| # |
Country |
Tuition (Non-EU) |
Work Hours/Week |
Post-Study Visa |
Min. Funds (Monthly/Yearly) |
Visa Fee (€) |
| 1 |
Finland |
€4,000–€18,000/yr |
30 hrs |
2 years |
€800 (€9,600/yr) |
€470 |
| 2 |
Sweden |
€7,500–€30,000/yr |
20 hrs |
12 months |
€860 (€10,320/yr) |
€150 |
| 3 |
Denmark |
€6,000–€16,000/yr |
20 hrs |
3 years |
€1,000 (€12,000/yr) |
€310 |
| 4 |
Norway |
FREE (Public Univ.) |
20 hrs |
1 year |
€1,300 (€15,600/yr) |
€650 |
| 5 |
Iceland |
€400–€1,500/yr |
15 hrs |
6 months |
€1,100 (€13,200/yr) |
€85 |
Detailed Country-Wise Requirements
- Visa Type: Residence Permit (Study)
- Financial Proof: €9,600/year (€800/month in blocked account)
- Work Rights: 30 hrs/week during studies, full-time in holidays
- Post-Study: 2-year job seeker visa
- PR Pathway: 4 years continuous residence (study time counts)
- Visa Type: Residence Permit (Study)
- Financial Proof: €10,320/year (€860/month)
- Work Rights: 20 hrs/week (no permit needed)
- Post-Study: 12-month job seeker visa
- PR Pathway: 5 years residence (study time counts partially)
- Visa Type: Student Residence Permit
- Financial Proof: €12,000/year (€1,000/month)
- Work Rights: 20 hrs/week (full-time in June–July–August)
- Post-Study: 3-year job seeker visa (for Master's/PhD)
- PR Pathway: 8 years residence (study time counts partially)
- Visa Type: Student Residence Permit
- Financial Proof: €14,400/year (€1,200/month)
- Work Rights: 20 hrs/week
- Post-Study: 1-year job seeker visa
- Tuition: FREE at public universities (only semester fee: €60–€100)
- Visa Type: Residence Permit (Study)
- Financial Proof: €13,200/year (€1,100/month)
- Work Rights: 15 hrs/week
- Post-Study: 6-month job seeker visa
- PR Pathway: 7 years residence (study time counts partially)
Key Information
Most Affordable
Norway (free tuition) & Iceland (low fees)
Best Work Rights
Finland (30 hrs/week)
Longest Post-Study Visa
Denmark (3 years)
PR Pathways
4–5 years residence (study time partially counts)
Official Immigration Portals
Why Study in the Baltics?
Digital Leadership
Estonia ranked #1 in EU digital governance with advanced e-residency programs
Affordable Education
From €1,300/year (Lithuania) to €1,500/year (Latvia/Estonia) for non-EU students
Work Rights
20 hours/week during studies in all three countries, full-time during breaks
Post-Study Visas
9-12 month job search permits after graduation
English Programs
150+ in Estonia, 100+ each in Latvia and Lithuania across all disciplines
Higher Education Systems
Universities (Academic Degrees)
| Country |
Bachelor's |
Master's |
Key Features |
 Estonia |
3 years |
2 years |
90% English programs available |
 Latvia |
3-4 years |
1-2 years |
80% English programs available |
 Lithuania |
3-4 years |
1.5-2 years |
Research-focused options |
Applied Sciences
| Country |
Professional Bachelor's |
Applied Master's |
Key Features |
| Estonia |
3-4 years |
1-1.5 years |
Strong industry partnerships |
| Latvia |
3-4 years |
1-1.5 years |
Emphasis on practical training |
| Lithuania |
3-4 years |
1-1.5 years |
Career-oriented curriculum |
Top Institutions & Fees (2025 Non-EU)
Estonia
| University |
Bachelor's (€/yr) |
Master's (€/yr) |
Website |
| University of Tartu |
€3,500-6,000 |
€3,500-7,500 |
ut.ee |
| Tallinn University of Tech |
€3,000-6,000 |
€3,500-6,500 |
taltech.ee |
Latvia
| University |
Bachelor's (€/yr) |
Master's (€/yr) |
Website |
| University of Latvia |
€2,000-5,000 |
€2,500-6,000 |
lu.lv |
| Riga Technical University |
€2,500-6,000 |
€3,000-7,000 |
rtu.lv |
Lithuania
| University |
Bachelor's (€/yr) |
Master's (€/yr) |
Website |
| Vilnius University |
€1,500-5,000 |
€2,000-6,000 |
vu.lt |
| Kaunas University of Tech |
€1,800-5,500 |
€2,500-6,500 |
ktu.edu |
Admission Requirements (2025)
English Proficiency
| Test |
Bachelor's |
Master's |
| IELTS |
5.5-6.0 |
6.0-6.5 |
| TOEFL iBT |
72-80 |
80-90 |
| PTE |
50-58 |
58-65 |
| Duolingo |
90-105 |
100-115 |
* Local language programs require B2 certification
Student Visa Essentials
Estonia
Financial Proof: €600/month
Health Insurance: ~€100/year
Processing Time: 15-30 days
Latvia
Financial Proof: €500/month
Health Insurance: ~€120/year
Processing Time: 15-30 days
Lithuania
Financial Proof: €500/month
Health Insurance: ~€100/year
Processing Time: 15-30 days
Work & Immigration Benefits
| Benefit |
Estonia |
Latvia |
Lithuania |
| Work Hours/Week |
20 |
20 |
20 |
| Min. Wage/Hour |
€6.50 |
€4.50 |
€4.50 |
| Post-Study Visa |
9 mo. |
12 mo. |
12 mo. |
| PR Pathway |
5 years |
5 years |
5 years |
OUR SERVICES
Providing Best Services for Baltic States Student Visas (2025)
Key Advantages
- Affordable Tuition: €1,300-€7,500/year (EU/EEA students free)
- Flexible Work Rights: 20 hrs/week + full-time during breaks
- Post-Study Options: 9-12 month job search visas
- PR Pathways: 5 years including study time
- Scholarships: 40-50+ options per country
Essential Criteria
- Financial Proof: €500-€600/month (country-specific)
- Health Insurance: ~€100-€120/year for non-EU students
Overview of EU-Schengen Study Destinations (2025)
The EU-Schengen zone offers world-class education, affordable tuition, and post-study work opportunities. Below is a comparative summary of key countries for international students.
