Art. 72 — Residence Permit for Parents (67+)

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Art. 72 — Residence Permit for Parents (67+)

Residency Pathway

At a Glance

Processing Time

8-10 months

Estimated Cost

Free

Stay Duration

1-2 years (renewable)

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

This residence permit is designed for individuals aged 67 or older who are financially dependent on an adult child residing in Iceland. It is a strictly regulated category of family reunification that requires the sponsor to demonstrate sufficient income to support the parent, and it mandates that the applicant obtain a specific work permit if they intend to be employed.

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Permanent Residence Permit (Ótímabundið dvalarleyfi)

Iceland

Permanent Residence Permit (Ótímabundið dvalarleyfi)

ValidityVaries (Renewable if financial conditions continue to be met)

ProcessingVaries

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Applicant must be 67 years of age or older

Must have an adult child residing legally in Iceland

Proof of financial dependency on the adult child in Iceland

Valid health insurance with minimum coverage of 2,000,000 ISK

Clean criminal record certificate from country of residence

KEY CRITERIA

Min. Income

1,485,432 EUR/yr

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Allows elderly parents to live with their adult children in Iceland
Can serve as a basis for applying for a permanent residence permit

Worth Knowing

Strict financial dependency requirements must be met by the sponsoring child
Processing times are among the longest of any permit category
The permit does not grant an automatic right to work; a separate work permit is required

Application Process

Pay the processing fee via bank transfer

Complete the official paper application form (D-206)

Gather all required supporting documents and translations

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

Attend an in-person appointment if required for biometric data

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