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Art. 71 — Residence Permit for Children
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Art. 71 — Residence Permit for Children

Residency Pathway

At a Glance

Processing Time

8-10 months

Estimated Cost

Not confirmed

60,000 ISK

Stay Duration

Duration of the parent's residence permit

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

Not specified

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

Family reunification permit for children under 18 to live with a parent legally residing in Iceland, valid for the duration of the parent's permit.

The residence permit for children is designed to facilitate family reunification, allowing children under the age of 18 to live with their parent(s) who are legal residents of Iceland. The permit is tied to the parent's legal status and custody, granting the child the right to reside, study, and work in Iceland until they reach adulthood.

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Permanent Residence Permit (Ótímabundið dvalarleyfi)
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Permanent Residence Permit (Ótímabundið dvalarleyfi)

ValidityVaries (Renewable if financial conditions continue to be met)
ProcessingVaries
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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Child must be under 18 years old at the time of application

Parent must have legal custody of the child

Child must intend to live in the same household as the parent in Iceland

Valid passport or travel document

Criminal record certificate for children aged 15 and older

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Allows children to reside legally with their parent(s) in Iceland
  • Grants the right to work without a separate work permit until age 18
  • Provides a pathway toward permanent residency

Worth Knowing

  • Applications must be submitted in paper form; online applications are not available
  • Processing times can be lengthy, often taking several months
  • If the parent's permit is revoked or expires, the child's permit is generally affected

Application Process

1

Pay the processing fee via bank transfer

2

Complete the paper application form

3

Gather all required supporting documents and payment receipt

4

Submit the application by mail or in person to the Directorate of Immigration or a District Commissioner

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