🛂 OVERVIEW
Country
🇮🇸 Iceland
Visa Name
Long-Term Visa for Remote Workers
Local Name
Langtímadvalarvegabref fyrir fjarvinnu
Program Type
Formal dn visa
Status
Active
Initial Duration
6 months
Max Duration
6 months
Income Requirement
ISK 1,000,000/mo
(~$8,130 USD)
· ISK 12,000,000/yr
Application Fee
$99
Tax Status
Exempt
📋 REQUIREMENTS
Health Insurance
Required
Criminal Record Check
Not required
Accommodation Proof
Required
Proof of Employment
Required
Degree Required
Not required
💼 WORK RULES
Local Work Allowed
No
Freelancer Eligible
Yes
Employee Eligible
Yes
Work Permit Included
No
👨👩👧 FAMILY & DEPENDENTS
Dependents Allowed
Yes
Extra Income per Dependent
$2,440/mo
Dependent Fee
$87
💰 TAX DETAILS
Tax Status
Exempt
Tax Rate
0.0%
Foreign Income Taxed
No
Tax Residency Trigger
183 days
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Application Method
online
Processing Time
15–28 days
Can Apply In-Country
No
Multiple Entry
Yes
Schengen Access
Yes
Can Open Bank Account
No
📝 NOTES
Only available to nationals who are exempt from Schengen visa requirements (cannot apply if your passport requires a Schengen visa). Stay limited to 90-180 days. Very high income requirement: ISK 1,000,000/mo (~USD 8,130). With spouse/partner: ISK 1,300,000/mo. Not a residence permit; does not grant access to Icelandic healthcare or social security. Cannot participate in Icelandic labor market. Iceland is EFTA/Schengen member, not EU.
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