National Visa

Documents Required

For the Applicant:

• Completed application form (signed and dated).
• Payment receipt for the processing fee.
• Valid passport (copy of personal details page and signature page).
• Passport photo (35×45 mm).
• Criminal record certificate, issued by the highest competent authority in the country of residence (must not be older than 12 months).
• Health insurance certificate, covering a minimum of ISK 2,000,000, valid for at least six months from the date of residency registration.
• Proof of financial support, including:
  • Bank statement showing sufficient funds for the duration of stay.
  • Scholarship or grants confirmation, if applicable.

For the NGO:

• Signed contract with the NGO, including:
  • Type of work to be performed.
  • Duration of the volunteer placement.
  • Confirmation of financial support and housing arrangements, if applicable.
• Proof of the NGO’s registration as a non-profit, tax-exempt organization.

Additional Requirements:

• Return flight ticket showing departure at the end of the stay.
• Power of Attorney (if someone else is handling the application).

Key Conditions for Volunteers

• Must work for a recognized NGO operating in Iceland for charitable or humanitarian purposes.
• No salary or employment rights—volunteers cannot engage in paid work during their stay.
• Must reside in housing provided by the NGO or have independent housing arrangements.
• Permit holders are not eligible for permanent residence based on this permit.

Financial Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate secure means of support for the entire stay:

The following do not qualify as proof of financial means:

• Social assistance from Icelandic state/municipalities (except housing benefits).
• Third-party financial support (except scholarships/grants).
• Real estate, dividends, or other non-liquid assets.
• Cash holdings without proof of legitimate source.

Health Insurance

• Must be valid in Iceland for at least six months from the date of residence registration.
• Minimum coverage required: ISK 2,000,000.
• After six months of residence, volunteers may qualify for Iceland’s national health insurance.

Criminal Record Requirements

• No prison sentence abroad in the past five years for offenses that would carry more than three months’ imprisonment in Iceland.
• No criminal convictions in Iceland for offenses carrying more than three months’ imprisonment.
• Must provide a criminal record certificate from the country of residence.

Important Notes

• If you require a visa, you must apply from outside Iceland.
• If you do not require a visa, you may stay in Iceland while your application is processed, provided your Schengen stay does not exceed 90 days in a 180-day period.
• If documents are incomplete, the application may be delayed or rejected.
• Additional documents may be requested if deemed necessary.

Photo Specifications

Applicants must submit one recent colour photograph (not older than 6 months) that meets the following requirements:

• Background: Taken against a plain, light-coloured background (white or off-white) to ensure facial features are clearly distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clarity & Focus: The photo must be of high quality, clear, and in sharp focus.
• Full Face Visible:
  • The applicant must have a neutral expression (non-smiling).
  • No sunglasses, hats, caps, or head coverings, unless worn for religious or cultural reasons.
• Printing Requirements:
  • Printed on standard photographic paper (camera print).
  • Must be glued to the visa application form (not stapled).
• Compliance Check:
  • If the submitted photograph does not meet the above requirements, the application will be considered incomplete.
  • The applicant may be required to take new photographs at a photo booth in the visa application centre.

Ensure that your photo meets all specifications to avoid delays in your visa application.

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Visa Charges

Below is the fee structure for our visa services.

Standard Visa Processing Fees

Visa service charges are separate from official visa fees charged by the consulate.

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