Student Residence Permit (Dvalarleyfi nemenda)

Iceland•Europe

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Student Residence Permit (Dvalarleyfi nemenda)

Study Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Application Fee

20,000 ISK

Stay Duration

Varies (Renewable if financial conditions continue to be met)

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Not Required

Official Information

Overview

Residence permit for full-time students at Icelandic universities or recognized institutions, with work rights up to 22.5 hours per week and post-graduation job-search extension up to 3 years.

The Student Residence Permit (D visa) is designed for international students who wish to study full-time at accredited educational institutions in Iceland. This permit allows holders to work up to 15 hours per week during term time and full-time during breaks, helping students finance their education.

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Work Residence Permit – Expert Knowledge (Dvalarleyfi vegna vinnu – sérfræðiþekking)

Iceland

Work Residence Permit – Expert Knowledge (Dvalarleyfi vegna vinnu – sérfræðiþekking)

Validity1 year

Processing8-10 months

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Work Residence Permit – Labour Shortage (Dvalarleyfi vegna vinnu – skortur á vinnuafli)

Iceland

Work Residence Permit – Labour Shortage (Dvalarleyfi vegna vinnu – skortur á vinnuafli)

Validity1 year

Processing8-10 weeks

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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Minimum income: 2970864 ISK

Health insurance required

Age: 18-

KEY CRITERIA

Education

high_school or higher

Min. Income

2,970,864 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Bank statements

Pension documents

Investment proof

Criminal background check

Health insurance

Proof of accommodation

Application Process

Gather financial documentation: Bank statements, pension documents, investment proof showing monthly income

Prepare application: Complete financially independent person application

Submit to Directorate: Send to immigration office

Pay fee: ISK 20,000

Financial assessment: Officials verify income sufficiency

Receive permit: Residence permit issued if income verified

Application Forms

Financially Independent Person Application

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Overview

Residence permit for full-time students at Icelandic universities or recognized institutions, with work rights up to 22.5 hours per week and post-graduation job-search extension up to 3 years.

Application Process