Checklist – What to do before moving to Iceland Do these things before moving to Iceland Obtain Visa (if applicable) Obtain Visa (if applicable) Book flights to Iceland Travel insurance for Iceland Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned date of departure from Iceland (and the Schengen area) - or be prepared to travel back to your country of origin to re-apply for a passport 6 months before it expires. Bank statements to serve as proof of support. See here for amounts: https://utl.is/index.php/en/basic-requirements1#support Update your resume Arrange a place to stay for the first few days after arriving in Iceland Obtain accommodation references from your previous landlords if possible. Obtain references from previous employers if possible. If youโre bringing your pet(s) to Iceland make sure to make arrangements for quarantine. Check here for more information: https://www.mast.is/en/import-export/import-of-live-animals Cancel subscriptions (e.g. gym membership, magazines etc.)