Quick Comparison Table (2025 Data)
| # |
Country |
Tuition Fees (Non-EU) |
Work Hours/Week |
Post-Study Visa |
Min. Funds Req. (Monthly) |
Health Insurance |
| 1 |
Austria |
€726–€1,450/semester |
20 hrs |
12 months |
€950 |
€120 |
| 2 |
Belgium |
€835–€4,175/year |
20 hrs |
12 months |
€800 |
€100–€150 |
| 3 |
Czech Republic |
€0–€6,000/year |
20 hrs |
9 months |
€467 |
€60 |
| 4 |
France |
€2,770–€3,770/year |
20 hrs |
2 years (Master's) |
€615 |
€75 |
| 5 |
Germany |
€0–€3,000/year |
120 full days/year |
18 months |
€934 |
€110 |
| 6 |
Greece |
€1,500–€6,000/year |
20 hrs |
12 months |
€500 |
€30 |
| 7 |
Hungary |
€2,000–€8,000/year |
24 hrs |
9 months |
€500 |
€60 |
| 8 |
Italy |
€1,000–€4,000/year |
20 hrs |
12 months |
€467 |
€50 |
| 9 |
Luxembourg |
€400–€800/semester |
15 hrs |
12 months |
€1,000 |
€80 |
| 10 |
Netherlands |
€6,000–€15,000/year |
16 hrs |
1 year (Orientation Year) |
€900 |
€100 |
| 11 |
Poland |
€2,000–€5,000/year |
20 hrs |
9 months |
€400 |
€30 |
| 12 |
Portugal |
€1,500–€7,000/year |
20 hrs |
12 months |
€600 |
€40 |
| 13 |
Slovakia |
€0–€5,000/year |
20 hrs |
6 months |
€350 |
€20 |
| 14 |
Slovenia |
€2,000–€10,000/year |
20 hrs |
12 months |
€450 |
€30 |
| 15 |
Spain |
€1,500–€6,000/year |
20 hrs |
1 year |
€600 |
€50 |
Detailed Visa Requirements & Official Links
Austria
Visa Type: D-Visa (Long Stay)
Processing Time: 4–8 weeks
Financial Proof: €11,400/year (blocked account)
Health Insurance: €120/month
Official Links:
Belgium
Visa Type: Type D (Student)
Processing Time: 4–8 weeks
Financial Proof: €9,600/year
Official Links:
Spain
Visa Type: Estudiante (Type D)
Work Rights: 30 hrs/week
Official Links:
Post-Study Work & PR Pathways
| Country |
Job Seeker Visa Duration |
PR Eligibility (Years) |
Notes |
| Germany |
18 months |
2 years work + 4 years total |
Fast-track for STEM grads |
| France |
2 years (Master's) |
5 years total |
"Talent Passport" for high earners |
| Netherlands |
1 year (Orientation Year) |
5 years continuous stay |
30% tax ruling for expats |
| Spain |
1 year |
5 years (2 years work) |
Self-employment allowed |
Scholarship & Financial Aid Options (2025)
Government Scholarships
France: Eiffel Excellence Scholarship
€1,181/month + travel expenses
For Master's and PhD students
Germany: DAAD Scholarships
Full tuition coverage + €850/month
Various programs available
University-Specific Scholarships
Italy: Politecnico di Milano Merit Awards
Up to €10,000/year
For engineering and architecture students
Spain: UIC Barcelona Talent Scholarships
50% tuition fee waiver
Based on academic excellence
Key Notes:
All information is updated for 2025. Please further verify requirements via respective embassy portals before application.
