Work in the UK for a company in Iceland

Can I live in the UK and work remotely for a company in Iceland?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:

  1. The company you are working for is registered in Iceland, and you are working in Iceland.
  2. The company has a local office in Iceland, and you are working there.
  3. The company is registered in Iceland, and you are working for them.

If you are working for a company in Iceland, you will be taxed by the Icelandic government. You will need to register for VAT in Iceland, and pay VAT on your salary, as well as any other taxes that you are required to pay in Iceland.

How do I apply for a work permit?
You can apply for a work permit by submitting a complete application form to the Icelandic Migration Service. The application form can be downloaded from the Migration Service website.

How do I apply for a residence permit?
You can apply for a residence permit by submitting a complete application form to the Icelandic Migration Service.

Can I get a work permit for my partner?
Yes, you can apply for a work permit for your partner. However, your partner will need to apply for a residence permit in Iceland, and they will need to be employed in Iceland.

How to find remote work in Iceland while living in the UK?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Iceland even though you are located in the UK. For that we need to take into account some things.

This is not a guide on how to get a remote job in Iceland. I’ll give you some tips on how to find remote work in Iceland.
I’m not a recruiter, I’m just a person who has been doing remote work for a long time.

How to get paid in the UK when working remotely for a corporation in Iceland?

You can get paid in the UK even if you are working for a company in Iceland, however , the tax rules are different for people working in Iceland. In this post, I will explain the different options you have to get paid in the UK.

You can get paid in the UK from a company in Iceland. This is a very common way to work for a corporation in Iceland. The tax rules are very different for people working in Iceland than for people working in the UK.
The most common option is to get paid in the UK by having your salary paid into your bank account. If you are living in the UK, you will be taxed on the amount you get paid in the UK. If you are living in Iceland, you will be taxed on the amount you get paid in Iceland.
The second most common option is to get paid in the UK by having your salary paid into your bank account.
The third most common option is to get paid in the UK by having your salary paid into your bank account.
The fourth most common option is to get paid in the UK by having your salary paid into your bank account.

How do taxes work in the UK if I’m working remotely for a company the UK?

When working remotely in the UK for a firm based in Iceland, taxes might be tricky, therefore it is very important that you understand how taxes work in the UK if you’re working remotely for a company the UK.

If you are working for a company based in the UK, you are classed as a UK resident, and therefore you will be liable to pay UK tax.

What are the UK tax rates?
If you are a UK resident, the basic rate of tax is 20%. If you are a UK resident working for a company, you are classed as a UK resident, and therefore you will be liable to pay UK tax.
If you are a non-UK resident, the basic rate of tax is 22%. If you are a non-UK resident working for a company, you are classed as a non-UK resident, and therefore you will be liable to pay UK tax.

What are the tax rates for non-UK residents working in the UK?
If you are a non-UK resident working in the UK, you are classed as a non-UK resident, and therefore you will be liable to pay UK tax.