How to go to work in Iceland in 2021

Iceland is a developed European country with a high standard of living and quite high (by the standards of CIS countries) salaries. English and German are widely used in the country. If you have already thought about how to go to work in Iceland, in this article you will find answers to the main questions about work immigration to this northern country.

The most developed industries in Iceland are fishing, tourism and information technology. If your specialty is related to the listed types of professional activities, then the risk of being left without work in Iceland is quite small for you.

Current offers in Iceland

In addition to the listed specialties, specialists in the field of genetic, computer and technical engineering can find work. In addition, specialists in the following areas are always needed:

• biological technologies;
• social sphere;
• agricultural sector;
• farm work;
• software;
• work on a fishing boat;
• transport sector.

There are permanent and seasonal offers. As a rule, for seasonal work, employees are brought to the farm, where they can be officially employed for several months. The season here lasts from April to October. No special qualifications are required, but a minimum level of Icelandic or English is required.

It is more difficult to get a permanent job, as it requires appropriate permission, a high level of knowledge of the official language and extensive experience in the chosen field. If an officially employed employee loses his job, he is entitled to social benefits, including unemployment benefits. For this reason, they take recruitment seriously here.

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What to be prepared for before leaving for Iceland

It’s one thing if a person is planning a trip to Iceland. To do this, you don’t need to learn the language, look for cheap housing and additional acquaintances, so that if something happens you can count on help. Have you already planned to immigrate to Iceland, but still have doubts in the back of your mind? Indeed, there are very good reasons for this. Firstly, before going to a new country, you need to at least superficially learn the language. It is worth noting that the Icelandic language is very difficult to learn and, perhaps, this will be the first obstacle that arises on the way. Secondly, the Ice Country is located geographically far from Russia, so you have to spend a large sum on a ticket.

Initially, you need to weigh the pros and cons, because the flight back home will cost you a pretty penny if something goes wrong at work. Difficulties along the way are quite expected, since privileges are given to indigenous residents, as well as immigrants from the European Union. Russian specialists must have a narrow and in-demand specialty for an Icelandic employer to agree to hire them.

In addition, you often have to take additional advanced training courses to get the desired position. Immigration to Iceland will only be successful if you fully accept the rules of this country and are ready to live by its laws. Here, Russian emigrants are often required for seasonal work. The period begins in April and lasts until September. You can find such a job on your own, but it is unlikely to bring the desired income.

Social work in Iceland

In the country, you can officially find a job working with children and the elderly, people with limited mobility and people affected by natural disasters. Most social services are financed by the state, so the country has well-developed protection of the population.

But such employment is also offered by international organizations that are widely represented in Iceland. They are constantly experiencing a shortage of professional staff. But it is not easy to get such a job, since it requires confirmation of qualifications.

The following is checked:

• availability of specialized education;
• confirmation of diploma;
• high level of Icelandic language;
• readiness for a long move to the country.

Salary level per month by profession

Iceland is known for its very high standard of living. This is evidenced by the income of the local population. The table shows average salaries in Iceland as of the beginning of 2021:

Speciality	Monthly income (in euros)
Doctor	8000
Teacher	3500
Nurse	5500
Electrician	4800
Police officer	5000
Supermarket cashier	1800
Taxi driver	2700
Firefighter	3500
Maid at the hotel	1800
Chef	5500
Accountant	4700

A foreigner is unlikely to be able to count on a salary equal to that received by Icelanders. Migrant workers get jobs that, for some reason, do not suit local residents. In general, the unemployment rate on the island is low - approximately 4% of the total working population.

Minimum wage

Average

You won't get rich with this money in Iceland, but it will be enough to live on. The average salary in Iceland is 2,900 euros. This is slightly more than foreign workers receive (they will have to focus on the amount of 2,000 euros), and less than the income of state employees. Their salary starts at around 3,000 euros.

Maximum wage in Iceland

As in many other developed countries, doctors earn the most here. The annual income of a qualified doctor in Reyjavik can reach 160 thousand euros. This is approximately 13 thousand per month.

