D-Visa — National Long-Stay Visa (Type D)

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D-Visa — National Long-Stay Visa (Type D)

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1-3 months

Application Fee

90 EUR

Stay Duration

Matches underlying residence permit

Renewable

Job Offer

Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

The Type D visa is a national entry/stay document for non-EEA/EFTA nationals intending to stay in Iceland for more than 90 days.

The Type D visa serves as an entry and stay document for non-EEA nationals who have already secured approval for a long-term residence permit in Iceland. It is not a standalone residency permit but a mechanism to facilitate entry for those with approved work, study, or family reunification status.

Applicants must first obtain a substantive decision from the Directorate of Immigration before applying for the visa sticker.

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid reason for a long stay (work, study, family reunification).

Must have received prior approval from the Directorate of Immigration.

Must provide proof of purpose (e.g., employment contract, university acceptance).

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Approval letter from the Directorate of Immigration

Passport

Proof of purpose (employment contract, etc.)

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Facilitates legal entry for long-term stays
Standardized process for non-EEA nationals

Worth Knowing

Requires prior approval from the Directorate of Immigration before visa application
Visa itself does not grant residency rights independently
Lack of prior approval from the Directorate of Immigration
No valid underlying residence purpose

Application Process

Email application and evidence to the Directorate of Immigration (utl@utl.is)

Wait for substantive approval

Visit VFS Global center for biometrics and visa sticker

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Overview

The Type D visa is a national entry/stay document for non-EEA/EFTA nationals intending to stay in Iceland for more than 90 days.

Applicants must first obtain a substantive decision from the Directorate of Immigration before applying for the visa sticker.

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid reason for a long stay (work, study, family reunification).

Must have received prior approval from the Directorate of Immigration.

Must provide proof of purpose (e.g., employment contract, university acceptance).

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Approval letter from the Directorate of Immigration

Passport

Proof of purpose (employment contract, etc.)

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Facilitates legal entry for long-term stays
Standardized process for non-EEA nationals

Worth Knowing

Requires prior approval from the Directorate of Immigration before visa application
Visa itself does not grant residency rights independently
Lack of prior approval from the Directorate of Immigration
No valid underlying residence purpose