Digital Nomad in Iceland
One documented route of this kind in Iceland, with its conditions, documents, official government fees and process.
Long-term visa for remote workers (digital nomad, form L-802)
A non-renewable long-term visa allowing non-EEA remote workers and their families to stay in Iceland up to 180 days, subject to a high income threshold. It does not lead to PR or citizenship.
- Processing time
- Varies; apply well before intended travel
- Validity
- Up to 180 days (6 months), non-renewable
- Language requirement
- None
- Permanent residence
- Does not lead to permanent residence
- Citizenship
- Does not lead to citizenship
Requirements
- Non-EEA national who is visa-exempt/eligible
- Monthly income of 1,000,000 ISK (single) or 1,300,000 ISK (with spouse/partner and/or children under 18)
- Employer confirmation permitting remote work from Iceland, or proof of foreign self-employment
- Private health insurance valid in Iceland for the entire stay
- Cannot work for an Icelandic employer; no kennitala issued
Required Documents
- Completed form L-802 required
- Passport photo 35x45 mm required
- Passport copy valid at least 90 days beyond the visa required
- Proof of purpose (employer remote-work confirmation or proof of foreign self-employment) required
- Proof of qualifying income required
- Private health insurance valid in Iceland for the entire stay required
Official fees
- Long-term visa fee (verify current figure with the Directorate)
Process Steps
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1
Confirm eligibility
Confirm you are a non-EEA national who is visa-exempt/eligible.
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2
Complete form and documents
Complete form L-802 and assemble the required documents.
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3
Obtain insurance
Obtain qualifying health insurance valid in Iceland.
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4
Submit
Submit to the Directorate of Immigration.
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5
Enter Iceland
On approval, enter Iceland for up to 180 days.