Taxation system in the country

As in the Scandinavian countries, the level of taxes in Iceland is high. The flat rate on personal income is 22.75%. There is a municipal income tax - from 11 to 13.3%.

True, people receiving the minimum wage are exempt from any payments to the state, with the exception of insurance premiums.

Features of applying for a job

How to get a job in Iceland without additional difficulties? Despite the many vacancies, foreigners from the CIS countries experience some difficulties. There is a real shortage of jobs in some industries. In addition, a job can only be obtained if there are no applicants among citizens. And there is a fairly serious level of competition in the country. First of all, it is necessary to conclude an employment contract before permanently moving to the country.

Then the head of the organization transmits information about the new employee to the Office of Migrant Affairs. Here the package of documents and the agreement are carefully studied. If a positive decision is made, the employee is issued an application for a residence and employment permit. The application is considered for at least 3 months.

Documents for visa application

Legal work requires the applicant to correctly fill out documents. They apply to the consulate to obtain a visa before crossing the border.

The following documents are submitted for consideration:

• 
  an application form signed by the employer and the applicant;

• an employment contract signed by both parties;
• color photography;
• certificate of no criminal record;
• a valid passport, which expires no earlier than in 3 months;
• compulsory health insurance policy;
• confirmation of residence in the country.

Additionally, other documents may be requested, such as a diploma of education, a linguistic certificate of knowledge of Icelandic or English at a conversational level. As a rule, it is required for applicants for a permanent job with serious responsibilities.

If everything is in order, a work visa to Iceland will be issued. After this, you can safely move for further employment. To speed up the procedure, it is necessary to maintain contact with consulate staff and monitor the progress of the case.

Advice for those who decide to move to Iceland for permanent residence

Iceland is a controversial country. When planning to visit it, prepare for constant rain and slight coolness, regardless of the time of year. When planning your trip, consider the following recommendations:

• Iceland is part of the Schengen zone, so you can stay in the country with a visa from any other EU country.
• There is no need to issue a driver's license according to new international standards, since Russian documents are accepted in the country.
• It is very difficult to learn the Icelandic language, but almost all residents speak fluent English, so it is better to improve your English knowledge before leaving.
• Concluding an employment contract is also difficult; only highly specialized specialists have a real chance. The most in-demand professions in the country, which are characterized by open vacancies, are engineers, builders and programmers.
• Despite its location in the northern part, the climate is quite moderate due to the warm Gulf Stream sea current. Winter is warm and mild, summer is not hot. The main thing is to take things with you against wind and rain.
• Iceland is an expensive country, so at first you need to prepare money for unforeseen expenses that will definitely arise.
• It is not customary to pay in cash in Iceland; bank cards are accepted at every retail outlet, regardless of size - both in a hypermarket and in a mini-coffee shop on wheels.
• Since there is not enough sun in the country, residents periodically take fish oil, which is sold in capsules. If you plan to stay for permanent residence, be sure to buy these supplements.

Immigration to Iceland is not a common occurrence among our compatriots. Territorial remoteness and closed migration policy stop those wishing to move for permanent residence. But if you set such a goal, you can obtain a residence permit in different ways (study, marriage, employment). Despite the closed nature, the Icelandic government cooperates with the Red Cross mission and actively supports refugees, providing them with comfortable living conditions in the country.

Types of employment in Iceland

Some migrants not only do not speak Icelandic, but also do not plan to study it. There are vacancies in Iceland for Russians, for whom less serious requirements are imposed.

Positions without language knowledge

The international student exchange program has continued to benefit for many years. The purpose is to stay with a family and provide meals. It consists of providing household services, which often involve helping the host with household chores. There is also a volunteer area that helps you learn the language.

Jobs in Iceland without a language title include the following vacancies:

• nanny;
• cook;
• housemaid;
• nurse;
• nurse.

To get a job, you only need to have a minimum level of English, which will allow you to communicate with local residents at an everyday level. Formal approval from a local family or volunteer organization is also required.

