In certain cases a foreign national may be expelled from Iceland if the requirements to stay in Iceland according to the Foreign Nationals Act are not met.

On 15 March, amendments to Act on Foreigners’ Right to Work No. 97/2002 were approved.

Subsidiary protection is for those at risk of death, torture, other inhumane treatment or suffering serious damage from armed conflict in their home country.

When a child under the age of 18 travels without accompanying both guardians, border authorities may require proof that the child is authorised to travel.

International protection is for those who have reason to fear persecution in their home country. They get a residence permit valid for three years.

When public entities want to purchase goods, works or services that exceed certain amounts, the procurement must be in collaboration with the Government.

Bilateral agreements on the authorisation of young people to work up to two years in a state outside the EEA. Different sources between countries.

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