All Finnish missions abroad responsible for entry matters accept visa applications submitted by representatives of defined special groups. Representatives of such special groups include, for example, persons applying for a visa on the basis of family ties or an established relationship. The conditions for issuing a visa under the Schengen Visa Code must also be met.

This letter is not a mandatory travel document, and the Finnish Border Guard does not require it to be presented, but it can be a helpful document for you to present to the border agents at check-in here in the US to verify your allowed entry status to Finland. Please check the required travel documents, travel insurance requirements etc. directly from the airline before booking your flight.