Nepal
Embassy of Finland, Kathmandu
In order to prove the authenticity of a copy of a document, the person seeking authentication must present the original document from which the (photo)copy was made. A photocopy can also be made at the Finnish mission.
Embassy customer service by appointment only.
Customer service hours: Mon - Thu 9.00-12.00 and 13.00-16.15
Residence permit, legalization and passport applications: please make an appointment by e-mail visa.kat(at)formin.fi.
NB! The Embassy accepts a limited number of residence permit applications and legalizations. Attach a scanned copy of an employment contract (work permits) or a sponsor's residence permit card, a marriage certificate and birth certificates (family reunification) or an admission letter from the educational institution (students) to the e-mail. No further documents.
Visa-related matters: At the moment it is only possible to apply for a visa on the basis of family ties or established relationship. Such applications can be submitted at the VFS Global Visa Application Centre.
