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Directorate of Immigration (Útlendingastofnun)

Administers residence and asylum.

What this authority does

Decides residence and work permits, EEA registrations and asylum claims under the Act on Foreigners, coordinating with the Directorate of Labour on work permits.

Services for the public

  • Residence permits
  • Work permits
  • EEA registration
  • Asylum

Before you contact this authority

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