Iceland working holiday visa.

5 passports can apply. See the age limit, how long you can stay, the cost and the places for each one. Last checked 7 Oct 2026.

5 passports can apply

Age when you apply: 18 to 3018 to 30 when you apply.
Stay: 12 monthsUp to 12 months. Andorra, Canada, Chile and the UK can renew once.
Cost: ISK 40,000No fee for Japan.
Places: Not publishedNo quota published.
Savings needed: ISK 259,951 a month for 3 months, plus health insurance.
Where to apply: By paper to the Directorate of Immigration in Iceland.

Checked 7 Oct 2026

Who can apply

Passports that can apply.

Your passport sets your age limit, how long you can stay and how many places there are.

Passport	Age	Stay	Places	Cost
Andorra	18 to 30	12 months	Not published	ISK 40,000
Canada	18 to 30	12 months	Not published	ISK 40,000
Chile	18 to 30	12 months	Not published	ISK 40,000
Japan	18 to 30	12 months	Not published	Free
United Kingdom	18 to 30	12 months	Not published	ISK 40,000

Check every country your passport can do a working holiday in.

FAQ

Who can get a Iceland working holiday visa?

Citizens of 5 countries: Andorra, Canada, Chile, Japan and United Kingdom.

What is the age limit?

You must be 18 to 30 when you apply.

How long can I stay?

Up to 12 months. Up to 12 months. Andorra, Canada, Chile and the UK can renew once.

How much does it cost?

ISK 40,000. No fee for Japan.

Sources

General information, not legal advice. Last checked 7 Oct 2026.

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