Participation in accommodation costs in residential and nursing facilities
In short
Participation in the cost of living in residential and nursing care facilities is income-related and starts at the same time as the payments are cancelled.
The participation is calculated according to the current earnings plan at TR.
If income is in excess 128.125 ISK per month, after tax, after the pension payments have been cancelled, the pensioner contributes to the cost of his/her stay.
The maximum cost participation 568.433 ISK is per month.
If the monthly reference income reaches 696.568 ISK after tax, maximum participation is paid.
The cost of the stay is collected by the residence and nursing home concerned.
It is possible that a right to a special pension is created when a stay in an institution begins.
It is very important that your income estimate is correct so that the cost contribution for your stay is calculated correctly. You can change the income plan on My Pages.
Rights of spouses and cohabiting partners
Spouses and cohabiting partners of pensioners staying in a residential and nursing care facilities may have the right to special home supplement.
Cost participation - frequently asked questions
Payments canceled - frequently asked questions
Service provider
Social Insurance Administration