Seasonal earnings in Iceland

Income from fishing and farming is temporary. Seasonal work allows you to receive official income, a place to live, three meals a day or hot lunches.

Work at a construction site is also dependent on weather conditions. In the period from May to October, communications and road surfaces are repaired, building frames are erected, facades and sidewalks are updated.

Seasonality is also expressed in fish processing. The fishery is carried out by specialists on a contract basis. Most of these workers return to Iceland annually to work in shipyards and ships, but prefer to live in their home countries.

Possibility of temporary employment

This kind of work is the most difficult to find, since local students and young people need part-time work. These include students who are in the country on a student visa. According to statistics, about 40 people apply for the position of courier, postal delivery person, salesperson-cashier and waiter.

Large Russian tour operators are interested in qualified guides with knowledge of the Russian language, whom they prefer to look for on the spot. It is suitable for Belarusians or Russians who know local history well.

What jobs are available to European residents in Iceland?

According to employment services, there are up to 40 applicants for one part-time or part-time job, so there are not a large number of advertisements for available vacancies anywhere. Companies in Iceland try to find a specialist through introductions or recommendations.

Iceland has a developed fishing industry, agronomy and computer engineering, which offer foreigners seasonal income or contract employment (work in a shipyard, cannery, ship). Drivers, builders, laborers, and managers are also needed.

Jobs in cleaning services are offered to women: nanny, cleaner, nurse, etc. There is a great demand for foreigners in the tourism business; here you can find a position from a cashier to a flight attendant, from a guide to an airline manager.

Candidates for vacant positions are carefully considered. For employers, work experience, knowledge of English, prospects, age of the applicant and much more are important. With such demand, naturally, it is possible to “select” candidates.

Official employment procedure

The country is not part of the European Union. But despite this, Iceland is a Schengen country, which makes it attractive to Ukrainians and other applicants from the CIS countries. To attract foreign labor there is a certain procedure:

1. First, the employer offers the vacancy to citizens. If suitable candidates do not appear within the established time frame, migrants can be recruited.
2. At the next stage, the vacancy is put on the common European market, which includes 28 states of the European Union.
3. Further, other migrants, including those from the CIS countries, can apply for work.

Job search

In order to find a job in Iceland, you must first find an employer and receive an invitation from him. State institutions carefully monitor the procedure for attracting foreigners, forcing them to strictly follow the procedure for finding employees.

Illegal employment is not allowed, since this is severely punished in accordance with the law and, above all, the person or company offering the vacancies.

Receipt procedure

• Search for an employer.
• Issuing an official invitation to work for them.
• Appeal from the Icelandic side to Vinnumálastofnun (Labor Directorate).
• Verification by Directorate specialists that the vacancy was offered to Icelanders and then to EEA citizens. This review may take several months.
• Obtaining a work permit.
• Signing an employment contract.
• This is where the immigration process begins.

Languages

One of the main conditions for finding a job is knowledge of languages. This factor is not taken into account only if the applicant desires to perform physical hard work at an industrial enterprise or on an agricultural farm.

For other vacancies, English is required. The level depends on the position and economic segment. In certain fields, such as medicine and teaching positions, it is necessary to speak Icelandic.

German, Danish, Swedish and Finnish are welcome.

Where to start searching

• Through an intermediary

To get started, it is advisable to contact:

1. State Employment Service: https://www.vinnumalastofnun.is/svmhb
2. private employment agencies: www.radning.is, www.stra.is.

• On one's own

1. Popular sites: www.job.is; www.hhr.is.
2. Icelandic media that publish information about vacancies: Fréttablaðið (www.visir.is); Morgunblaðið (www.mbl.is); Blaðið (www.vbl.is). This method is suitable for those who are not determined to find work exclusively in Reykjavik, but are ready to live and work in a small locality - a town or even a village.
3. Official websites of Icelandic companies:

• analyze all the enterprises in the segment where you would like to work;
• if there are advertisements, send a specific resume related to this vacancy;
• if not, send out a CV proposing your candidacy;
• Personal calls to the company’s personnel service with a question about whether the resume has reached them, who is reviewing it, and when you can expect a response can be effective.

