Produced by: Mohsin Shaikh
Headlines claimed Iceland is offering Indians permanent residency for just ₹12,000, sparking widespread excitement and shares on social media.
The ₹12,000 refers only to the standard application fee for permanent residency, converted from 16,000 ISK, not the total cost or a special offer.
Applicants must already have lived legally in Iceland for four years (three if married to a citizen) and meet criteria including income, housing, and healthcare.
Applicants must complete Icelandic language courses or pass a test, ensuring integration into Icelandic society.
This PR route is for existing residents, such as work, student, or family permit holders, not for newcomers directly from India.
The story went viral because it mixed factual fees with misleading headlines, making it appear as an open invitation for Indians.
Even eligible residents face high costs, limited jobs, harsh weather, and language barriers, making relocation demanding.
The idea of “PR for ₹12,000” is clickbait—India-specific invitations do not exist, and the fee applies to all qualified applicants.
Those considering Iceland PR should consult the Icelandic Directorate of Immigration for accurate information and ignore viral exaggerations.