Can Filippinos Travel to Iceland without Visas?
I am planning a weekend getaway to Iceland. He is from the Philippines, but working in the U.S. He has permanent residency status. Does he still need to apply for a visa to travel to Iceland or will his passport suffice?
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Citizens of the following countries can stay for up to 90 days in Iceland without a visa. Andorra Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Bolivia Brazil Bulgaria Canada Chile Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Ecuador Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Guatemala Holy See Honduras Hong Kong Hungary Ireland Israel Italy Japan Latvia Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Macao Malaysia Malta Mexico Monaco Netherlands New Zealand Nicaragua Norway Panama Paraguay Poland Portugal El Salvador San Marino Singapore Slovakia Slovenia South Korea Spain Sweden Switzerland United Kingdom (incl. Bermuda, Turks- and Caicos Islands, Cayman Islands, Anguilla, Montserrat, British Virgin Islands, St. Helena, Falkland Islands, Brunei and Gibraltar) United States Uruguay Venezuela ONLY IF YOU ARE HOLDING US PASSPORT, THEN YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO HAVE ICELAND VISA 1.For which countries is a Schengen visa valid? 1. Who requires a visa? Whether a prospective visitor requires a visa depends on his nationality and how long he intends to stay in the Netherlands. Nationals of many countries require a visa for an uninterrupted stay of up to three months. Countries whose nationals need a visa for a stay of under three months Afghanistan Albania Algeria Angola Antigua and Barbuda Armenia Azerbaijan Bahamas Bahrain Bangladesh Barbados Belarus Belize Benin BhutanBolivia*Bosnia-Hercegovina Botswana Burma (see Myanmar) Burkina Faso Burundi Cambodia Cameroon Cape Verde Islands Central African Fepublic Chad China (People's Republic) Colombia Comoros Congo (Democratic Republic) Congo (Brazzaville) Côte d'Ivoire Cuba Djibouti Dominica Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt Equatorial Guinea Eritrea Ethiopia Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro) Fiji Islands Gabon GambiaGeorgia Ghana Grenada Guinea Guinea-Bissau Guyana Haiti India Indonesia Iran Iraq Jamaica Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kyrgystan Kiribati Kuwait Laos Lebanon Lesotho Liberia Libya Macedonia Madagascar Malawi Maldives Mali Marshall Islands Mauritania Mauritius Micronesia Moldavia Mongolia Morocco Mozambique Myanmar (formerly Burma) Namibia Nauru Nepal Niger Nigeria Northern Marianas (Islands) North KoreaOman Pakistan Palau Papua New Guinea Peru Philipines Qatar Russian Federation Rwanda Saint Kitts and Nevis Saint Lucia Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Salomon Islands São Tomé and Principe Saudi Arabia Senegal Seychelles Sierra Leone Somalia South Africa Sri Lanka Sudan Suriname Swaziland Syria Tajikistan Taiwan* Tanzania Thailand Togo Tonga Trinidad and Tobago Tunisia Turkey Turkmenistan Tuvalu Uganda Ukraine United Arab Emirates Uzbekistan Vanuatu Vietnam West Samoa Yemen Zambia Zimbabwe * Nationals of Bolivia will require a visa as per April 1st 2007. * The Kingdom of the Netherlands does not recognise Taiwan as a sovereign state and recognises Taiwanese passports as travel documents only. Countries whose nationals do not require a visa for a stay of three months or less Andorra Argentina Austria Australia Bolivia* Brazil Brunei Bulgaria Canada Chile Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark El Salvador Estonia Finland FranceGermany (Federal Republic) Greece Guatemala Honduras Hungary Iceland Ireland Israel Italy Japan Liechtenstein Lithuania Malaysia Malta Mexico Monaco New Zealand Nicaragua NorwayPanama Paraguay Poland Portugal Romania San Marino Singapore Slovakia Slovenia South Korea Spain Sweden Switzerland United Kingdom United States of America Uruguay Vatican City Venezuela * Nationals of Bolivia will require a visa as per April 1st, 2007. 2. I have more than one nationality. Do I require a visa? If you have more than one nationality, whether you require a visa depends on which travel document you intend to travel on. If it is a passport of a country whose nationals require a visa, you will also require a visa even if you have another nationality for which no visa is required. The country in which you are residing is irrelevant to whether you require a visa, although you must be residing legally in the country in which you submit your application. 3. Do I require a visa with a travel document a third country? Yes. Persons with travel documents for aliens and refugees issued by third countries always require a visa no matter what their nationality or which country issued these documents. An exception is made for refugees with travel documents issued by 16 European countries: Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Nationals of certain countries also require an airport transit visa to change aircraft at a Dutch airport, even though they do not actually enter Dutch territory. Countries whose nationals need an airport transit visa Afghanistan Angola BangladeshColombiaDR Congo EritreaEthiopia Gambia Ghana Guinea Iran IraqNigeria Pakistan Sierra Leone SudanSomaliaSri LankaSyria 4. I want to stay for longer than three months. To stay for an uninterrupted period of more than three months, you will require a special visa called an authorisation for temporary stay (MVV). Such a visa is required by the nationals of all countries except the EU member states and a few other countries. Countries whose nationals do not need an MVV for a stay of over three months AustraliaAustriaBelgium BulgariaCanadaCyprus DenmarkEstoniaFinland FranceGermanyGreece HungaryIcelandIreland ItalyJapanLatvia LiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourg MaltaMonacoNew Zealand NorwayPolandPortugal RumaniaSloveniaSlovakia SpainSwedenSwitzerland Tjech RepublicUnited KingdomUnited States 5. For which countries is a Schengen visa valid? On 26 March 1995, the Convention applying the Schengen Agreement came into force in seven countries. Since then, more countries have joined the Schengen Area. There are now 15 Schengen countries, with no border controls between them: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, and S weden. Visitors to any one of these countries receive a uniform visa valid for travel to all 15 of them. The Schengen countries have also harmonised their conditions for entry and their policy on countries whose nationals require a visa to visit the Schengen Area. Some visitors are permitted to enter the territory of only one Schengen country or a limited number of them (such as the Netherlands or the Benelux countries). A Schengen country may issue such a visitor with a visa valid only for that country or for a specified number of Schengen countries. LINK: www.minbuza.nl/en/welcome/comingtoNL,visas_
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A Philippine passport holder requires a visa to visit Iceland. Permanent Residency status does not make him American (yet).**
Monday, December 21, 2009
Monday, December 14, 2009
Is this such a terrible baby name
Is this such a terrible baby name?
Me and my boyfriend are having a baby in July. Although both our families are thrilled for us and can't wait for him to be born, they're not so pleased with our choice of name. We're facing a lot of criticism from friends and family for wanting to call our baby boy Sindri, which is an Icelandic name. I worked in Iceland for a while and liked the name then, my boyfriend also loves the name but everyone says he'll be teased and its just a stupid name, which I think is quite hurtful!! Is it really so awful?
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Use it as a middle name. It is weird.
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GO WITH YOUR HEART GURL!
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Noo! It's a lovely name! Icelandic names are really cool and I think Sindri is cute : ) ıts your chıld not your parents!!
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yes, that is horrible. don't do that to your child
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I think it sounds nice !!! At least it wont be too common anyway! xxx
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Im also facing the fact that nobody likes the name my partner and i like. but in the end, its our child. People get use to any name you choose, i think anyway. So go for it. x
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i think its cute but maybe better as a middle name?? but i think you should do whatever you want, so if its what you want you should go for it! i dont think he will be teased or bullied at all for it.
