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Studying in Iceland
These apply to every international student in Iceland, including at University of Iceland. Each figure shows where it came from and when we last checked it.
Money you must show
In force from 18 May 2026. About ISK 3,119,412 for a twelve-month permit (our calculation). Non-EEA students only.
Directorate of Immigration (Útlendingastofnun), island.is, source re-checked 30 Oct 2026
Visa fee
This is the fee for the student residence permit application. We did not find a separate visa fee for students.
Directorate of Immigration, island.is, source re-checked 30 Oct 2026
Work while you study
More is allowed in scheduled breaks between terms and during formal workplace training. The 60% is across all employers combined.
Directorate of Immigration, island.is, source re-checked 30 Oct 2026
Stay after you graduate
For bachelor's, master's or doctoral graduates of an Icelandic university. Cut from up to three years under rules in force from 8 July 2026.
Directorate of Immigration, island.is, source re-checked 30 Oct 2026
The same rules for every institution in Iceland; University of Iceland's own programme pages govern the exact dates and scores. Guide checked 25 Sep 2026.
Deadlines and intakes
Universities set their own application deadlines for non-EEA applicants: check yours. The Directorate's own deadline is 1 May for autumn entry, and its earlier guidance asked for complete applications before 1 June to guarantee processing before term. Apply to the university as early as possible so your permit application can go in well before 1 May.
Language you need
Many bachelor's degrees are taught in Icelandic; English-taught programmes are more common at master's and doctoral level. Your university sets the English requirement for each programme. Icelanders widely speak English, but part-time jobs outside tourism and many graduate jobs expect some Icelandic.
Paying for it
Government schemes for international students coming to Iceland. Each one sets its own rules on nationality and level.
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