit Withdrawal Agreement residence documents issued by their host EU member state. Check the source for more details and a full list of exemptions.
Entry/Exit System Last checked 2026-07-17
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Finland
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Finland.
Last checked 2026-07-17
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Finland.
Last checked 2026-07-17
May be required
Transit visa may be required
International travelers don’t need a visa to transit through Finland if they stay within the airport’s international departure area and if their next destination is outside the Schengen Area.
- Travelers must present an onward ticket or an entry visa to a third country. Travelers should contact their airline to check if transit is permitted through the airport listed on their itinerary. Only certain airlines may allow travelers to transit without a visa through certain airports. Check the source for more details on airport-specific conditions and transit facilities.
Last checked 2026-07-17
May be required
Entry requirements for traveling with pets (dogs and cats)
Travelers should check with their airline for pet transport requirements before traveling, as policies differ. Dogs and cats traveling into the EU from outside the EU must meet entry requirements that vary by country of origin. Pets must be microchipped and vaccinated against rabies. Additional requirements may apply depending on where travel originates. Travelers can check the specific requirements for their country of origin on the EU government's pet travel page. Travelers bringing other animals should check the national rules of their destination country directly.
EU Pet Entry Requirements Last checked 2026-07-17