

Unemployment benefits
Those who are unemployed, and have a work history and legal residence in Iceland, may be entitled to monthly payments.
Right to unemployment benefits
While on unemployment benefits

Maternity and paternity leave
For parents who take leave from paid employment to care for a child.
Calculator for possible payments
News
11th July 2025
Increase in Minimum Payments for Parental Leave and Bereavement Leave
Increase in Minimum Payments for Parental Leave and Bereavement Leave
10th July 2025
The Icelandic labour market in June 2025
The Icelandic labour market in June 2025
10th June 2025
The Icelandic labour market in May 2025
The unemployment rate in May was 3,7%, down from 3,9% in April.