Residence permit for spouse/children (family reunification) (Dvalarleyfi á grundvelli fjölskyldusameiningar)
Changes or availability under review — Iceland tightening family reunification rules 2025–26
Residence permit for spouse/children (family reunification) is a residence route in Iceland (Keluarga). Sponsor must hold a qualifying permit and show secure means of support for family; spouses ≥18 (marriage/cohabitation ≥1 yr). Fee ISK 110,000 spouse, 60,000 child (2026). Rules tightened 2025–26 (low confidence on details).
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 4 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 7 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide income once resident; capital income 22%; no wealth tax.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Kategori | Keluarga |
|---|---|
| Investasi | — |
| Biaya (keluarga) | CHF 1'100 |
| Penghasilan / thn | — |
| Aset | — |
| Min. tinggal | — |
| PR | 4 |
| Kewarganegaraan | 7 |
| Bekerja | yes |
| Syarat | Spouse/partner and minor children of Icelandic citizens/residents |
| Pajak | Worldwide income once resident; capital income 22%; no wealth tax. |
| Per | 2026-10 |
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