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please dont name you're kid that. unles you want him to be made fun of for the rest of his life....
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It's your child so your decision. There's always going to be someone who doesn't like any baby name that you choose, that's what makes life interesting. Personally I think it's a really cool name. I'm getting sick and tired of this baby name business, it's taken 19 weeks for me and my husband to agree on a boys name we both like, then I have to run it past my mother who thinks she has a right to choose. We finally all agreed that we love Gabriel and my step son sticks his nose in and says it's vile and my child will get teased and called gay! I say 'tough SH*T, if it's a boy he's Gabriel lol. Just a girls name to choose now lmao. Stick with Sindri, it's cool and unique and most of all he's your baby boy :)
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Is your baby, not theirs... and if you and your boyfriend love it, don't let anyone change your mind. I think is really cute an unique...Good Luck!
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I think it has a nice ring to it, and it's unique! You never know, it may become popular in a few years due to people hearing it. I remember the first time I heard the name 'Gage' I thought it was weird and awful, but look how many people are naming their baby boy Gage- that's just one example. Sindri sounds nice plus it has cultural roots- don't worry about what your family thinks, the name will grow on them too. My husband insisted on naming our last daughter Thessaly, which I had never heard of. My family would have been relentless but we didn't tell anyone her name until after she was born. Now I hear nothing but compliments about her name wherever we go, and she's proud of her name!
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Well I believe it's your child so it's your decision. But personally I think it isn't a grreat name, and I would be with your family on that. It's up to you, but I have to agree that teasing will probably occur.
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I think an awful lot of people will assume he's a girl. Maybe as a middle name? Plus, the obvious nickname is Sin, which is...kinda unfortunate.
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If Sindri means a lot to you and you both love the name then I would use it. What does it mean? Oh it is a mythical dwarf - Old Norse. I like the sound of it. Team it with a traditional, masculine name that maybe even has a connection to the family or is popular in Scandinavia too: Sindri Frederick Sindri Alexander Sindri Barnabas Sindri Jonathon Sindri Nicholas Sindri James Sindri Johan
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LOVE IT!!! I would tell everyone that youll wait to make a final decision until you meet him, that way they'll leave you alone!!
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ur bby ur choice
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Sindri sounds girly.
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It might sound OK on an Icelandic child but of you're not Icelandic it will sound pretty odd, especially with an English surname. It sounds quite feminine which is probably why people think he might be teased. I would use it as a middle name rather than a first name.
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Sindri means the one who shines or radiates. I find it beautiful :)
Me and my boyfriend are having a baby in July. Although both our families are thrilled for us and can't wait for him to be born, they're not so pleased with our choice of name. We're facing a lot of criticism from friends and family for wanting to call our baby boy Sindri, which is an Icelandic name. I worked in Iceland for a while and liked the name then, my boyfriend also loves the name but everyone says he'll be teased and its just a stupid name, which I think is quite hurtful!! Is it really so awful?
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Use it as a middle name. It is weird.
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GO WITH YOUR HEART GURL!
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Noo! It's a lovely name! Icelandic names are really cool and I think Sindri is cute : ) ıts your chıld not your parents!!
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yes, that is horrible. don't do that to your child
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I think it sounds nice !!! At least it wont be too common anyway! xxx
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Im also facing the fact that nobody likes the name my partner and i like. but in the end, its our child. People get use to any name you choose, i think anyway. So go for it. x
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i think its cute but maybe better as a middle name?? but i think you should do whatever you want, so if its what you want you should go for it! i dont think he will be teased or bullied at all for it.
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please dont name you're kid that. unles you want him to be made fun of for the rest of his life....
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It's your child so your decision. There's always going to be someone who doesn't like any baby name that you choose, that's what makes life interesting. Personally I think it's a really cool name. I'm getting sick and tired of this baby name business, it's taken 19 weeks for me and my husband to agree on a boys name we both like, then I have to run it past my mother who thinks she has a right to choose. We finally all agreed that we love Gabriel and my step son sticks his nose in and says it's vile and my child will get teased and called gay! I say 'tough SH*T, if it's a boy he's Gabriel lol. Just a girls name to choose now lmao. Stick with Sindri, it's cool and unique and most of all he's your baby boy :)
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Is your baby, not theirs... and if you and your boyfriend love it, don't let anyone change your mind. I think is really cute an unique...Good Luck!
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I think it has a nice ring to it, and it's unique! You never know, it may become popular in a few years due to people hearing it. I remember the first time I heard the name 'Gage' I thought it was weird and awful, but look how many people are naming their baby boy Gage- that's just one example. Sindri sounds nice plus it has cultural roots- don't worry about what your family thinks, the name will grow on them too. My husband insisted on naming our last daughter Thessaly, which I had never heard of. My family would have been relentless but we didn't tell anyone her name until after she was born. Now I hear nothing but compliments about her name wherever we go, and she's proud of her name!
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Well I believe it's your child so it's your decision. But personally I think it isn't a grreat name, and I would be with your family on that. It's up to you, but I have to agree that teasing will probably occur.
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I think an awful lot of people will assume he's a girl. Maybe as a middle name? Plus, the obvious nickname is Sin, which is...kinda unfortunate.
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If Sindri means a lot to you and you both love the name then I would use it. What does it mean? Oh it is a mythical dwarf - Old Norse. I like the sound of it. Team it with a traditional, masculine name that maybe even has a connection to the family or is popular in Scandinavia too: Sindri Frederick Sindri Alexander Sindri Barnabas Sindri Jonathon Sindri Nicholas Sindri James Sindri Johan
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LOVE IT!!! I would tell everyone that youll wait to make a final decision until you meet him, that way they'll leave you alone!!
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ur bby ur choice
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Sindri sounds girly.
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It might sound OK on an Icelandic child but of you're not Icelandic it will sound pretty odd, especially with an English surname. It sounds quite feminine which is probably why people think he might be teased. I would use it as a middle name rather than a first name.
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Sindri means the one who shines or radiates. I find it beautiful :)
Monday, December 7, 2009
Moving/working in norway/iceland/ new zealand
Moving/working in norway/iceland/ new zealand?
Say I want to keep life simple, primitive and rural. Say that I've always been enthralled by the landscapes of New Zealand, Norway and Iceland and would do anything to move there and live a quiet life. Understand that I am sick of the fast-paced life here in the U.S. and want nothing more than to enjoy the wild and embrace friendly people and a new culture. Know too, that I am taking a "break" from school to determine what I really want to do with my life. With that said I am working an average, low-income job and would rather be happy somewhere else doing something I love. I most enjoy the prospect of a strenuous out of doors profession like farming, fishing, logging or preserving the land (like a forest ranger). I was curious if anyone knows of any source I can go to about pursuing such a dream. Be it a book, website, person, or community I would appreciate your input. As stated in the title, I wish to move to Norway, Iceland or New Zealand. I don't suppose it's easy to just get up and leave to become a fisherman in the fjords of Scandinavia with my fiancee....but that is my desire... Anyone with me or can help me?
