Work permits through employer sponsorship. Skilled worker shortage list. Naturalization after 7 years. Icelandic language test required. Very small Indian community. EEA member with access to European labor market.
Skilled worker pathway to permanent residency and eventual citizenship in Iceland.
Secure Job Offer or Qualify
Obtain qualifying employment or meet points threshold
~3 monthsApply for Work Visa
Submit work visa or skilled worker application
~3 monthsWork and Reside
Work in Iceland for the qualifying period
~48 monthsApply for Permanent Residency
Submit PR application after qualifying period
~6 months