Just as a heads up for anyone watching this who isn't a European citizen, it's not nearly this easy if you're not from Europe, pretty much if you're not from Europe it's only possible to move to Iceland if you're married to an Icelander, a student, or a specialist / expert in a field that there's a shortage of in Iceland like heart surgeon or something.
@@andreaegeapato3510 if you're really determined to move to Iceland or at least spend a few years here, the student route is your best bet. Háskóli Íslands (University of Iceland) has open enrollment especially for programs like learning Icelandic as a second language. You could look into doing a program at University of Iceland for a year or two, and if you want to settle into Iceland in the long run doing the Icelandic as a second language program is a good idea because it'll also make it easier for you to find a job despite not being a European citizen if you can speak decent Icelandic. If nothing else it'll give you a taste of living in the country for a bit so you can really decide if you do want to stay here long term. There are hardships to living in Iceland I think a lot of people aren't aware of before moving here, it's very difficult in the winters here with how dark it is and how harsh the weather is, and Icelandic people are very difficult to talk to and make friends with because Nordic culture is very stand-off-ish and introverted compared to most cultures. If you do a program at University of Iceland for a few years and figure you can withstand the winter, and you're not only not put off by how antisocial Icelandic people are but even able to make some Icelandic friends, then maybe staying here long term might be for you and you might have some luck in finding a job here.
@@andreaegeapato3510 Iceland isn't part of the EU, but it's part of the European Economic Area and Schengen Area, so it's more like citizens of the European Economic Area and Schengen Zone have an easier time getting into Iceland. And even though Iceland isn't part of the European Union because they're part of the European Economic Area they end of having to follow a lot of similar laws and by-laws as the EU because of trade and diplomacy reasons.
@@mollysheehan6829 This is really intriguing to me, thank you for this information. But after you've completed your 1-2 year program at an Icelandic university, would it be easier or the same level of difficulty to find a job in Iceland then? Thanks!
Your spirit is SO beautiful! You remind me of a younger me - just going for what is important to you! I LOVE IT! You are also in one of my favorite places in the world! I LOVE Iceland! It is one of my favorite places in a world! Your accent is BEAUTIFUL and I love to see someone who is not afraid to try! I wish you much success Tabitha! I hope you have had a chance to drive the Ring Road. There are so many beautiful places outside of Reykjavik!
Thank you!! I think I have become more cautious over the past couple of years, but it is those bold leaps that really changed my life for the better - which tells me I have to be brave again. I am not in Iceland now, but one day soon I will drive the ring road.
@@TabithaLaker je me débrouille en anglais je le parle pas bien en fait je suis sénégalaise qui peut venir étudier en Islande mais je ne sais pas où commencer si vous pouvez vraiment aider pour plus d informations gueyekaltom643@gmail.com c'est mon mail si vous le désirez on va parler en mail s il vous plaît aider moi à réaliser mon rêve Merci
You are fabulous. I took a big blind leap early in my life,,,it turned out to be the best thing I ever did. I wish you the best of luck, but you won't need it. You have energy & courage.
I'm from Philippines. Iceland is one of mh favorite place. I found a host family in Iceland and I searched about the requirements. If you are EU citizens you must be 18-27 years old and if you are non EU citizens you must be 18-25 years old. I hope my dreams do come true. 🤗
You are absolutely an adorable and fabulous young woman! Your determination and bravery are so admirable! Please talk about the new job you are transitioning to and friends you are meeting!
Wow talk about just doing it , sometimes it’s the best way , do it with commitment, you were going there no matter what haha ,bit like when I went to Uganda 🇺🇬 , never been overseas before but I just did it as scary and unknown as it was to me , awesome Tabitha ❤️✌🏼
Here's a taste of what's in store for Iceland. Regarding different ethnic groups, here's the latest from Finland: "In the Nordic countries, university admissions work solely on grades, which leaves no room to account for different student contexts. This creates inequality, as it incorrectly assumes everyone to have the same background and opportunities to receive excellent grades. In the interview, Vesa Puuronen agrees that “the Nordic university admissions system does not include any attempts to level inequalities”." So, not due to any fault of native Finns, but simply due to the fact that often different ethnic groups don't integrate well, now native born Finns, with the same or better grades, are going to be passed over in favor of non-native immigrants, or just someone of a different ethnicity. Can you imagine how this would make you feel and your identity as a Finn, when the government forces penalties on one in order to benefit another (done in the USA all the time). It pisses us off! It makes us less empathetic. It makes us distrust the government. Be less civic minded, etc. You create an environment where people become more individualistic and try to protect their own interests, even at the expense of the community. For all you people who think Iceland or Scandinavia is "magical," the "magic" is in an ethnically homogeneous community. (note: it IS possible to have all the good things you want in a society and be ethnically diverse, BUT it is only possible with a common and strong religion, which, is not a reality right now, pretty much anywhere).