4. Contacting trade unions and other professional associations of the country:

Name in Icelandic	Translation	Website
Alþýðusamband Íslands	Icelandic Trade Union Confederation	www.asi.is
Starfsgreinasamband Íslands	Federation of Specialized Labor and Labor	www.sgs.is
Samiðn samband iðnfélaga	Federation of Industrial Workers and Skilled Construction Workers	www.samidn.is
Rafiðnaðarsamband Íslands	Icelandic Electricians' Union	www.rafis.is
Landsamband Íslenskra Verslunarmanna	Icelandic Business Workers' Federation	www.landssamband.is
MATVÍS matvæla- og veitingasamband Íslands	Icelandic Restaurant and Food Workers Federation	www.matvis.is
Sjómannasamband Íslands	Federation of Icelandic Sailors	www.ssi.is

How to find a vacancy?

Employment in Iceland for Russians, as a rule, includes highly qualified positions that the state needs. The remaining jobs are filled by local residents. An important condition is a good level of knowledge of the Icelandic language. Without it, it is very difficult to get a job.

The required level of language proficiency depends on the specialty. If an applicant wants to become a doctor, a high level of Icelandic is required. Danish, German, Finnish and Swedish are also welcome. When looking for a job as a driver, the language required is at an average conversational level.

To find a job, it is better to use all available methods. You can go to the website of the Icelandic Public Employment Service, vinnumalastofnun.is. Additionally, you can contact a large recruitment agency or send your resume and proposal to employers directly.

Use the following methods:

1. Social network linkedin.com. Here you can find work in Iceland without intermediaries, as employers regularly look for well-qualified professionals.
2. Submit your resume and references to different companies in your professional field. This option is suitable only for those who have definitely decided on the industry.
3. You can use services that offer intermediary services, including recognition of qualifications in Europe.

In-demand vacancies

Full time job

In such a small country, employers, of course, give preference to locals when searching for specialists for open vacancies. Thus, a job seeker from the CIS countries has two main employment options: a prestigious position with high qualifications, extensive experience and a good portfolio, or one of the many vacancies in areas where there is a shortage of workers. Let's consider both cases in more detail.

If you are a highly qualified specialist, for example, in the field of information technology, then you can count on a salary of 3,000 to 7,000 euros, which at the current exchange rate averages from 200,000 to 450,000 rubles.

The average salary in Iceland for a tourism specialist is 3,000 euros, for an engineer - 4,000 euros. When applying for a position with a similar salary, you will face high competition among European applicants.

The scarce workers that local economies need often do not require any special skills. In Iceland, you can get a permanent or seasonal job without experience: most often the payment is negotiable, but on average you can count on 2000-2500 euros per month.

Seasonal employment

Jobs without a specialty are most often designed for applicants who are ready for physical work - this is seasonal work on a farm or in production, as well as work as a driver, salesman, or builder.

However, seasonal employment is not only physically demanding work, but also administrative work in the field of tourism, restaurant and hotel business. Making money in Iceland is a profitable way for travelers to see the natural beauty of not the cheapest European country.

The average salary in Iceland is 3,000 euros; a specialist in the fields of marketing, science and education can apply for this amount of money if they have a diploma and work experience. This option is suitable for those who are counting on career growth in Iceland and plan to obtain citizenship of this country in the future.

Income level in the country

How much can you earn in Iceland? Much depends on the level of qualifications and the availability of proven experience. In 2021, the average salary after taxes and fees is 2,470 euros per month. The minimum wage is 2230 euros. You can expect higher salaries in the capital Reykjavik.

On average, specialists receive the following salaries:

• sales managers – 4000 euros;
• programmers – 4000 euros;
• architects 4700 euros;
• pilots and civil aviation dispatchers – 6,000 euros.

In general, salaries in Iceland depend on the level of experience and knowledge, as well as the field in which you plan to work. If a specialist is in demand, he can count on higher wages.

