Living in Portugal while working in Iceland

By Mark 02 June 2022

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

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

  1. The Icelandic company needs to be in a position to pay you a salary in order to qualify for the tax exemption.
  2. The Icelandic company needs to be able to provide you with a tax exemption certificate from the local tax authority.
  3. The Icelandic company needs to be a company that is registered with the Icelandic tax authority, which means that it is taxed at the national level.
  4. The Icelandic company needs to be able to provide you with a tax exemption certificate from the Icelandic tax authority, which means that it is taxed at the national level.

How to find remote work in Iceland while living in Portugal?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Iceland even though you are located in Portugal. For that we need to know the language and the culture of Iceland.

In this article we will learn how to find remote jobs in Iceland while living in Portugal.

Why do you want to work from Iceland?
If you are looking for remote work in Iceland, you should first of all ask yourself why you want to work from Iceland.
Do you have a family in Iceland? Do you have a business there?
Do you want to move there?
If you want to work from Iceland, you should know that you will need a visa to work there.

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

You can get paid in Portugal even if you are working for a company in Iceland, however , you will need to be a resident of Portugal.

If you are a resident of Portugal, you can get paid in Portugal for working remotely for a corporation in Iceland. You can get paid in Portugal even if you are working for a company in Iceland.
You can get paid in Portugal for working remotely for a corporation in Iceland.

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

When working remotely in Portugal for a firm based in Iceland, taxes might be tricky, therefore , it is best to get the advice of an accountant who has experience in the matter.

I have been working remotely for a company based in Iceland for almost a year. I have been working from home and living in Portugal. I have been getting my tax refund through my Icelandic company.