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I'm looking for something very similar and unfortunately don't have a good answer. I'm a college age kid and work as a cook and lately I've been thinking that if I'm barely going to make any money I might as well do it in a place where I'm exited to be. I was told about an american girl who has worked in morocco, paris, greece, and belgium as a waitress, as english speakers are desired for hospitality/service jobs in tourist areas world wide. She found these openings online before even leaving, but I haven't been able to find a good site that lists openings like that. I just posted a question asking about good overseas employment sites so take a look at mine hopefully someone with some insight or experience will post something, and I'll keep an eye on yours. http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AsTuwAbinVjVqLLpacpzCG3ty6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20110319011453AA3KgZj
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I don't know about New Zealand and Iceland, but I know about Norway. I assume you're a US citizen and don't have an EU passport. Citizens of the EU are free to live and work in Norway because of the EEA agreement. The options for you is to maybe apply for a job in Norway, and then your job might fix you a temporary work visa. This is an alternative if you have a special skill that might be valuable for Norway. The other alternative is to become a student and apply for a student visa. I see you wrote that you're taking a break from school, but there are great universities and colleges in Norway. They are free for Norwegians, but I think you have to pay if you are American. To summarize here, I gave you some alternatives here, but I don't know whether they apply for you. Norway has strict immigration rules, and it may be a challenge for you to get here and live here. I can make this clear, you cannot just move here. A lot of arrangements must be made and requirements met. I recommend you to check the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration's website which I have linked on the bottom of this message. Most of Europe I think have the same requirements, but I am not completely sure. New Zealand I don't know. http://www.udi.no/Norwegian-Directorate-of-Immigration/ www.finn.no (Jobs in Norway)
Say I want to keep life simple, primitive and rural. Say that I've always been enthralled by the landscapes of New Zealand, Norway and Iceland and would do anything to move there and live a quiet life. Understand that I am sick of the fast-paced life here in the U.S. and want nothing more than to enjoy the wild and embrace friendly people and a new culture. Know too, that I am taking a "break" from school to determine what I really want to do with my life. With that said I am working an average, low-income job and would rather be happy somewhere else doing something I love. I most enjoy the prospect of a strenuous out of doors profession like farming, fishing, logging or preserving the land (like a forest ranger). I was curious if anyone knows of any source I can go to about pursuing such a dream. Be it a book, website, person, or community I would appreciate your input. As stated in the title, I wish to move to Norway, Iceland or New Zealand. I don't suppose it's easy to just get up and leave to become a fisherman in the fjords of Scandinavia with my fiancee....but that is my desire... Anyone with me or can help me?
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I'm looking for something very similar and unfortunately don't have a good answer. I'm a college age kid and work as a cook and lately I've been thinking that if I'm barely going to make any money I might as well do it in a place where I'm exited to be. I was told about an american girl who has worked in morocco, paris, greece, and belgium as a waitress, as english speakers are desired for hospitality/service jobs in tourist areas world wide. She found these openings online before even leaving, but I haven't been able to find a good site that lists openings like that. I just posted a question asking about good overseas employment sites so take a look at mine hopefully someone with some insight or experience will post something, and I'll keep an eye on yours. http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AsTuwAbinVjVqLLpacpzCG3ty6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20110319011453AA3KgZj
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I don't know about New Zealand and Iceland, but I know about Norway. I assume you're a US citizen and don't have an EU passport. Citizens of the EU are free to live and work in Norway because of the EEA agreement. The options for you is to maybe apply for a job in Norway, and then your job might fix you a temporary work visa. This is an alternative if you have a special skill that might be valuable for Norway. The other alternative is to become a student and apply for a student visa. I see you wrote that you're taking a break from school, but there are great universities and colleges in Norway. They are free for Norwegians, but I think you have to pay if you are American. To summarize here, I gave you some alternatives here, but I don't know whether they apply for you. Norway has strict immigration rules, and it may be a challenge for you to get here and live here. I can make this clear, you cannot just move here. A lot of arrangements must be made and requirements met. I recommend you to check the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration's website which I have linked on the bottom of this message. Most of Europe I think have the same requirements, but I am not completely sure. New Zealand I don't know. http://www.udi.no/Norwegian-Directorate-of-Immigration/ www.finn.no (Jobs in Norway)
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
How much would it cost to live in iceland monthly
How much would it cost to live in iceland monthly?
I am planning on taking my honeymoon in iceland and staying for about a month, and potentially moving there afterwards if I could arrange all the work and residence permits. I would like to know how much the cost of living is monthly there with the falling economy. Thank you.
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I am guessing you are from outside the EU based on your other questions, if this is incorrect then let me know and I will edit my answer. The falling economy hasn't changed prices much within Iceland, only the rate of conversion with other currencies. In fact, prices have risen in many instances. The cheapest you can get a small 1-bedroom flat in central Reykjavik is about 100.000kr, which is almost $900 at current conversion rates. I would say minimum cost of living is 2 or 3 times that, unless you live rural. Food is very expensive. With the current job market, it won't be easy to arrange a work permit unless you have highly qualified, specialized skills. You can also get a work permit if there is a labour shortage (unlikely, with unemployment rising to near 6%). Without speaking Icelandic, it will be difficult to get any sort of work. http://www.utl.is/english/residence-permits/outside-the-eea/workpermit/ Unless you are self-employed with a stable, reliable career, now is probably not the time to move to Iceland. Immigrants are leaving in droves because there's no work and no money, and I've seen an increase in the number of Icelandic immigrants here in Norway lately. Prices are skyrocketing, and while it is cheaper for foreigners now than previously, it's still very expensive. A decent restaurant dinner costs at minimum $15-30. If you need a comparison, costs have dropped from maybe Oslo prices to Dublin prices. It's still comparable or more expensive than NYC.
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It's cheap couse you can get more icelandic coins for an dollar than year ago and icelandic wares haven't gone up. only wares from other countries gone up. so if you buy icelandic wares you stay cheap. but it's expensive for us icelanders to live here
I am planning on taking my honeymoon in iceland and staying for about a month, and potentially moving there afterwards if I could arrange all the work and residence permits. I would like to know how much the cost of living is monthly there with the falling economy. Thank you.
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I am guessing you are from outside the EU based on your other questions, if this is incorrect then let me know and I will edit my answer. The falling economy hasn't changed prices much within Iceland, only the rate of conversion with other currencies. In fact, prices have risen in many instances. The cheapest you can get a small 1-bedroom flat in central Reykjavik is about 100.000kr, which is almost $900 at current conversion rates. I would say minimum cost of living is 2 or 3 times that, unless you live rural. Food is very expensive. With the current job market, it won't be easy to arrange a work permit unless you have highly qualified, specialized skills. You can also get a work permit if there is a labour shortage (unlikely, with unemployment rising to near 6%). Without speaking Icelandic, it will be difficult to get any sort of work. http://www.utl.is/english/residence-permits/outside-the-eea/workpermit/ Unless you are self-employed with a stable, reliable career, now is probably not the time to move to Iceland. Immigrants are leaving in droves because there's no work and no money, and I've seen an increase in the number of Icelandic immigrants here in Norway lately. Prices are skyrocketing, and while it is cheaper for foreigners now than previously, it's still very expensive. A decent restaurant dinner costs at minimum $15-30. If you need a comparison, costs have dropped from maybe Oslo prices to Dublin prices. It's still comparable or more expensive than NYC.
