Iceland•EuropeResidence Rights for UK Nationals (Post-Brexit)
At a Glance
Processing Time
Varies
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Indefinite
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Residence rights for UK nationals and their family members following Brexit. UK nationals retain EEA/EFTA-like rights for residence and work in Iceland under bilateral agreement.
Following Brexit, UK nationals were subject to new residence requirements. However, UK nationals who were residing in Iceland before the Brexit deadline retained special rights. The UK-Iceland bilateral agreement provides for continued residence and work rights for UK nationals.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
2,970,864 ISK
per year
Personal
Education
Bachelor or higher
Eligible Nationalities
This visa is available to citizens of: GB
Documentation
Applicant Documents
UK passport or identity document
Proof of UK citizenship
Proof of residence
For those residing pre-Brexit
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Advantages
- Indefinite residence for pre-Brexit residents
- Family members covered
- Work rights retained
- No renewal needed
Considerations
- Only for those with pre-Brexit residence
- New arrivals subject to normal visa rules
- Family composition limits apply
Application Process
Verify eligibility
Confirm UK citizenship and residence prior to Brexit date
Register status
Register with Directorate of Immigration if required
Document residence
Proof of continuous residence if applicable
Receive confirmation
Confirmation of residence rights
Application Forms
UK Nationals Residence Registration
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