Estonia : Visa and immigration

Do I need a visa or work permit?

EU and EEA citizens do not need a visa or work permit. However, they must apply for residence permit/ID card if the length of stay exceeds three months. You must register within three months and you will be granted temporary residency. Go to the Estonian Ministry of the Interior  for more information.

Non-EU or EEA citizens may require a visa or work permit. Some are eligible to work without a visa for up to three months in a six-month period, though they must register for short-term work. Check the arrangements between your home country and Estonia. Visit the Estonian Embassy website for details. More information is also available through the Police and Border Guard Estonia .

How do I get a visa?

If you require a visa, you may apply via the Estonian Embassy using their online application form. The completed application must be printed out, signed and presented to the Estonian Embassy. Processing visa applications usually takes 5-10 days but can take up to 30 days. Full details, including fees, are available on the UK Estonian Embassy website.

How do I apply for permanent residency?

To apply for long-term resident status, you must have held a temporary residence permit in Estonia for at least five years. Applications are submitted to the Police and Border Guard Estonia .