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It's cheap couse you can get more icelandic coins for an dollar than year ago and icelandic wares haven't gone up. only wares from other countries gone up. so if you buy icelandic wares you stay cheap. but it's expensive for us icelanders to live here
Saturday, November 21, 2009
What are the steps i need to take to work as a Pharmacy Technician in another country
What are the steps i need to take to work as a Pharmacy Technician in another country?
well i am currently attending college to be a pharmacy technician and i do plan to work in the US for a little while, but i would eventually like to relocate to a different country to work. i haven't decided which country at the moment; possible canada, iceland, england, or some other European country. would i have to take an exam for that particular country or how does it work?
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It is possible that you would have to take an exam to work in another country. Usually you have to submit your credentials and they will evaluate them and then tell you what you need to do to become qualified in that country. You also need to determine if it is even possible to work in that country, whether it is possible to get a work permit to work in that field. Not all professions are eligible for work permits in all countries, so that is something else you would need to check. Usually you would also have to pass a medical clearance and in some cases a background check.
well i am currently attending college to be a pharmacy technician and i do plan to work in the US for a little while, but i would eventually like to relocate to a different country to work. i haven't decided which country at the moment; possible canada, iceland, england, or some other European country. would i have to take an exam for that particular country or how does it work?
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It is possible that you would have to take an exam to work in another country. Usually you have to submit your credentials and they will evaluate them and then tell you what you need to do to become qualified in that country. You also need to determine if it is even possible to work in that country, whether it is possible to get a work permit to work in that field. Not all professions are eligible for work permits in all countries, so that is something else you would need to check. Usually you would also have to pass a medical clearance and in some cases a background check.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Drivers License From Country to Country
Drivers License From Country to Country ?
Will my Drivers License from Iceland work in the U.S. ? or will i have to take it again in the U.S. ?
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To be honest I am not sure but in the UK you can use a UK licence all around the world.
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It varies from state to state, most places if you establish a residency here then you have to obtain a liscense within 30 - 45 days to be compliant with the law.
Will my Drivers License from Iceland work in the U.S. ? or will i have to take it again in the U.S. ?
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To be honest I am not sure but in the UK you can use a UK licence all around the world.
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It varies from state to state, most places if you establish a residency here then you have to obtain a liscense within 30 - 45 days to be compliant with the law.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Is Iceland PROOF that Liberatrian Conservatism cant work
Is Iceland PROOF that Liberatrian Conservatism cant work?
They had even a bigger banking disaster than we did because they completely deregulated them in the 1990 with Friedman's Libertarian advice and philosophy. They completely collapsed rtecently sending Iceland into a bottonmless abyss of debt which it will never get out of. What facts Quirky? Google it then. It all started in the 80's when Friedman came to lecture in Iceland. They bit the apple. Trader boy. The Federal housing program started in the 1940's. It was Wall Street that started buying up trillions in Liar Loans to sell around the globe. LEARN YOUR FACTS!
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I'm not from Iceland so im not 100% familiar with their economy like you are. They must've had a government, and fannie mae, and freddie mac type entities to deregulate the whole shebang. But thats socialism, not libertarian conservatism.
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I don't know about Iceland, but if you think here in the US we melted down due to no regulation of banks than you couldn't find your ass with both hands. Banks used to give mortgage loans based on the strength of your personal finances. Then the democrats came along with the democratization of credit, and now we're where we are. Which is a once safe place to invest, the housing market, decimated by social engineering.
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No, currently the US is going bankrupt. States are on the verge of collapse. Have you not heard. You have come to a conclusion based on your bias ideology. Any type of government that is irresponsible and does not live within their means, will meet it's fiscal doom. Your seeing it all over the globe.
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Are you fucking serious? Must be a good troll if not. Social democracy, Central Banking = Libertarian Conservatism You're hilarious. -- Hey. Hey. Is Hong Kong proof that Libertarian Conservatism can work?
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It seems to me as the white population of the US declines due to low birth rate, and non-white populations increase due to their higher birth rates, that the economy will get worse, and lead to racial conflicts, as well as CIVIL WAR. Anyone with over half a brain knows that the US needs a large white majority population to stay a first world country, and avoid looming racial conflicts and escalating crime. So do white Americans care about the US staying a first world majority country by unifying now (like the Japanese), or are they willing to accept defeat and see diversity, increasing crime, a declining white population, and increasing non-white populations turn the US into a 3rd world country? I just think white people’s compassion and lack of wanting their own white area, coupled with forced non-white integration will be a huge reason that will lead to the downfall of the US. Cries of racism will not stop the truth from happening. In fact, cries of racism are preventing the truth from being exposed and prevailing. PC talk is destroying the US by denying people the right to debate the facts. People are stupid if they ignore facts supported by evidence. Example. IQ affects economy. Around the world, the average IQ for East Asians centers around 106; for Whites, about 100; and for Blacks about 85 in the U.S. and 70 in sub-Saharan Africa. http://www.amerika.org/darwinism/iq-and-the-wealth-of-nations/ So how the hell can an increasing black population and decreasing white population benefit the USA? How can affirmative action and quotas benefit the USA? If you think forced diversity is ok, prove how the benefits of diversity outweigh the negatives. It seems to me diversity only benefits non-whites. People say race is not important to economy. Ever seen a first world majority black country, or a black country with low crime rates? Britain, France, Germany, the US, Canada, Australia, and Russia are experiencing racial backlashes and escalating crime rates that will reach boiling point soon as whites realize diversity only benefits non-whites. These countries were utopias 30 years ago. You don't see countries like Japan allowing millions of illegal aliens or blacks flooding their countries. Only whites are dumb enough to do that. Evidence clearly points to a lack of racial consciousness in whites that will eventually lead to the decline of white civilization through declining white numbers, and racial mixing. The media is obviously largely responsible for promoting diversity, and we know ‘the chosen ones’ control the media. Diversity is a non-white policy. It only benefits non-whites. Most non-whites are dysfunctional in a white society.
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No, but Obama's plan will collapse our whole economy not just our banks. There is more to the collapse of Iceland's banks and their economy then deregulation, you should learn your facts and stop the senseless liberal spin.
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Under the 4 years liberals ran the country look at us BANKRUPT. Liberalism has never worked any where it's been. Conservatism has worked in this country and will work again to get us out of this liberal BLACK HOLE.
They had even a bigger banking disaster than we did because they completely deregulated them in the 1990 with Friedman's Libertarian advice and philosophy. They completely collapsed rtecently sending Iceland into a bottonmless abyss of debt which it will never get out of. What facts Quirky? Google it then. It all started in the 80's when Friedman came to lecture in Iceland. They bit the apple. Trader boy. The Federal housing program started in the 1940's. It was Wall Street that started buying up trillions in Liar Loans to sell around the globe. LEARN YOUR FACTS!
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I'm not from Iceland so im not 100% familiar with their economy like you are. They must've had a government, and fannie mae, and freddie mac type entities to deregulate the whole shebang. But thats socialism, not libertarian conservatism.
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I don't know about Iceland, but if you think here in the US we melted down due to no regulation of banks than you couldn't find your ass with both hands. Banks used to give mortgage loans based on the strength of your personal finances. Then the democrats came along with the democratization of credit, and now we're where we are. Which is a once safe place to invest, the housing market, decimated by social engineering.
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No, currently the US is going bankrupt. States are on the verge of collapse. Have you not heard. You have come to a conclusion based on your bias ideology. Any type of government that is irresponsible and does not live within their means, will meet it's fiscal doom. Your seeing it all over the globe.
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Are you fucking serious? Must be a good troll if not. Social democracy, Central Banking = Libertarian Conservatism You're hilarious. -- Hey. Hey. Is Hong Kong proof that Libertarian Conservatism can work?