@@TabithaLaker ● I totally admire you !!! I have a dream as well, .... maybe in 2020 .... Switzerland, Iceland, Japan !!! Preparing, Trusting, Praying 🙏 !!!
Interesting stuff, thanks for sharing your experience and keep it up dear. Hopefully I'll be there this summer and I may likely want to relocate there. If only I can find my professional job(seamen) but before I will start from scratch first.
You are so beautiful! So happy I am following you. Can you be more specific about what work you wanted to do with the family. Also, what work are you doing in the hotel?
Okay you told us you're interested in Iceland. If you didn't tell us why you wanted to move specifically to just Iceland as opposed to any other European countries such as Norway or Finland.
The main reason was because it was the nature. At the time I really wanted to experience living in a remote(ish) type of place, that was sort of unspoiled land. I saw great opportunity there. I think that sums it up perfectly!
@@TabithaLaker Thank you. You kept saying how much you wanted to live there, but you didn't give the base element, which is unspoiled nature. I've been there (black male from Georgia, USA) before (photography is my passion), but mainly stayed in Reykjavik (I can never spell that right), with a tour of some of the nearby waterfalls. Stayed in a hostel next to the bus terminal, I think. But I'm heading back with a few friends this time, when the weather lightens up, so we can do the 'ring' road. Have you been there long enough now, to make some recommendations as to how we'd explore it, which company to rent the car from, what towns to stay in, beaches and waterfalls to explore and any hotels recommendations for those towns? Oh by the way, I was only black person visible, when I was there. That doesn't bother me, because I've been to Tahiti, Korea, Japan, Australia and Singapore, and found myself as only one of a few black faces. So you popping up on you tube and the other lady, Jewell, are quite a surprise. ....oh now, I see another video saying you left Iceland. Dang. I have relative in Germany, but that has not been on my visit list.
Someone helped connect me with a landlady who I rented a room from, for 7 months or so. Usually word of mouth is quite helpful. Facebook groups are also very helpful, I have found places there. Lastly, there are paid websites such as Leigulistinn that I have used a few times. But don't pay if you just want a room, because there is a major shortage at the moment, there are no rooms available there and they do not give refunds. If you want a whole apartment or house it might be worth paying for access to the website. I hope that helps!
I love your English :) "Everything happen on a Wednesday" .. That is natural in the land of Odin, Wednesday in most Scandinavian countries are named after Odin. ;)
I don't know about the exact ratio/chances, but you do stand a very strong chance with an engineering degree. Contact the companies you are interested in directly and explore the opportunities they have available.
Thank you for this inspiring story! I'm also searching for a job in Reykjavik but I'm not located there. I've sent CVs and had a couple of interviews but nothing yet... I believe is a disadvantage that I'm not located in Reykjavik. Did you have prior experience or studies in Tourism & Hospitality?
My Pleasure! Thanks for watching & Well done for getting interviews. That is the first step. Is it possible for you to go there before securing a job? I didn't have any experience in tourism, but I did have some experience in hospitality and customer service which was perfect for a Hotel Receptionist job. I really hope you can get a job before going, but it will be a little easier if you were physicaly there. You probably already know, but the tourism industry has taken a major hit so jobs aren't as many as before.
Greetings from Greece! Love your video very useful. I am 19 years old and I am looking forward to move in Iceland for a better future and set up my life
Hello. I'm from Ukraine. Trained as a builder and PC operator. He had experience in various fields of activity. Builder (repair of premises for pharmacies in Poland), (Construction of frame houses in Russia). Also I was engaged in graphic design, creating logos and repairing music instruments, professional tuning accordions. Have a driving license of categories B, C, C1 About myself: I'm fond of music, I play drums without bad habits, responsible, not in conflict with the desire to work. I speak and understand a little Polish, I study English. Cześć. Jestem z Ukrainy. Z wykształcenia konstruktor i operator komputerów osobistych. Miał doświadczenie w różnych dziedzinach działalności. Builder (remont lokali aptek w Polsce), (Budowa domów szkieletowych w Rosji). Zajmowałem się również projektowaniem graficznym, tworzeniem logo i naprawą instrumentów muzycznych, profesjonalnym strojeniem akordeonów. Posiadam prawo jazdy kategorii B, C, C1 O mnie: Lubię muzykę, gram na perkusji bez złych nawyków, odpowiedzialna, niekolidująca z chęcią pracy. Mówię i rozumiem trochę po polsku, uczę się angielskiego. Привет. Я из Украины. Обучался на строителя и оператора ПК. Имел опыт работы в самых разнообразных сферах деятельности. Строитель (ремонт помещений под аптеки в Польше), (Постройка каркасных домов в России). Также я занимался графическим дизайном, создание логотипов и ремонтом муз инструментов, профессиональная настройка акордеонов. Имею водительские права категории B,C,C1 О себе: Увлекаюсь музыкой, играю на ударных, без вредных привычек, ответственный не кнфликтный с желанием работать. Немного говорю и понимаю польский, изучаю английский.