What is attractive about working on the island?

There are many persistent ideas about this island as a paradise where people live in complete comfort. Indeed, optimal conditions have been created here for the indigenous islanders; sometimes they are perceived by foreigners as prosperity. Free heating of houses from thermal springs, an abundance of inexpensive seafood in the diet, picturesque nature, social protection - everything is true.

The average salary here is 4500 EUR, but taxes here are also high, which is why Icelanders receive up to 3000 EUR. We are talking about skilled professions, and if we talk about unskilled ones (cleaner, helper, etc.), then a minimum salary of 1800 € per month is assumed.

Overtime hours are not practiced here; all employees are employed only 5 days a week. All sick leave and benefits required by law are paid regardless of nationality and origin.

Obtaining a work permit

Before applying for a work visa, you must obtain an official work permit. This is the responsibility of an employer operating in the country. He must submit information about the open position to the Ministry of Labor. It is important to justify why he does not want to hire a local employee. In this case, the company provides confirmation that the candidates were considered and they do not meet the stated requirements.

If everything is in order, a positive decision is made within a month. The Ministry of Labor makes sure that the interests of local job seekers are not violated. A foreign citizen receives permission to work for a specific company.

Next, the manager will redirect the permit, along with the employment contract and other documents, to the employee. At the final stage, he applies to the consulate, where he receives a work visa. After this, you can move to Iceland legally.

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Vacancies. Where to look

The first thing any foreign candidate for a position will face is competition with local citizens. The employer, choosing between you and his compatriot, will give preference to him. This is due to paperwork and problems that may arise with the migration authorities. Only if you are a specialist in a narrow field and production really needs you, can you count on getting the coveted job.

You can find a job in almost any field, the main thing is to have the appropriate education and qualifications.

Job search options:

• An excellent job search site for Russians and Ukrainians is linkedin.ru. On this portal, employers are looking for employees of various professions.
• Website of the state employment service. There are a large number of advertisements here, and the work here is only legal.
• Contact a recruitment agency. Employees will tell you the real situation on the job market, offer options and help you find a job.
• Search for advertisements in weekly newspapers.
• Sending out resumes to various companies. This option is suitable for those who are just planning to move. Perhaps the company will be interested in your resume and then you will immediately receive a residence permit with the right to work.
• EURES is a job search intermediary service.

Salary level

Work in Iceland is rated very highly; wages here are among the highest in Europe. The average salary is 4 thousand euros, after deducting all taxes, a little more than 3 thousand will remain

. The lowest salary is around 1900 euros. You can earn more in the capital. It is worth considering that foreigners may receive lower salaries until they receive a residence permit.

Before moving to Iceland, you must submit an application to the Immigration Office. At this point, you must have legal work in Iceland and a contract from an employer, on the basis of which a residence permit will be issued. Application processing takes up to 90 days.

Diploma nostrification procedure

Most serious vacancies require proof of qualifications. For this purpose, a higher education diploma is provided. It must be translated into English and Irish and affixed with an apostille. It is important to first clarify with the consulate which form of apostille is more acceptable and whether copies of documents need to be certified.

It is important to do this in advance, otherwise you will have to go back. To perform all procedures correctly. Additionally, a certificate confirming your spoken level of English may be required. This is typical for Icelandic companies, as many interact with European partners.

Visa and travel procedure

After all formalities with official employment have been completed, the process of obtaining a visa begins.

Types of Icelandic entry documents for citizens of Russia and Ukraine

Despite the fact that Ukrainians can visit Europe using their biometric passport, it should be kept in mind that Iceland is not part of the EU, so the visa regime with this country remains.

There are two types of visas for staying in Iceland:

• Short-term with code (C), giving the right to stay on the territory of the state for no more than three months.
• Long-term, having national status and code (D). The period is more than 90 days. Usually it is issued for 1 year. Such a visa requires compelling reasons to obtain it, including an employment contract.

If work is offered for a season not exceeding 90 days, then a visa (C) is issued; in all other cases, a long-term visa with code (D) is required.