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It seems to me as the white population of the US declines due to low birth rate, and non-white populations increase due to their higher birth rates, that the economy will get worse, and lead to racial conflicts, as well as CIVIL WAR. Anyone with over half a brain knows that the US needs a large white majority population to stay a first world country, and avoid looming racial conflicts and escalating crime. So do white Americans care about the US staying a first world majority country by unifying now (like the Japanese), or are they willing to accept defeat and see diversity, increasing crime, a declining white population, and increasing non-white populations turn the US into a 3rd world country? I just think white people’s compassion and lack of wanting their own white area, coupled with forced non-white integration will be a huge reason that will lead to the downfall of the US. Cries of racism will not stop the truth from happening. In fact, cries of racism are preventing the truth from being exposed and prevailing. PC talk is destroying the US by denying people the right to debate the facts. People are stupid if they ignore facts supported by evidence. Example. IQ affects economy. Around the world, the average IQ for East Asians centers around 106; for Whites, about 100; and for Blacks about 85 in the U.S. and 70 in sub-Saharan Africa. http://www.amerika.org/darwinism/iq-and-the-wealth-of-nations/ So how the hell can an increasing black population and decreasing white population benefit the USA? How can affirmative action and quotas benefit the USA? If you think forced diversity is ok, prove how the benefits of diversity outweigh the negatives. It seems to me diversity only benefits non-whites. People say race is not important to economy. Ever seen a first world majority black country, or a black country with low crime rates? Britain, France, Germany, the US, Canada, Australia, and Russia are experiencing racial backlashes and escalating crime rates that will reach boiling point soon as whites realize diversity only benefits non-whites. These countries were utopias 30 years ago. You don't see countries like Japan allowing millions of illegal aliens or blacks flooding their countries. Only whites are dumb enough to do that. Evidence clearly points to a lack of racial consciousness in whites that will eventually lead to the decline of white civilization through declining white numbers, and racial mixing. The media is obviously largely responsible for promoting diversity, and we know ‘the chosen ones’ control the media. Diversity is a non-white policy. It only benefits non-whites. Most non-whites are dysfunctional in a white society.
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No, but Obama's plan will collapse our whole economy not just our banks. There is more to the collapse of Iceland's banks and their economy then deregulation, you should learn your facts and stop the senseless liberal spin.
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Under the 4 years liberals ran the country look at us BANKRUPT. Liberalism has never worked any where it's been. Conservatism has worked in this country and will work again to get us out of this liberal BLACK HOLE.
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Do you recommend I should write a letter to the ambassador of Iceland
Do you recommend I should write a letter to the ambassador of Iceland?
I am currently a junior in high school in Minnesota and I am planning on moving to Iceland after college, should I write a letter to the ambassador of Iceland? I think that the letter would include questions pertaining to working and renting an apartment in Iceland and that sort of stuff...Do you think I should write this letter?
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yes
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No...there are plenty of ways to obtain the info you want. I am sure this is NOT the kind of work the ambassador does and he would just pass it on to some assistant to write to you. They would most likely tell you to think creatively and look up the info on the internet and on the embassy website. The embassy is your best source of info..that is one of their main responsibilities. It would be wise to learn the visa requirements, what jobs are avail there, what yu should take in college to qualify for those jobs. Look up the Embassy of Iceland to the U.S. and do research on Iceland on the internet. You have several years to make your plans...which could change by that time.
I am currently a junior in high school in Minnesota and I am planning on moving to Iceland after college, should I write a letter to the ambassador of Iceland? I think that the letter would include questions pertaining to working and renting an apartment in Iceland and that sort of stuff...Do you think I should write this letter?
Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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yes
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No...there are plenty of ways to obtain the info you want. I am sure this is NOT the kind of work the ambassador does and he would just pass it on to some assistant to write to you. They would most likely tell you to think creatively and look up the info on the internet and on the embassy website. The embassy is your best source of info..that is one of their main responsibilities. It would be wise to learn the visa requirements, what jobs are avail there, what yu should take in college to qualify for those jobs. Look up the Embassy of Iceland to the U.S. and do research on Iceland on the internet. You have several years to make your plans...which could change by that time.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Does Proactiv work for a teenage girl and is it worth trying
Does Proactiv work for a teenage girl and is it worth trying ? :)?
I am 15 years old girl and I have pretty much acne on my back, chest and little bit on face :( you might think that It doesn't matter because it is not that much on the face BUT i do ballet so on practices you see most of my back and all chest ! I hate it and I feel seriously bad.. And yes I have tried allot of things ! for example: no sugar, I take shower every day, I have tried many shampoos and allot more but it doesn't work ! then some people were saying that Proactiv really works so I went to buy it but is is really expensive here in Iceland ! I work in grocery store on Saturdays to try to be able to go on summer vacation this summer and if I buy proactiv and it doesn't work I will be disappointed spending all that money :( someone please help I don't know what to do and I have ballet practice everyday so I'm dying here ! :(
Other - Skin & Body - 4 Answers
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Proactiv made me break out worse than ever. It is very harsh on your skin. As far as the back and chest acne, sometimes that can just be irritants like your conditioner in the shower. Next time you shower, try washing your hair and then clipping it up and thoroughly cleansing your back and chest. Also, make sure you do not get products that you use in your hair like hairspray on your skin.
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Do not get Proactive because all it does is dry out your skin and the pimples only go away for like a week and come back. I would suggest to try to use natural products that help get rid of acne and just eat healthy and drink a lot of water good luck
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Everybody's skin is different so you won't know for sure unless you try it. But I use it and it's the best product I've ever used. But I gotta use it a certain way. I mix the cleanser and toner together and rub it on affected area, let it sit on there while I shower or bathe, then that's the last thing I rinse off. After I dry off, I put only a very tiny dot of the repair lotion, and again a very tiny dot of the oil control cream on the affected area. If my skin feels lotiony, then I put too much. If you have dry skin, don't use the oil control cream cause it keeps your oil glands from producing oil. Now that I've told you tips about proactive, let me give you tips on skin in general. If you have oily skin, only wash your face with a product once a day. This is because washing your face strips off the oil so your oil glands keep kicking in to produce more oil. So if you are still oily later in the day, just wipe your face with a damp cloth or napkin. Hope this helps : )
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Pro active is an over hyped piece of crap filled with chemicals that do more bad than good. In other words, no. Pro active will only damage your skin more. A lot of people get Acne and treat it without Pro active ( i know i keep spelling it wrong but meh, idc) you could get proper medication? Or you could drink more water? eat more fruit? Take vitamin tablets? Taking showers every day can dry your skin out so be careful with that.. I think you should see a Dr and see what they recommend, Not pro active though. Not worth the money.
I am 15 years old girl and I have pretty much acne on my back, chest and little bit on face :( you might think that It doesn't matter because it is not that much on the face BUT i do ballet so on practices you see most of my back and all chest ! I hate it and I feel seriously bad.. And yes I have tried allot of things ! for example: no sugar, I take shower every day, I have tried many shampoos and allot more but it doesn't work ! then some people were saying that Proactiv really works so I went to buy it but is is really expensive here in Iceland ! I work in grocery store on Saturdays to try to be able to go on summer vacation this summer and if I buy proactiv and it doesn't work I will be disappointed spending all that money :( someone please help I don't know what to do and I have ballet practice everyday so I'm dying here ! :(
Other - Skin & Body - 4 Answers
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Proactiv made me break out worse than ever. It is very harsh on your skin. As far as the back and chest acne, sometimes that can just be irritants like your conditioner in the shower. Next time you shower, try washing your hair and then clipping it up and thoroughly cleansing your back and chest. Also, make sure you do not get products that you use in your hair like hairspray on your skin.
