Relocating in Iceland

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Culture shock

Culture shock One of the most common challenges outsiders face in Iceland is dealing with “culture shock.” Culture shock is a feeling of disorientation many

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Finances & banks

Finances & Banks Mandatory pension The Pension Act No. 129/1997 provides for a mandatory affiliation to the pension fund provided for in the applicable collective

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Healthcare

Healthcare

Healthcare in Iceland Iceland maintains a universal healthcare system, under which all legal residents are covered by the Icelandic social insurance system. Sjukratryggingar Islands (Icelandic

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Elementary education

Elementary education The education system in Iceland is divided into four levels: kindergarten, compulsory, upper secondary and higher, and is similar to that of other

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Renting a home

Renting a home in Iceland Most landlords ask for a deposit plus one month’s rent. The deposit will be refunded when moving out. Alvotech can

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