Since Iceland is a member of the Schengen Agreement, its visa has a corresponding status.

Registration procedure in 2021

According to the information of the Immigration Directorate contained on the official portal of the department (https://www.utl.is), you can independently apply for a visa for Russians:

You must first go through the biometrics procedure, which is mandatory for obtaining a Schengen visa, including:

• digital photo;
• electronic fingerprinting.

The procedure is available at the visa center, for which you need to pre-register or you can order mobile biometrics from the VFS Global service.

Package of documents:

1. Questionnaire. To be filled out in English. The forms for visas (C) and (D) are different.
2. Two color photographs 3.5 by 4.5 centimeters, taken no earlier than six months.
3. A foreign passport with two blank pages and a validity period exceeding the period of stay in the country by three months.
4. Photocopies of all pages of Russian and foreign passports (except blank ones).
5. Expired foreign passports or pages from them with other Schengen visas pasted in for a three-year period (optional, but desirable).
6. Employer's invitation.
7. Labor contract.
8. Official work permit.
9. Health certificate.
10. Medical insurance policy.
11. Certificate of no criminal record.
12. Documents confirming that there is housing in Iceland - a hotel reservation or a rental agreement.

This is a basic package of documents, however, before visiting the embassy or consulate, it is advisable to inquire about possible additions to the requirements. For example, you may need a document confirming the appropriate level of education.

Visa cost

Registration prices are indicated in Euros, and payment is made in rubles at the current Central Bank exchange rate.

The cost is formed from two fees:

To obtain a long-term work visa, documents are sometimes sent to Iceland to the Immigration Service, which requires additional time - from 3 to 8 weeks.

The entry document is issued for the period specified in the contract. A long-term visa (D) is a residence permit.

Upon expiration of the working agreement, the residence permit can be extended for up to 5 years in the following cases:

• contract extension;
• entering into an agreement with another employer;
• organizing your own business.

The dangers and consequences of illegal employment

If a migrant does not plan to complete documents before leaving and look for official work, this may not have the best effect on living in Iceland. Such jobs pay very little wages, do not pay taxes and do not make other necessary deductions.

In the worst case, such an employee may be deported to his homeland and subject to a large fine to pay. However, the laws are quite strict, so such a migrant is prohibited from entering the EU territory for 5 years. If an employee was previously officially employed and is looking for another job, he can receive benefits. This will help you avoid dubious vacancies.

Thus, getting a job in Iceland is not so easy, but it is possible with sufficient qualifications. Seasonal and temporary work is available, but it is important to apply in the spring and summer. It is important to officially find a job, having previously discussed all the conditions with the employer before moving.

How to apply for a work visa

There are several types of visas with which you can travel to Iceland for work: a visit visa is suitable for business travel, and a work visa is suitable for labor migration.

If you are traveling to Iceland as a conference participant , a business partner of an Icelandic company or an artist, an invitation from the host will be enough for you.

If your direct employer is in Iceland and you have to work there, you will have to apply for a temporary residence permit (Residence permit) in the “Work” category - in other words, a national work visa.

Note. A national work visa is permission to live and work in the country for a certain time (the duration of the employment contract).

In addition to the minimum package of documents that the applicant provides when obtaining a work permit, when obtaining a visa, documents confirming the qualifications and financial situation of the applicant may be required.

You can consult a specialist about the complete list of documents that will have to be provided, since it is individual for each person. However, all applicants without exception must provide the following documents :

• application form in English;
• 2 color photographs 35 x 45 mm, taken no more than six months ago;
• a foreign passport valid for 3 months or more after the visa expires;
• canceled passport (if available);
• passport confirming citizenship;
• a document confirming employment: a certificate from work (with information about the position and salary) or study, a certificate of registration of an individual entrepreneur and a tax return, a pension certificate;
• health insurance with a minimum sum insured of 30,000 euros;
• previously issued work permit and employment contract;
• confirmation of the availability of a place to stay in Iceland.

