Residence Maintained Against the Odds

Our client came to us at a point when their right to stay in Finland was under threat. The Finnish Immigration Service had started cancellation proceedings against a continuous residence permit that had already been granted. According to the authority, the circumstances under which the permit had been issued no longer existed. When a cancellation process begins, it affects everything at once: legal status, family life, work, and plans for the future.

In this case, the Finnish Immigration Service focused on whether the family’s means of support met the statutory requirements. Both our client and their partner were heard in writing, and the tone of the procedure made it clear that the authority was considering withdrawing a permit that had been in force for a long time. Our client spent months living with uncertainty, facing the possibility that one decision could undo years of lawful residence.

We responded in a clear, detailed and factual way. Our response was based on the full set of circumstances of the family, not selective snippets of information. We addressed the authority’s concerns directly and made sure the relevant legal provisions were applied correctly, including the rules and laws surrounding the cancellation of residence permits process and the considerations that must be taken into account regarding family stability. Every material point was explained so that nothing important remained unclear.

In the end, the Finnish Immigration Service decided not to cancel the residence permit. The authority concluded that the legal conditions for withdrawal were not met, and that the permit should remain valid. This decision brought a great deal of relief and stability for our client after a prolonged period of stress. Their lawful stay in Finland was preserved, and they could continue their everyday life without the looming threat of losing their residence.

This outcome shows how important it is to respond promptly and thoroughly when the authority raises concerns. Cancellation proceedings are serious, but they are not automatic. When the full context is presented and the law is engaged properly, a withdrawal can be stopped before it causes irreversible harm.