🇮🇸 Iceland · Permanent Settlement
Permanent Residence Permit — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,810 |
| Minimum annual salary | €1,800 |
| Age range | 18–67 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €418 |
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://island.is/en/permanent-residence-permit/requirements.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,810.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://island.is/en/permanent-residence-permit/requirements · verified 2026-06-09
Minimum annual salary
https://island.is/en/permanent-residence-permit/requirements · verified 2026-06-09
Age range
https://island.is/en/permanent-residence-permit/requirements · verified 2026-06-09
Application fee
https://island.is/en/permanent-residence-permit/requirements · verified 2026-06-09
Open to all nationalities
https://island.is/en/permanent-residence-permit/requirements · verified 2026-06-09
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-09.