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Do not get Proactive because all it does is dry out your skin and the pimples only go away for like a week and come back. I would suggest to try to use natural products that help get rid of acne and just eat healthy and drink a lot of water good luck
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Everybody's skin is different so you won't know for sure unless you try it. But I use it and it's the best product I've ever used. But I gotta use it a certain way. I mix the cleanser and toner together and rub it on affected area, let it sit on there while I shower or bathe, then that's the last thing I rinse off. After I dry off, I put only a very tiny dot of the repair lotion, and again a very tiny dot of the oil control cream on the affected area. If my skin feels lotiony, then I put too much. If you have dry skin, don't use the oil control cream cause it keeps your oil glands from producing oil. Now that I've told you tips about proactive, let me give you tips on skin in general. If you have oily skin, only wash your face with a product once a day. This is because washing your face strips off the oil so your oil glands keep kicking in to produce more oil. So if you are still oily later in the day, just wipe your face with a damp cloth or napkin. Hope this helps : )
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Pro active is an over hyped piece of crap filled with chemicals that do more bad than good. In other words, no. Pro active will only damage your skin more. A lot of people get Acne and treat it without Pro active ( i know i keep spelling it wrong but meh, idc) you could get proper medication? Or you could drink more water? eat more fruit? Take vitamin tablets? Taking showers every day can dry your skin out so be careful with that.. I think you should see a Dr and see what they recommend, Not pro active though. Not worth the money.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
trying to send an email to a friend in iceland. it won't work
trying to send an email to a friend in iceland. it won't work...?
it's a uisir.is address. any tips for me? - thx.
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That should probably be visir.is A lot of people in Iceland have e-mail addresses ending with @visir.is, so I suggest you try that. Good luck! I hope you can get in contact with your friend.
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i'd go with Ms undir if i were you
it's a uisir.is address. any tips for me? - thx.
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That should probably be visir.is A lot of people in Iceland have e-mail addresses ending with @visir.is, so I suggest you try that. Good luck! I hope you can get in contact with your friend.
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i'd go with Ms undir if i were you
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
How much does an American working under the table in Iceland as Construction worker can make per HR
How much does an American working under the table in Iceland as Construction worker can make per HR?
Let me re phrase my question folks, I am Mexicano, EWnglish is noy my native language. In Iceland; how Much does an illegal American can earn per hour, working as construction worker? Do I need to rephrase again? Did you get the message or not yet?
Immigration - 6 Answers
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We are a more law abiding people then the savage hordes who have illegally entered our country, so most of us can't answer that because we simply don't know.
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Why did you chose that bankrupt country?
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The minimum wage is 1,500 Euros per month. The sales tax is 24.5% A bottle of beer will run you about 7 Euros. Good luck. It's one of the most expensive places to live on Earth.
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? DOESNT MAKE MUCH SENSE THEY ACTUALL ENFORCE THEIR IMMIGRATION LAWS NO PASSPORT NO GET IN.
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Yak Rider the Icelanders currency is called Krona not Euro.
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At the moment and in the near future... zero. There is practically no construction in Iceland now due to the harsh financial crisis. Thousands of construction workers have lost their jobs and more will lose their jobs in coming months. You are very unlikely to get a job in construction in Iceland in the first place. Also, authorities regularly visit construction areas to check for illegal workers (people who either don't have a work permit or people who claim unemployment benefits while working under the table). If by some miracle you managed to get a job in Iceland, you would be paid very little and with the high costs of living in Iceland now, it's not worth it.
Let me re phrase my question folks, I am Mexicano, EWnglish is noy my native language. In Iceland; how Much does an illegal American can earn per hour, working as construction worker? Do I need to rephrase again? Did you get the message or not yet?
Immigration - 6 Answers
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We are a more law abiding people then the savage hordes who have illegally entered our country, so most of us can't answer that because we simply don't know.
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Why did you chose that bankrupt country?
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The minimum wage is 1,500 Euros per month. The sales tax is 24.5% A bottle of beer will run you about 7 Euros. Good luck. It's one of the most expensive places to live on Earth.
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? DOESNT MAKE MUCH SENSE THEY ACTUALL ENFORCE THEIR IMMIGRATION LAWS NO PASSPORT NO GET IN.
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Yak Rider the Icelanders currency is called Krona not Euro.
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At the moment and in the near future... zero. There is practically no construction in Iceland now due to the harsh financial crisis. Thousands of construction workers have lost their jobs and more will lose their jobs in coming months. You are very unlikely to get a job in construction in Iceland in the first place. Also, authorities regularly visit construction areas to check for illegal workers (people who either don't have a work permit or people who claim unemployment benefits while working under the table). If by some miracle you managed to get a job in Iceland, you would be paid very little and with the high costs of living in Iceland now, it's not worth it.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
A website on countries and their diseases
A website on countries and their diseases?
I have a project on world geography, and i have to create a fake charity that goes out to countries in the world that have terrible diseases. does anyone know a website that lists countries specific diseases? that would really help. or if not, here is the list of countries i have to work with: Iceland Zambia Costa Rica Saudi Arabia Myanmar New Zealand Chile Afghanistan Pakistan Azerbaijan Belarus South Africa (i only get to pick 6) thank you
Infectious Diseases - 3 Answers
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Try the World Health Organization website. i had to do a similar project for my medical coding class and that gave me all the info i needed.
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In Zambia and South Africa there are many cases of HIV, Malaria, Heptatis, and many other terrible diseases and infections. Those are the ones with the most variety and need of help!In Costa Rica there are many tropical infections, and other diseases. Just type in google: Costa Rica common diseases.Try also Myanmar, Chile, and Pakistan
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go to the CDC travel web site. just enter the country you want, and it will tell you the particular risks in that country
I have a project on world geography, and i have to create a fake charity that goes out to countries in the world that have terrible diseases. does anyone know a website that lists countries specific diseases? that would really help. or if not, here is the list of countries i have to work with: Iceland Zambia Costa Rica Saudi Arabia Myanmar New Zealand Chile Afghanistan Pakistan Azerbaijan Belarus South Africa (i only get to pick 6) thank you
Infectious Diseases - 3 Answers
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Try the World Health Organization website. i had to do a similar project for my medical coding class and that gave me all the info i needed.
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In Zambia and South Africa there are many cases of HIV, Malaria, Heptatis, and many other terrible diseases and infections. Those are the ones with the most variety and need of help!In Costa Rica there are many tropical infections, and other diseases. Just type in google: Costa Rica common diseases.Try also Myanmar, Chile, and Pakistan
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go to the CDC travel web site. just enter the country you want, and it will tell you the particular risks in that country
Monday, September 21, 2009
if i have a sweden work permit am i legally eligible to work in denmark
if i have a sweden work permit am i legally eligible to work in denmark?
i am from india and i have a sweden work permit, can i go to iceland or any other schengen countries and work?
Immigration - 1 Answers
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The link will explain it.
i am from india and i have a sweden work permit, can i go to iceland or any other schengen countries and work?
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The link will explain it.
