International student health insurance Finland

Which student health insurance is required for Finland student visa ?

Health insurance in Finland is mandatory during the whole duration of studies.
 

Non EU/EEA nationals (third country nationals)
 

Third countries students are those who’s nationality is non European Union or non European Economic Area country.
 

Duration of studies less than 2 years - insurance sum EUR 120’000

Third countries students who study less than 2 years are required to purchase a private insurance that covers at least medical cover for a minimum insurance sum of EUR 120’000.
 

Duration of studies 2 years and more - insurance sum EUR 40’000

Third countries students who study 2 years and more  are required to purchase a private insurance that covers at least medical cover for a minimum insurance sum of EUR 40’000.
 

EU/EEA Nationals
 

Students with nationality from EU/EEA countries can request in their home country the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). Thanks this card, EU/EEA nationals can benefit of the same cover as Finnish nationals.
 

Attention : The EHIC is not an alternative to travel insurance. It does not cover any travel protection, search and rescue, repatriation to the home country, emergency dental treatments, assistance… A private insurance is highly recommended.