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Work Permit
As a member of the European Economic Area through the EEA agreement, the Icelandic government is under obligation to give workers from EEA and EFTA member states priority on the domestic job market and they do not need any work permit in Iceland. The following are member states of the European... -
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Visa, entry and residency permits
Schengen Visas Residence Permits Useful Links Since March 25th 2001, Iceland has fully implemented the Schengen Agreement. The Schengen Agreement exempts travelers from border controls travelling between 26 EU and EFTA states (Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein and Switzerland). A uniform Schengen visa... -
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Unemployment
Employees and self-employed individuals aged 18-70 are entitled to receive unemployment benefits providing that they have earned insurance cover and meet the conditions of the Unemployment Insurance Act and the Labour Market Measures Act; these include the following: Being unemployed Being domiciled... -
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Taxation / Salaries
Taxation and salaries in Iceland The taxation system in Iceland is a PAYE system - Pay-As-You-Earn. Taxes are deducted from all taxable incomes and consist of income taxes and municipal taxes (paid to municipal authorities). As a general principle, any individual staying in Iceland for 6 months or... -
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Recognition of Diplomas
In Iceland ENIC/NARIC Information Center provides you with assessments of your non-Icelandic degree, diploma or certificate and offers information about international recognition of qualifications. Professional recognition is handled by the various ministries (as competent authorities) under the... -
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Leaving Iceland
Researcher mobility can improve a career in research. Make the move and discover the wealth of opportunities on offer both inside and outside Europe. EURAXESS Centers and EURAXESS Worldwide are on hand to offer expertise and advice to facilitate your move abroad. Departure Formalities What should...
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Intellectual property rights
The Icelandic Patent Office is responsible for issues related to patents, trademarks, design protection, municipal emblems and other comparable rights as provided for by law, regulations and international agreements on the protection of intellectual property rights in the field or sector. The Office... -
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Icelandic language and culture
Icelandic is the official language of Iceland and is used almost exclusively in all areas of daily life. The majority of Icelanders do speak more than one language, with the most common second language being English. The number of schools offering Icelandic lessons has been steadily growing in... -
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