Hey Tabitha. Thanks for sharing such a detailed and informative video. Great advice! Ha..i also found the other RU-vidrs video which gave me the idea to apply for jobs in Iceland. I've been in Asia teaching English for two years and plan to get back to Europe around Spring time. I am planning to get started with sending out my resumes and see what comes up in the few months I have left here (Taiwan). Can I ask when you began applying and when you arrived in Iceland? I heard in the other video that a good time to apply is now (Feb) for the jobs starting at the beginning of tourist season. So yeah, just wondered when you applied because it sounds like you had to put some extra effort in after arriving, which is never a bad thing of-course! Cheers (:
I began applying 2 days before I arrived in Iceland - Mid September. I don't know about schools, but it's probably a good idea to contact them directly. You probably will not see a job vacancy listed. All the best :)
@@TabithaLaker Thank you! Ok, now I get why you were on about the cold kicking in, lol! I was in Norway one December-February. So I know the feeling. I think I will skip schools and try out something different (although teaching online is a good fallback). Hotels seems like a good start for sure. Really can't wait to get over there! Can I ask how long you ended up staying? Did you rent your own apartment or get accommodation provided? I'm good either way. Will just need to look into deposits and contracts, etc. Thanks again (:
Milliah kk She said she walked from hotel to hotel asking for jobs. So it might be easier for you to go to Iceland in person and also start tarmaking just like Tabitha did.
Unfortunately I have no experience with helping anyone move from Uganda to Iceland - however, I have met quite a few Ugandans who have came to Iceland for school...I think Iceland and Uganda have a good relationship in that sense. If you are determined to find a job as a Ugandan citizen then you need to have skills/qualifications that are in demand. Go to the Embassy of Iceland in Kampala and they may just be able to give you further tips :)
Walking from hotel to hotel works if you want a job in a hotel - that was a last resort for me. The job I eventually accepted was got trough emailing in first, and being invited for an interview in a reply. By that time I was already in the country. If you want a job in a graphic design studio (for example) you would be better off sending in your portfolio first and introducing yourself and intentions with your move to Iceland. So yes, being in the country definitely helps, but knowing exactly what you want helps even more - Regardless of whether you are in the country or not :)
I believe you can live comfortably with the salary of an electrical engineer. Especially if you are frugal and don't choose the most expensive options available. Feel free to look for jobs available, then contact the individual companies to ask about specific salaries. That way you can get a better idea of the current market. I think this website might also help you: vfi (dot) is
hi... thanks for sharing your expérience.. waaaooooooo à very bave girl.. iam interested in working in the hôtel in iceland as à Waiter or sécurité gaurd.. iam originaly half Kenyan & sudan..i live in France..i speak french . english.. very Well.... merci beaucoup
Hey i really enjoyed you video :) Do you think i can get job in iceland with my qualifications i finished engineering management and my wife is accountant . I did research and i got feeling that there is only physical jobs available there is this the case or i am wrong ? i hope you answer me
Hi Klody, sorry for this late reply. There are many jobs available. You should try checking out the Linkedin, Storf, & Alfred. Many other jobs are found through people you know. You'll be pleased to know the jobs in Iceland are not only physical, however most work environments it is useful to know Icelandic. Perhaps you could reach out to the companies you are interested in and ask them about their requirements? You can use Linkedin or go via their website for that. I like to view job vacancies with Google Chrome as my browser so it's easier to translate to English (if in Icelandic). I hope that helps.
Halo Tabitha, My name is Joey Setiawan from Indonesia. Is it possible for me as Indonesian to get a job in Iceland? i really want it. I am from Farm Family and experience Cleaning Services. Takk Fyrir Tabitha
Hi Tabitha! What steps should I take to move to Iceland? I’m from America and I have a background in healthcare. Im willing to take any job at this point.
You should do some research on this if you serious. As far as I can remember as an American you need to prove you have a skill that is in demand to get a residence permit.Visit Utl.is - best of luck!
syed rafi really? I just searched on google ‘can students work in iceland?’ and instantly got an answer to the question. Are you sure you even looked properly?
