Residency
Estonia — Residency: Required Documents
Estonian residence and visa applications need an application form, identity document, photo, state fee receipt, proof of legal income and health insurance.
VerifiedGovernment / official sourcePolice and Border Guard Board — Applying for a residence permitLast reviewed: 2026-10-23
Key facts
- By signing the application the applicant confirms the existence of legal income and insurance.
- A long-term visa needs bank statements proving legal income, a valid health insurance contract and a state fee receipt; for remote work, proof of location-independent work and a contract with a foreign employer or clients.
- A long-term resident permit application includes the application form, biographical data, an additional form, an identity document, a digital photo and proof of the state fee payment.
- Fingerprints are given in person when applying for a residence permit card, with exceptions such as people over 70 who previously provided them.
Steps
- Step 1: Gather Documents — Start by collecting and verifying all necessary documents for your residency application.
- Step 2: Submit Application — Submit your application and required documents to the relevant Estonian authority.