Want to stay in one of the best and most beautiful countries in the world, Iceland? Well, you can stay here for up to 6 months with a Remote Work Visa. Here’s an article on getting an Iceland Digital Nomad Visa for remote workers.

The Global Peace Index states that Iceland is one of the best countries to live in; it’s safe, spotless, and you can breathe fresh air. It may be cold in most months, but it’s what makes this more magical and beautiful. Enjoy the natural wonders Iceland offers during your stay!

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Quick Facts on Iceland

Location: Europe, the Nordics
Capital: Reykjavik
Official Language: Icelandic
Currency: Icelandic Krona (1 EURO = 155 ISK)
Climate: Subarctic (Cold Winters and Cool Summers)
Religion: Primarily Christian, from Church of Iceland
Additional Notes: Part of the Schengen Area but not of the European Union

Iceland Digital Nomad Visa at a Glance

How Many Days Can I Stay? Up to 180 days

How Much Will I Pay? ISK 7800 per applicant

Where will I apply? By mail or Paper-form

Qualifications to be Eligible for an Iceland Digital Nomad Visa

Do you not need a visa to travel to Iceland? Is your country on this list?

Were you not issued a long-term visa in the last 12 months from Iceland?

Are you going to work remotely in Iceland for a foreign company or a self-employed worker? Are you permanently employed there?

Do you intend to go out of Iceland after your stay expires?

Is your monthly income at least ISK 1,000,000? Or, if you have dependents or a partner, do you earn an income least to ISK 1,300,000?

Do you have health insurance for your stay?

For your dependents or family members, are they exempt from a visa? If you have children, are they also younger than 18?

If all answers are YES, then you can get an Iceland Remote Worker Visa! Read more on how to apply for your Iceland Digital Nomad Visa.

Documents Required for Your Application

1. Application Form – form L-802

2. Payment Receipt – with the name of Applicant and Date of Birth (DD.MM.YYYY) on the subject line. The application fee must be paid before sending your application.

Account number: 0515-26-410424
Icelandic social security number/ ID number: 670269-6399
IBAN: IS05 0515 26 410424 670269 6399
SWIFT CODE: GLITISRE
Name of bank: Íslandsbanki hf.
Bank address: Suðurlandsbraut 14, 108 Reykjavik, Iceland

3. Passport Copy – this must be valid at least 3 months beyond stay. Submit:

Information Page
With Applicant’s Signature
All Visas
All stamps showing travels to or from the Schengen area for the last 12 months

4. Passport Photo – 35x45mm, taken within the last 6 months

5. Health Insurance –

Can be an Insurance Provider in Iceland
We also recommend AXA Schengen or SafetyWing Remote Health Insurance for Digital Nomads

6. Purpose of Stay

For Employed – confirmation from Employer that applicant can do work remotely
Self-Employed – confirmation that applicant is verifiably self-employed in home country or residence

7. Proof of Income – at least ISK 1,000,000 monthly or ISK 1,300,000 monthly if with family. Examples are Employment Contact with monthly salary, Contracts with agreed payments, etc.

8. Criminal Record Check – may be requested by the Directorate of Immigration

Additional Requirement for spouse or partner

Requirements 1-5 above and
Marriage Certificate or Documents confirming that cohabitation has lasted at least a year. Additional Requirement for spouse or partner

Additional Requirement for children

Requirements 1-5 above
Birth Certificate or Custody Documents (Custody Documents, Divorce Papers, Death Certificate)
Documents regarding child's education if the child(ren) is 6 to 16 – must confirm that either
- The child receives remote instruction from a school in his/her home country
- Enrolled in a school in Iceland
- Child receives homeschooling

Steps on applying for an Iceland Digital Nomad Visa

STEP 1: Pay the visa fee. Don’t forget to place your name and date of birth on the payment’s subject line. Details are:

Account number: 0515-26-410424
Icelandic social security number/ ID number: 670269-6399
IBAN: IS05 0515 26 410424 670269 6399
SWIFT CODE: GLITISRE
Name of bank: Íslandsbanki hf.
Bank address: Suðurlandsbraut 14, 108 Reykjavik, Iceland

STEP 2: Gather the rest of the documents and place them in an envelope.

STEP 3: Send the envelope to the address below:

Directorate of Immigration
Dalvegur 18, 201
Kópavogur

You can also place it on dropbox at that address.

STEP 4: The Immigration authorities will contact you if you need more documents or if your visa is approved. In case it’s approved, go to Iceland.

STEP 5: Upon arrival, contact utl@utl.is so that they will issue you a visa.

Important Contacts

Directorate of Immigration
Dalvegur 18, 201
Kópavogur, Iceland
+354 444 0900
utl@utl.is

Things to Note:

The validity of stay will depend on the following
If the applicant applies in their country and is not yet in Iceland upon decision, it can be up to 180 days
If they apply in their country but enter the Schengen area before the decision, validity will be 180 days minus the days of stay in the Schengen Area
For those who applied within the Schengen area, then it can be valid up to 90 days
You are allowed to stay in other Schengen countries for up to 90 days in a 180 day period

About the Writer

Hey, I’m Lyza! I once was a person who just imagined going to places “one day” but decided to pursue my dreams. My first travel abroad was in Japan, solo, last 2018, and I fell in love with the experience. I aim to visit 10 countries before turning 30 and 2 new places in the Philippines every year. Besides traveling, I love organizing trips, taking pictures, reading, and making new friends. Follow my adventures through my Instagram.