Nice and charismatic person thank you for your time and consideration I would like to go there some day I hope you give me some information and advise you know some help thanks again
Sure, I have many videos about Iceland on my channel. If you need more information just ask and I will do my best to answer or direct you to an answer.
Hey I want come to ice land for a PhD but I am really skeptical about job prospects. Are there good jobs atleast with good pay. I write to a university in Iceland and they asked me to apply.
Yes, there are good jobs, but it helps to speak the language, or know someone who can advocate for you, or be absolutely outstanding in your field and know how to present it in a way that appeals to the employer.
I think you can just apply as anyone else - But the position has to be a job that requires expert knowledge and you must prove it with your previous experience and certifications. So you cannot be a bartender or housekeeper - as someone from Europe could.
No idea If anyone will reply but I’m planning on going on a working holiday to Iceland in 2022 I’m from the UK and I’m wondering if anyone has any tips
Hi T want also to work in Iceland. Am a palliative health carer from hospice Africa. Uganda. Can you send me the real website where I can apply. Thanks
Hey, you can try Alfred . is - Use Google chrome to translate the website, click on workplaces and check out the available jobs at the hospital. Or you could search for what you want in Icelandic. Just bear in mind the requirements, as many jobs will require you to speak Icelandic.
Hi Tabitha compliment of the season to you..... My name is Eniola from Nigeria..... What are the chances of me coming to Iceland as a visitor and to also work ,....... Thank you
The main reason why Iceland is considered to be a desireable place to live is that the people tend to not be so individualistic and self-interested at the expense of the community (self-interest is balanced with being civic-minded). The best communties are those where most everyone is civic minded, which is most often the case when a people basically see themselves as part of a large extended family. People tend to, of their own free-will, follow rules and laws, when they feel part of a community. Why would you harm or commit a crime against anyone who with which you feel a strong sense of community? In America's diverse, multi-cultural society, there is NOT a strong sense of community but rather a strong self-interest. If you combine that with a the lack of basic virtue and rule of law, that some segments of American society have, you'll also have increased levels of crime. If other cultures or races immigrate to Iceland, eventually, they'll have the same problems that exist in the US. For all the people who think Iceland is a great place to live because of it's laws, or the land, or it's resources, that's incorrect. IT'S BECAUSE OF IT'S PEOPLE. If you change the people, Iceland as you know it, won't exist anymore. For people who leave other countries to escape the problems that exist in their own country of origin, they're just bringing their problems with them. All you have to do is look to the examples of other Scandinavian countries. Sweden's level of crime has skyrocketed. Ethnic Swedes are becoming less trusting of their government. People are polarizing. Politically, ethnic Swedes are shifting to the far right.
@@TabithaLaker am From Tanzania , here there is No Iceland Embassy can you tell me other country in Africa where i can apply, or you can share with me where have you applied for VISA?
You mean how to study nursing in Africa? I think you will need some high school qualifications for that. My mother studied nursing in Uganda but she had to study again when she came to the UK so I wouldn't really promote that.
@@TabithaLaker thanks for the response, however, I meant the process of registering as Nurse to practice in iceland with the foreign Nursing qualifications from Africa ( I am a nurse trained in Africa now what to work there)
I don't think there is an age limit. But if there is, it will be listed in the job description. Sometimes a specific age range is preferred and it is always stated clearly.
Hey Abena, you can try Facebook groups for accommodation. Just search for ‘leiga’. There are also websites with the same word. You pay for healthcare but can get a refund on some expenses with your workplaces Union, however you usually need to pay upfront if you need any medication or treatment. The moment you arrive, register with a Clinic/ Heilsugæslan place. You will need your social security number.
Hi i planning to visit iceland tru tourist visit.Is it possible that i get i job there and how did u get a kennitala?would pls share for me?thank you so much.
Yes it is possible to get a job. That's reason I am sharing my story in this video. Kennitala you get from the registration office after you have secured a job.
You can do a google search for agencies. I have not tried them, so cannot recommend any in particular. Or you could just go straight to Alfred for jobs.
Bryson Fernandes yes if you have the skills required. Also depends on the job you are going for. I was working as a receptionist which required you to be fluent in English and good at customer service, organisation, etc etc. Whereas if you want to work as a housekeeper you don’t necessarily need to speak English so well. If you want a manager of head office job then of course you need more specific skills. I wouldn’t ready describe it as ‘easily available’ though.
@@TabithaLaker yes i watched your video how much you work hard ..can you guide me with some tips tabi can we keep in connect really your information are valueable
Thanks for sharing your experience with us Plz tell how can i get the job in iceland Am from India and my qualifications are undergraduate BA 2 year Plz tell me is it possible to get a job or not ????
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