An important step in the visa process is a personal interview at the Icelandic consulate . If the consular officers are convinced that you do not intend to leave your home country permanently and are not applying for permanent employment, and subsequently Icelandic citizenship, this stage can be avoided.

Confirmation of a strong connection with your homeland can be a long work history or the presence of children who will remain in your home country during your departure (you attach documents confirming this to your visa application).

In addition, you will need to do biometrics - a digital photo and fingerprints of both hands (fingerprinting). This is not necessary for those who have done biometrics in the last 5 years when applying for a Schengen visa.

Note. Biometrics are automated methods of personality recognition that are based on physiological or behavioral characteristics.

Living expenses in 2021 in Iceland

Before you decide to leave for this cold country, you need to weigh all the positive and negative circumstances. To do this, it is advisable to communicate in appropriate forums with eyewitnesses who have known experience.

The disadvantages include the high cost of living, so, according to the local population, it costs about 600 Euros per person per month for food, and an average of 2,500 for rent.

But if you eat fast food and stay in budget hostels, then everything will cost a little less.

You can also save money if you look for work in small towns and villages, but the salary in this case will also be low.

Working in Iceland is not the hottest commodity in agencies,

who are engaged in the employment of our fellow Russians in other countries.

Firstly, Iceland is far away - in case of failure or a change in the applicant’s desires and aspirations, he will have to spend a certain (not at all small, it must be said) amount on returning home.

Secondly - language. The Icelandic language is difficult to classify as well-known and popular, with the exception of the territory of Iceland itself. It’s rare to find advertisements for teaching this language, but proficiency in it, and at a fairly decent level, is an almost non-discussed necessity for you if you have decided to go to this distant island.

Initially, you need to assess your chances - the real ones, and not those that office staff will happily tell you about, this is their bread and often they can think more about it than about your interests. For this purpose, you can study forums where Russian-speaking people living in Iceland communicate, get to know them, ask them pressing questions, etc.

The main task on your move to Iceland is to obtain the necessary residence permit - there are several types, you need to select the “in connection with work” option. This is actually a work permit. These permits are available for athletes, qualified specialists, as well as for those who Iceland needs at the moment - from time to time the country experiences a shortage of workers (usually seasonal work).

So that your efforts are not destined to go to waste, you also need to obtain a residence permit - which, in turn, is issued when you are allowed to work. Typically, applications are submitted simultaneously and considered together.

Before arriving in Iceland, you must submit the appropriate application for an initial residence permit, after it is approved by the Immigration Department, you can enter the country and deal with paperwork.

Work and available vacancies in Greenland

• Come to the island and find a job on your own. Naturally, in order to visit Greenland you need a valid visa. You can apply for it at the Danish Embassy, ​​located in Kyiv on Gogolevskaya street, building 8, or by contacting one of the many visa centers in Denmark. In this case, you will need to apply for a tourist visa, and in the future, convert it to a work visa.

The mildest climate, respectively, is on the southwestern coast, the average summer temperature is 7-10 degrees Celsius above zero, winter 8-11 below zero. Sharp changes are also possible, so in June the temperature can reach +20 degrees, and a week later drop to 0. The east coast has low temperatures, the average temperature in January is 27 degrees and strong northern winds.

What do they say about working in Denmark?

Most often, there are positive reviews about employment in the Kingdom of Denmark. Applicants are satisfied with the salary, working conditions, and good social package. Many people write that for participants in state immigration programs, bureaucratic formalities are reduced to a minimum.

However, almost all applicants encounter difficulties in obtaining documents, namely a visa to work in Denmark and a residence permit. The processing times for cases have recently become longer, and more and more applicants are being rejected. Visitors to the forums say that the Danish language is difficult to learn, so high-paying jobs are often not available to foreigners. The cost of living is high compared to CIS countries, and not all employers are willing to provide corporate housing. Also among the disadvantages is misunderstanding in communication with the Danes due to the difference in mentality. This makes integration into Danish society difficult for those who are not ready to change their habits, observe accepted norms of behavior, or learn the local language.