Iceland Work
A work visa in Iceland is a type of long-term visa that allows employment. It is issued to highly qualified workers, skilled professionals, sports coaches and athletes, workers in labor shortages, and remote workers.
What are the conditions for obtaining a work visa for Ukrainians?
To apply, you must already have a job in Iceland and meet the following conditions
- be at least 18 years old
- have expert knowledge or be highly qualified
- you can get a job if your employer could not find a local employee for your position
- you have exceptional experience that will help the company.
What documents do Ukrainian citizens need to provide to obtain a work visa?
- A fully completed application form
- Passport with at least two blank pages and valid for 3 months after the date of return
- 2 passport photos
- Medical insurance
- Flight itinerary (return ticket)
- Proof of accommodation
- Cover letter indicating the purpose of the trip
- Employment contract (including position title, description and pension fund contribution)
- Proof of education and professional qualifications (e.g. diploma, work certificate, etc.)
- Proof of sufficient financial means (at least 33.97 USD per day of accommodation and 169.81 USD entrance fee)
- No criminal record (proof of no criminal record)
- Receipt of payment for processing
- Marriage certificate and birth certificate if the family is applying for a work visa.
Where to apply for an Icelandic work visa?
An application for a work visa should be submitted to the Icelandic Immigration Department.
The application processing time is 90 days.
The EU Blue Card allows third-country nationals with higher education to be employed in Iceland according to their qualifications.
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What documents do Ukrainians need to provide to obtain an EU Blue Card?
1. Application form.
Completely filled in in English or Icelandic with the applicant's signature and date
2. Passport.
- Valid for at least six months after the date of your departure from Iceland and not older than 10 years.
3. Three photos
4. A copy of the identity card
- Valid for at least three months after the date of your departure from Iceland.
5. Copy of residence permit/visa (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)
6. Photocopies of
- Copy of the main page of your passport
- Copies of previous Schengen visa/residence permit in Iceland
7. Proof of employment in Iceland
- Employment Agreement or Contract/Binding Job Offer - contains the terms and conditions of employment with detailed information on the gross annual salary
- Deputation order - confirmation of the assignment, including basic information and reason for the assignment
8. Job description
- Format provided by the Employment Office or the company itself
9. Proof of qualifications
- General employment - all higher degrees and a certificate of vocational training are required
- Candidate for an EU Blue Card - Icelandic university degree or a recognized foreign university and a foreign degree comparable to the Icelandic one.
10. Curriculum vitae (CV) of your professional career, indicating the certificates, diplomas and qualifications you have obtained
11. Proof of residence
- Accommodation (if not specified in the invitation or contract) - a confirmed reservation of accommodation (hotel, hostel, apartment) with the applicant's name, date and address of residence.
12. Police report
A document not older than six months, which confirms that you have not committed any criminal activity in the last 5 years.
13. Proof of financial capabilities (if the company is not sponsoring the trip)
- A personal bank statement for at least the last 6 months prior to application, personal property, assets, etc.
14. Health insurance
- You must purchase health insurance with an insurance company authorized to operate in Iceland with a validity period of one year. Travel insurance is not accepted.
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What is the processing time for the EU Blue Card?
The average processing time for an EU Blue Card is 10-60 calendar days.
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Where do I apply for the EU Blue Card?
You should apply for your EU Blue Card at an Icelandic visa application center, embassy or consulate, depending on which one accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If your country does not have one, you should contact the nearest embassy or consulate to your place of residence.