Monday, September 14, 2009
I am in high school thinking about moving to Iceland
I am in high school thinking about moving to Iceland..?
Hello everyone i have a couple of questions of jobs prospects in Iceland for Canadians. Well i am thinking of doing my dental hygienist course in Canada and then moving to Iceland to work their. Is that possible, like would they accept a student with a degree from Canada. Thank you .. If anyone lives in Iceland please add my msn I want to talk.. chrisman2012@live.com
Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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Don't move here now as you should know we have some huge money problems here. If that's not a concern then sure its beautiful and peaceful if u stay out of the capital city :=) Response to Orla C, No there are only 300k people here in Iceland. no anywhere near 900k... And that's why i like it.
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Given that there are only 900,000 at most living in Iceland, I doubt very much they don't have enough dental hygienists.
Hello everyone i have a couple of questions of jobs prospects in Iceland for Canadians. Well i am thinking of doing my dental hygienist course in Canada and then moving to Iceland to work their. Is that possible, like would they accept a student with a degree from Canada. Thank you .. If anyone lives in Iceland please add my msn I want to talk.. chrisman2012@live.com
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Don't move here now as you should know we have some huge money problems here. If that's not a concern then sure its beautiful and peaceful if u stay out of the capital city :=) Response to Orla C, No there are only 300k people here in Iceland. no anywhere near 900k... And that's why i like it.
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Given that there are only 900,000 at most living in Iceland, I doubt very much they don't have enough dental hygienists.
Monday, September 7, 2009
Iceland travel
Iceland travel?
What is the best way to travel, possibly work in Iceland, i.e. airlines, places to visit, job search engines?
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cheapest way to Iceland is Islandic Airlines however once you are there, everything is very very expensive!!!!
What is the best way to travel, possibly work in Iceland, i.e. airlines, places to visit, job search engines?
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cheapest way to Iceland is Islandic Airlines however once you are there, everything is very very expensive!!!!
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Are Icelanders racially tolerant to black and Asian people
Are Icelanders racially tolerant to black and Asian people?
I am going to work in Iceland (country) in a few weeks time with a few friends. It's only temporary for a few months. I am of Asian descent and one of my friends is from Africa. Are Icelanders tolerant to black and Asian people or will we expect to get racially abused?
Other - Europe - 3 Answers
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Iceland is a very small (400,000) and VERY homogeneous country. It has been since its settlement by the Vikings, and it probably didn't have a single nonwhite citizen before a couple of decades ago. So I guess racism is only to be expected, realistically, but don't let that ruin your perception or experience of this phenomenal island country. Also, I didn't get the point about the black thing. Don't worry about more than you have to. Being Asian is pretty different from being black in Europe.
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Expect to be racially abused? Iceland is a very civilised country, with a high living standard and a small but educated population, it's not Mississippi in the 50's, for Christ's sake. You just be polite and respectful and you'll have no problem. Btw, part of being respectful is reading about the country, its history and traditions etc. not assuming they are ignorant rednecks.
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I've never been to Iceland but oddly enough I partied with a bunch of Icelanders who were vacationing in the Carribean and they made a bee line to me at the bar. One girl from their group who was clearly attached in someway to another guy in their group as well, jumped off of the dudes lap and onto mine. He did not look happy at all. And by the end of night me and this girl were making out pretty heavily. May have been a really open minded group of people that I came across but who knows.
I am going to work in Iceland (country) in a few weeks time with a few friends. It's only temporary for a few months. I am of Asian descent and one of my friends is from Africa. Are Icelanders tolerant to black and Asian people or will we expect to get racially abused?
Other - Europe - 3 Answers
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Iceland is a very small (400,000) and VERY homogeneous country. It has been since its settlement by the Vikings, and it probably didn't have a single nonwhite citizen before a couple of decades ago. So I guess racism is only to be expected, realistically, but don't let that ruin your perception or experience of this phenomenal island country. Also, I didn't get the point about the black thing. Don't worry about more than you have to. Being Asian is pretty different from being black in Europe.
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Expect to be racially abused? Iceland is a very civilised country, with a high living standard and a small but educated population, it's not Mississippi in the 50's, for Christ's sake. You just be polite and respectful and you'll have no problem. Btw, part of being respectful is reading about the country, its history and traditions etc. not assuming they are ignorant rednecks.
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I've never been to Iceland but oddly enough I partied with a bunch of Icelanders who were vacationing in the Carribean and they made a bee line to me at the bar. One girl from their group who was clearly attached in someway to another guy in their group as well, jumped off of the dudes lap and onto mine. He did not look happy at all. And by the end of night me and this girl were making out pretty heavily. May have been a really open minded group of people that I came across but who knows.
Friday, August 21, 2009
what is the name of the Bioteck company in iceland working on new type heart and other common drugs.
what is the name of the Bioteck company in iceland working on new type heart and other common drugs.?
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a
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a
Friday, August 14, 2009
I'd like to move to Iceland but
I'd like to move to Iceland but...?
I hold an Aussie and Swiss passport. Am I able to live/work in Iceland without a visa? Just wondering if there are any agreements to do with the EU which would allow this?
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Yes, you are. Citizen of Switzerland enjoy the same rights as EEA nationals. http://www.utl.is/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=82&Itemid=84&lang=en .. An individual from an EEA/EU country may stay and work in Iceland without any special permit for up to three months from arrival in the country, or for up to six months if seeking employment. If that person stays in the country beyond this time he/she must register his/her right of residence with the National Registry at Borgartún 24, 105 ReykjavÃk. All EEA/EU citizens are free to set up a business in Iceland. http://ec.europa.eu/eures/main.jsp?catId=8109&acro=living&lang=en&parentId=7749&countryId=IS&living= .. http://www.utl.is/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=46&Itemid=48&lang=en ..
I hold an Aussie and Swiss passport. Am I able to live/work in Iceland without a visa? Just wondering if there are any agreements to do with the EU which would allow this?
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Yes, you are. Citizen of Switzerland enjoy the same rights as EEA nationals. http://www.utl.is/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=82&Itemid=84&lang=en .. An individual from an EEA/EU country may stay and work in Iceland without any special permit for up to three months from arrival in the country, or for up to six months if seeking employment. If that person stays in the country beyond this time he/she must register his/her right of residence with the National Registry at Borgartún 24, 105 ReykjavÃk. All EEA/EU citizens are free to set up a business in Iceland. http://ec.europa.eu/eures/main.jsp?catId=8109&acro=living&lang=en&parentId=7749&countryId=IS&living= .. http://www.utl.is/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=46&Itemid=48&lang=en ..
Friday, August 7, 2009
i am female looking for work overseas (i live in iceland). Any advice
i am female looking for work overseas (i live in iceland). Any advice?
you are sweet. I have a masters in public policy and justice. i am also working on a doctoral dissertation on courts in comparative perspective. I am really good with stats (i teach it at the undergraduate level). I have also been a project manager. i got my edication in the us and i lived there for years. i actually had a permanent residency card since my ex husband is american. our six year old son was born there.
Government & Non-Profit - 4 Answers
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well what kinda work are u looking for??come to america there is alot of work over here..
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Travel to USA and apply at any Wal-Mart.
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Where do you want to work? What do you want to do? We don't have enough details to help you.
