Both Parents Are Finish....Do I qualify???

[niceguy40]

Is there anything else perhaps I haven't thought of that might be an option for me?

[Rip]

If I try and do a "Finish Declaration" and for some reason that isn't successful, can I still apply for a residency permit?

yes

- but it is waste of time and money if based on the facts it is clear you don't qualify. You CAN clearly get the residence permit.

Additionally what I think you DO need is a better plan what you need after moving here.

[niceguy40]

If I try and do a "Finish Declaration" and for some reason that isn't successful, can I still apply for a residency permit?

yes

- but it is waste of time and money if based on the facts it is clear you don't qualify. You CAN clearly get the residence permit.

Additionally what I think you DO need is a better plan what you need after moving here.

Why are you so sure I don't qualify for a citizenship?

[Beep_Boop]

Why are you so sure I don't qualify for a citizenship?

Well, based on the facts you provided...

based on the facts

You said that your parents weren't Finnish citizens at the time of your birth.

[niceguy40]

What if I have a criminal record? (not a serious crime, non-violent but a theft charge) will that hurt my chances of getting a residency?

[niceguy40]

What if I have a criminal record? (not a serious crime, non-violent but a theft charge) will that hurt my chances of getting a residency?

Yes. It's in the application form.

Yes.... as in it would hurt my chances? Is that what you're saying?

[Rip]

I ma not going to try to hunt for relevant administrative court cases, but no, I don't think that will matter.