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Youth Mobility United Kingdom for Icelanders (2026): requirements, quota and status

Youth mobility

The Youth mobility rules for Iceland passport holders in United Kingdom list a stay of up to 24 months. Verified against UK Home Office / UK Visas and Immigration on 2026-10-01.

Minimum age
18 years when the visa starts

Source for Minimum age

YMS 3.4. The applicant must be aged 18 or over on the date their entry clearance will become valid.
UK Home Office / UK Visas and Immigration — Immigration Rules - Immigration Rules Appendix Youth Mobility Scheme - Guidance - GOV.UK

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Maximum age
30 years when applying

Source for Maximum age

YMS 1.4. An applicant for entry clearance must be: (a) a national of Australia, Canada, New Zealand or the Republic of Korea aged 35 or under on the date of application; or (b) aged 30 or under on the date of application.
UK Home Office / UK Visas and Immigration — Immigration Rules - Immigration Rules Appendix Youth Mobility Scheme - Guidance - GOV.UK

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Stay
Up to 24 months

Source for Stay

YMS 7.1. The applicant will be granted either: (a) entry clearance for up to 2 years;
UK Home Office / UK Visas and Immigration — Immigration Rules - Immigration Rules Appendix Youth Mobility Scheme - Guidance - GOV.UK

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Application fee
GBP 340

Source for Application fee

The application fee is £340.
UK Home Office — Youth Mobility Scheme visa: Overview - GOV.UK

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Proof of funds
GBP 2,530

Source for Proof of funds

YMS 5.1. The applicant must have funds of £ 2,530.
UK Home Office / UK Visas and Immigration — Immigration Rules - Immigration Rules Appendix Youth Mobility Scheme - Guidance - GOV.UK

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Visa application fee

Source for Application fee

The application fee is £340.
UK Home Office — Youth Mobility Scheme visa: Overview - GOV.UK

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Approx. ISK 55,457

Approx. USD 456

Daily reference rates dated 2026-10-30. European Central Bank

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Minimum funds

Source for Proof of funds

YMS 5.1. The applicant must have funds of £ 2,530.
UK Home Office / UK Visas and Immigration — Immigration Rules - Immigration Rules Appendix Youth Mobility Scheme - Guidance - GOV.UK

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Approx. ISK 412,665

Approx. USD 3,390

Daily reference rates dated 2026-10-30. European Central Bank

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Questions answered by the official rules

How do I apply?

Online. Verified on 2026-10-01 against UK Home Office / UK Visas and Immigration.

Source for How to apply

Apply from outside the UK You must apply online for a Youth Mobility Scheme visa.
UK Home Office / UK Visas and Immigration — Youth Mobility Scheme visa: Apply - GOV.UK

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What is the application fee?

GBP 340. Verified on 2026-10-01 against UK Home Office.

Source for Application fee

The application fee is £340.
UK Home Office — Youth Mobility Scheme visa: Overview - GOV.UK

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How much money must I show?

GBP 2,530. Verified on 2026-10-01 against UK Home Office / UK Visas and Immigration.

Source for Proof of funds

YMS 5.1. The applicant must have funds of £ 2,530.
UK Home Office / UK Visas and Immigration — Immigration Rules - Immigration Rules Appendix Youth Mobility Scheme - Guidance - GOV.UK

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How long is the initial stay?

Up to 24 months. Verified on 2026-10-01 against UK Home Office / UK Visas and Immigration.

Source for Stay

YMS 7.1. The applicant will be granted either: (a) entry clearance for up to 2 years;
UK Home Office / UK Visas and Immigration — Immigration Rules - Immigration Rules Appendix Youth Mobility Scheme - Guidance - GOV.UK

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What is the minimum age and when is it assessed?

18 years when the visa starts. Verified on 2026-10-01 against UK Home Office / UK Visas and Immigration.

Source for Minimum age

YMS 3.4. The applicant must be aged 18 or over on the date their entry clearance will become valid.
UK Home Office / UK Visas and Immigration — Immigration Rules - Immigration Rules Appendix Youth Mobility Scheme - Guidance - GOV.UK

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What is the maximum age and when is it assessed?

30 years when applying. Verified on 2026-10-01 against UK Home Office / UK Visas and Immigration.

Source for Maximum age

YMS 1.4. An applicant for entry clearance must be: (a) a national of Australia, Canada, New Zealand or the Republic of Korea aged 35 or under on the date of application; or (b) aged 30 or under on the date of application.
UK Home Office / UK Visas and Immigration — Immigration Rules - Immigration Rules Appendix Youth Mobility Scheme - Guidance - GOV.UK

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Last change on October 1, 2026

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    • Verified evidence added: Maximum age
    • Verified evidence added: Minimum age
    • Verified evidence added: How to apply
    • Verified evidence added: Application fee
    • Verified evidence added: Required funds
    • Verified evidence added: Funds holding period
    • Verified evidence added: Annual health surcharge
    • Verified evidence added: Initial stay
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