Finnish visa for Lesotho citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lesotho passport holders visiting Finland for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Lesotho citizens to enter Finland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Finland e-visa for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Finland visa on arrival for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
Finland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lesotho passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Finland.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Finland.
If you are looking for Finland visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Lesotho, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Finland nearest your place of residence.
- Durban: The Honorary Consulate of in Durban, ~ 271.57 kilometers (168.75 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Close now).
- Pretoria: The Embassy of in Pretoria, ~ 427.60 kilometers (265.70 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Close now).
Finland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Finland diplomatic mission offices to Lesotho for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Lesotho traveling to Finland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Lesotho) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 274 | N/A |
| 2009 | 244 | -10.95% |
| 2010 | 255 | 4.51% |
| 2011 | 289 | 13.33% |
| 2012 | 306 | 5.88% |
| 2013 | 308 | 0.65% |
| 2014 | 300 | -2.60% |
| 2015 | 288 | -4.00% |
| 2016 | 307 | 6.60% |
| 2017 | 350 | 14.01% |
| 2018 | 355 | 1.43% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Finland & Lesotho comparison
Finland's area is approximately 303,890 km2 (117,332 sq mi), while the area of Lesotho is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi). This means Lesotho is 10.01 times smaller than Finland.
As of October 2025, Finland's population is ~5.6 million people - 3,354,337 more people than the population of Lesotho.
We have highlighted Finland & Lesotho’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Finland | Lesotho | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,582,275 | 2,227,938 | 3.4 million more people live in Finland than Lesotho |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 85 | 14 | Finland has 71 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Lesotho. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 145 | 48 | Finland passport holders can visit 97 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 162 | 7 | Finnish hosts 155 more foreign missions than Lesotho. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Lesotho travel to Finland in one year?
The number of visitors from Lesotho visiting Finland in 2018 was approximately 355.
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Useful Information
- Helsinki to Maseru: 9156.78 km (5689.76 mi)
- Travel time: 19 hours 4 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025