A residence permit for missionaries is for individuals who come to Iceland for a religious purpose.

Students may apply for a residence permit provided they are enrolled full-time at an Icelandic school.

Residence permits for volunteers are for persons older than 18, who intend to work for non-governmental organizations on charity or humanitarian issues.

People who are granted collective protection on the basis of mass flight from Ukraine are issued a residence permit for humanitarian reasons.

Individuals that have been offered work in Iceland can apply for a residence permit based on work.

The Directorate of Immigration offers qualified parties the opportunity to submit applications to act as advocates for applicants for international protection.

Residence permits on grounds of marriage or cohabitation are granted to individuals intending to move to Iceland to live with their spouse.

Students may apply for a residence permit provided they are enrolled full-time at an Icelandic school.