Live in Iceland while having a job in Iraq

Can I work remotely in Iceland for a company in Iraq?

Yes it’s perfectly possible, but we advise first to check the following points:

  1. You are legally allowed to work in the country where the company is located.
  2. You have the necessary permits and visas.
  3. You have the necessary equipment for working in a remote environment.
  4. The company is willing to hire you.

How can I find a remote job in Iraq while living in Iceland?

When things work out well, it’s possible to find remote jobs in Iraq even if you are located in Iceland, for that we ’ll tell you a little about the advantages and disadvantages of working remotely in Iraq.

Where to find a job in Iraq?
The most common way to find a job in Iraq is by using job boards. Job boards are very useful when searching for a job in Iraq because they allow you to search for a job in Iraq based on the job title, the type of work you want to do, the skills you need, the location, the company, the company size, the salary you are looking for and more.
Job boards are also useful because they allow you to search for a job in Iraq at your own pace and without any obligation. Job boards also allow you to see what other people are looking for, which gives you a good idea of what the market for a job in Iraq is like.
There are many job boards in Iraq, but we have created a list of the best job boards in Iraq.
How to find a job in Iraq
There are many ways to find a job in Iraq, but we have created a list of the best ways to find a job in Iraq.
Job boards

How can I get paid in Iceland when working remotely for a company in Iraq?

It is possible to get paid in Iceland while working for a company in Iraq but you will need to have an Icelandic bank account. If you do not have an Icelandic bank account you will need to open one in Iceland. This will take some time to set up. Once you have an Icelandic bank account you can withdraw money from your account in Iraq.

Will I pay taxes in Iceland or Iraq when working remotely in Iceland?

Taxes can be complicated when working remotely in Iceland for a corporation in Iraq, so we’ve put together this guide to help you understand what you can and can’t do when it comes to working abroad.

When working for a company in Iceland, you are considered an employee and not an independent contractor. This means that you’re still required to pay taxes in Iceland, but you can also claim deductions for expenses and losses.
In Iraq, you’re an independent contractor, which means you’re not required to pay taxes. You can still claim deductions for expenses and losses, but you won’t get paid a salary.
We’ll be going over the basics of working in Iceland and Iraq, as well as the tax implications of working abroad for both countries.

What is the difference between working in Iceland and Iraq?
In Iceland, you’re considered an employee of the company you work for. In Iraq, you’re an independent contractor.

In Iraq, you’re not required to pay taxes.
You can also file taxes in Iraq, but you’ll need to pay a 10% tax on any income you make.