Study in Finland

Cost of studying in Finland for Nepali students

Last verified 21 Oct 2026

Visa fee

€600

First residence permit for studies, applied online (from 1 January 2026). A paper application costs €750.

Last verified 21 Oct 2026 · Official source

Money to show

€800/month

For studies of a year or more, have €9,600 in your account when you apply. Unpaid tuition fees must be covered on top.

Last verified 21 Oct 2026 · Official source

Finland asks you to show €800 a month for living costs, separately from tuition. Here is how the amount changes with your situation.

How the money you show is worked out

Studies of a year or more: €9,600 in your account when you submit.
Shorter studies: €800 for each month.
With a living-cost grant or scholarship: subtract it. A €2,000 grant means €7,600 for a year.
Free housing from your institution: at least €400 a month; free housing and meals: at least €270 a month.
Tuition not yet paid: add the first year's tuition on top.

Cost	Amount
Visa or permit fee First residence permit for studies, applied online (from 1 January 2026). A paper application costs €750.	€600
Living costs you must show For studies of a year or more, have €9,600 in your account when you apply. Unpaid tuition fees must be covered on top.	€800/month
Living costs for 12 months	€9,600

Visa or permit fee

First residence permit for studies, applied online (from 1 January 2026). A paper application costs €750.

€600

Living costs you must show

For studies of a year or more, have €9,600 in your account when you apply. Unpaid tuition fees must be covered on top.

€800/month

Living costs for 12 months

€9,600

Tuition is set by each university and comes on top of these figures.

How much money do I need for a Finland student permit?

€800 a month. For studies of a year or more, you need €9,600 in your bank account when you apply.

Does a scholarship reduce the amount?

Yes. A living-cost grant or scholarship is subtracted. With a €2,000 grant, a one-year student needs €7,600.

What if my university gives me free housing?

Then you need at least €400 a month, or €270 a month if both housing and meals are free.

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