Iceland – Visas
Iceland belongs to both the Schengen Area and the European Economic Area (EEA). Nationals of EEA and Nordic…
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Make your move to Iceland
Glaciers, geysers and volcanic landscapes make Iceland extraordinary, and its healthcare is excellent. A remote-work route offers a taste of Nordic life, with permanent residency reachable in time.
Iceland at a glance
Cost of living
Very high
Property
Expensive
Healthcare
Excellent
Safety
Safe
Climate
Cool (~5°C)
English
Very widely spoken
Expat community
Very large
Where Iceland is strongest: healthcare #6 of 77size of expat community #23 of 80English-friendliness #29 of 81
Worth weighing up: cost of living #72 of 76property affordability #64 of 74tax friendliness #56 of 81
TaxWorldwide, up to 46%, expert deduction
Visa / residencyRemote-work visa 6mo only, 4yr PR, dual
General information to compare destinations, not personal financial, tax or immigration advice.
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Your first steps to Iceland
Iceland – Residency
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