Art. 70 — Residence Permit for Spouse/Cohabiting Partner

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Art. 70 — Residence Permit for Spouse/Cohabiting Partner

Residency Pathway

At a Glance

Processing Time

8-10 months

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

1-2 years (renewable)

Renewable

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

This residence permit allows non-EEA/EFTA nationals to live in Iceland based on their marriage or registered cohabitation with a person who has the right to reside in the country. The permit is typically issued for one year at a time and is contingent upon the sponsor's own residence status.

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Permanent Residence Permit (Ótímabundið dvalarleyfi)

Iceland

Permanent Residence Permit (Ótímabundið dvalarleyfi)

ValidityVaries (Renewable if financial conditions continue to be met)

ProcessingVaries

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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Valid passport

Proof of marriage or registered cohabitation (minimum 1 year)

Criminal record certificate

Proof of financial support/means of support

Passport-sized photo

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

Min. Income

2,970,864 EUR/yr

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Allows legal residence with a spouse or partner in Iceland
Provides a pathway to permanent residency and potential citizenship
Grants access to Icelandic social services and healthcare

Worth Knowing

Long processing times often exceeding half a year
Strict documentation requirements for cohabiting partners
Work authorization is generally restricted and requires a separate permit process

Application Process

Pay the processing fee via bank transfer

Complete the paper application form

Gather all required supporting documentation

Submit the application package by mail or in person to the Directorate of Immigration

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Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Allows legal residence with a spouse or partner in Iceland
Provides a pathway to permanent residency and potential citizenship
Grants access to Icelandic social services and healthcare

Worth Knowing

Long processing times often exceeding half a year
Strict documentation requirements for cohabiting partners
Work authorization is generally restricted and requires a separate permit process