All international students are legally required to register in Iceland or apply for a student permit, depending on citizenship.
Students with citizenship outside the Nordic countries, the European Economic Area (EEA) or the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) must apply for a student permit before arrival and be granted approval from the Directorate of Immigration before travelling to Iceland.
EEA/EFTA citizens must register in Iceland depending on the duration of their stay.
Follow the instructions depending on your citizenship:
- Student residence permit - only needed for non EEA/EFTA students.
- Registering in Iceland for students - applies to all students, with the exception of Nordic students and EEA/EFTA students staying one semester only. They can register at the University Service Desk.