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Bahamian citizens planning a Finnish adventure will be pleased to discover they can enjoy visa-free entry for stays up to 90 days. This allows ample time to trade the tropical warmth of your archipelago home for Finland's crisp Nordic air, exploring everything from the bustling capital of Helsinki to the serene wilderness of Lapland – a journey often requiring a minimum of two connecting flights across the Atlantic. While the visa-free status covers most tourist visits, those considering alternative purposes should note that Finland offers three distinct visa types, though the Euro will be your currency of choice throughout your travels. Embrace the significant time zone shift and prepare for a truly unique European experience, vastly different from your Caribbean surroundings.

Visa-free90d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
3+ months
Blank pages
2+
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
$55 / day
Health insurance
Required
Yellow fever cert.
Required
Biometrics
Required

Visa options

TouristSchengen C Visa (Tourism)
90d$98valid 6mo
Apply
BusinessSchengen C Visa (Business)
90d$98valid 6mo
Apply
FamilySchengen C Visa (Family or Friend Visit)
90d$98valid 6mo
Apply
OtherSchengen C Visa (Single-Entry)
90d$98valid 6mo
Apply
OtherSchengen C Visa (Double-Entry)
90d$98double-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
OtherSchengen C Visa (Multiple-Entry, up to 1 year)
90d$98multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
OtherSchengen C Visa (Multiple-Entry, up to 5 years)
90d$98multiple-entryvalid 5y
Apply
OtherVisa with Limited Territorial Validity (VLTV)
90d$98valid 6mo
Apply
TransitAirport Transit Visa (A Visa)
0d$98valid 6mo
Apply
OtherNational D Visa (Long-Stay)
90d$98multiple-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
WorkD Visa (Work, specialists and growth/innovation entrepreneurs)
90d$98multiple-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
StudentD Visa (Studies and researchers)
90d$98multiple-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
FamilyD Visa (Family members of specialists and entrepreneurs)
90d$98multiple-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
OtherResidence Permit (Continuous A Permit)
multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
OtherResidence Permit (Temporary B Permit)
multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
OtherPermanent Residence Permit (P Permit)
multiple-entryvalid 0d
Apply
OtherEU Residence Permit for Third-Country Nationals
multiple-entryvalid 0d
Apply
StudentStudent Residence Permit (Degree Studies)
multiple-entry
Apply
StudentResidence Permit for Scientific Research
multiple-entryvalid 2y
Apply
WorkResidence Permit on the Basis of Work (General category)
multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkResidence Permit for Seasonal Work (up to 9 months)
270dmultiple-entryvalid 9mo
Apply
FamilyResidence Permit on the Basis of Family Ties
multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkResidence Permit for Entrepreneur
multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkResidence Permit for Start-up Entrepreneur (Growth or Innovation Entrepreneur)
multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkResidence Permit for Specialist
multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkResidence Permit for EU Blue Card Holder
multiple-entryvalid 2y
Apply
WorkResidence Permit for Intra-Corporate Transferee (ICT)
multiple-entry
Apply
WorkResidence Permit for Other Employment
multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkResidence Permit for Volunteers (European Voluntary Service / ESC)
multiple-entry
Apply
WorkResidence Permit for Au Pair
multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
Digital NomadResidence Permit for Remotely Working Employee (No dedicated digital nomad permit)
multiple-entry
StudentResidence Permit for Studies Other Than Degree (non-degree, exchange)
multiple-entry
Apply
HumanitarianResidence Permit on Humanitarian Grounds / International Protection
multiple-entry
Apply
HumanitarianResidence Permit for Victim of Trafficking in Human Beings
multiple-entry
Apply
FamilyResidence Permit for Persons Issued a Residence Card as EU Citizen’s Family Member
multiple-entryvalid 5y
Apply
OtherResidence Permit for Former Finnish Citizens or Persons of Finnish Origin
multiple-entry
Apply
FamilyResidence Permit for Adoption
multiple-entry
Apply
Working HolidayFinland Working Holiday Residence Permit (Youth Mobility)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
RetirementResidence Permit for Pensioner / Retiree (No specific retirement visa class)
multiple-entry
InvestorInvestor or Golden Visa (Not available)
MedicalMedical Treatment Entry (handled under Schengen C Visa)
90d$98valid 6mo
Apply
OtherCountry-Specific Special Talent / Gold Card Program (Not available)
WorkSeasonal workers' visa
90dvalid 6mo
Apply

3 months during a 6 months period following date of first entry in Schengen Area.

Sources

Finland Ministry for Foreign Affairs – Visa to Visit FinlandEnter Finland – Official Online Permit Application PortalOfficial source (discovered 2026-05-28)