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may be you can start with th us army or navy they always got job posting maybe you can find something there
you are sweet. I have a masters in public policy and justice. i am also working on a doctoral dissertation on courts in comparative perspective. I am really good with stats (i teach it at the undergraduate level). I have also been a project manager. i got my edication in the us and i lived there for years. i actually had a permanent residency card since my ex husband is american. our six year old son was born there.
Government & Non-Profit - 4 Answers
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well what kinda work are u looking for??come to america there is alot of work over here..
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Travel to USA and apply at any Wal-Mart.
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Where do you want to work? What do you want to do? We don't have enough details to help you.
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may be you can start with th us army or navy they always got job posting maybe you can find something there
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Can I use my Canadian Debit Card in Iceland
Can I use my Canadian Debit Card in Iceland?
I'm planning a trip to Iceland and have heard the country is going through some economic struggles (to put it lightly). Will my TD Canada Trust debit card work at atms in Iceland or should I bring exchanged currency with me? I called and asked my bank and they had "no information regarding the economic status or operating status of ATMs in Iceland." Thanks!
Other - Europe - 1 Answers
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I would be 99% confident it would work. Unless the country literally melts down completely, which is highly unlikely, the infrastructure will continue to function. If you card is part of a larger network, which almost all of them are nowadays, you should be fine (and it's better than bringing currency with you, in terms of the exchange rate). P.S. My ATM card (from the States) worked in *Russia* when I was there in the late 90's...if that's possible Iceland should be a slam dunk!
I'm planning a trip to Iceland and have heard the country is going through some economic struggles (to put it lightly). Will my TD Canada Trust debit card work at atms in Iceland or should I bring exchanged currency with me? I called and asked my bank and they had "no information regarding the economic status or operating status of ATMs in Iceland." Thanks!
Other - Europe - 1 Answers
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I would be 99% confident it would work. Unless the country literally melts down completely, which is highly unlikely, the infrastructure will continue to function. If you card is part of a larger network, which almost all of them are nowadays, you should be fine (and it's better than bringing currency with you, in terms of the exchange rate). P.S. My ATM card (from the States) worked in *Russia* when I was there in the late 90's...if that's possible Iceland should be a slam dunk!
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
i am female looking for work overseas (i live in iceland)
i am female looking for work overseas (i live in iceland)?
hi everybody. i have a masters degree in public policy from a us graduate school and would love to work there. What should i do?
International Organizations - 3 Answers
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I would give anything to live in Iceland, I was stationed up there and now our base is closed................Stay there, you will be much happier!!!
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I have a friend from there he brought his wife and three sons with him. He goes back all the time. You have to find an employer while you visit. You can stay with me for a while if you like. I want to go there to visit I like the cold. I also like Bjork.
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Honey...you don't know how well off you are. This place is a stress out, overworked, money oriented society. Stay home and enjoy the peace and tranquility of your beautiful island with your friends you have known all your life and where families have been friends through many generation. We all look alike, dress alike, live alike at our respective income levels and are all a physiclal wrecks from fighting our way through traffic and a cost of living even we can't afford. Sincerely!
hi everybody. i have a masters degree in public policy from a us graduate school and would love to work there. What should i do?
International Organizations - 3 Answers
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I would give anything to live in Iceland, I was stationed up there and now our base is closed................Stay there, you will be much happier!!!
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I have a friend from there he brought his wife and three sons with him. He goes back all the time. You have to find an employer while you visit. You can stay with me for a while if you like. I want to go there to visit I like the cold. I also like Bjork.
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Honey...you don't know how well off you are. This place is a stress out, overworked, money oriented society. Stay home and enjoy the peace and tranquility of your beautiful island with your friends you have known all your life and where families have been friends through many generation. We all look alike, dress alike, live alike at our respective income levels and are all a physiclal wrecks from fighting our way through traffic and a cost of living even we can't afford. Sincerely!
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
i vave belgume shenqen visa and it valid for 6 months can i work in norway or iceland with it
i vave belgume shenqen visa and it valid for 6 months can i work in norway or iceland with it?
Other - Destinations - 2 Answers
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No A Schengen Visa allows free travel to all Schengen agreement countries but it does not permit you to work anywhere. You need to apply for a work permit for the country of interest. Each country issues their own. This will only be granted if you have the skills to fill a vacancy that cannot be filled by an EC national. This is tough to achieve. Ian M
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Schengen visa for tourists (and tourist does not mean study, work or anything else) are generally issued by presenting an itenerary and the other required means of traveling to an embassy and are issued for up to 90 days in 180 day period. If you have been issued a Belgium Schengen visa valid for 6 months you may use it for its purpose that you have requested it, but neither for traveling to other Schengen countries nor for working in Norway or Iceland.
Other - Destinations - 2 Answers
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No A Schengen Visa allows free travel to all Schengen agreement countries but it does not permit you to work anywhere. You need to apply for a work permit for the country of interest. Each country issues their own. This will only be granted if you have the skills to fill a vacancy that cannot be filled by an EC national. This is tough to achieve. Ian M
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Schengen visa for tourists (and tourist does not mean study, work or anything else) are generally issued by presenting an itenerary and the other required means of traveling to an embassy and are issued for up to 90 days in 180 day period. If you have been issued a Belgium Schengen visa valid for 6 months you may use it for its purpose that you have requested it, but neither for traveling to other Schengen countries nor for working in Norway or Iceland.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Do you have to speak Icelandic to work in the US embassy in Iceland
Do you have to speak Icelandic to work in the US embassy in Iceland?
Just curious.
Embassies & Consulates - 3 Answers
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it wouldn't hurt, but it really depends on what work you're doing in the embassy. Some positions require language skills, some don't. Support staff, particularly if hired locally, usually have to be fluent in both languages.
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If you are an FSO you will normally attend an intensive language training course in the local language before you get posted abroad
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That depends on what kind of a job you'd be doing there. Some of their positions require good Icelandic skills, while other positions don't require applicants to speak Icelandic. When they put up job ads you can usually see whether Icelandic skills are required for the job. They usually describe the requirements and job duties pretty well. For vacanices, see the website of the US embassy in Iceland: http://iceland.usembassy.gov/vacancies.html
Just curious.
Embassies & Consulates - 3 Answers
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it wouldn't hurt, but it really depends on what work you're doing in the embassy. Some positions require language skills, some don't. Support staff, particularly if hired locally, usually have to be fluent in both languages.
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If you are an FSO you will normally attend an intensive language training course in the local language before you get posted abroad
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That depends on what kind of a job you'd be doing there. Some of their positions require good Icelandic skills, while other positions don't require applicants to speak Icelandic. When they put up job ads you can usually see whether Icelandic skills are required for the job. They usually describe the requirements and job duties pretty well. For vacanices, see the website of the US embassy in Iceland: http://iceland.usembassy.gov/vacancies.html
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
why yahoo messenger video calling is not working in iceland
why yahoo messenger video calling is not working in iceland?
Voice Calls - 2 Answers
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try skype
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Iceland volcano shut down European airports. Yahoo messenger is a small thing.....
Voice Calls - 2 Answers
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try skype
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Iceland volcano shut down European airports. Yahoo messenger is a small thing.....
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Any good employment agencies sites for Iceland worth browsing
Any good employment agencies sites for Iceland worth browsing?
currently living in australia & wouldnt mind living it up in iceland! been working in the airline/travel industry for 5 years based at sydney intl airport....is it hard to find jobs in this field in iceland?? =)
Other - Destinations - 2 Answers
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Sorry, I can't help you specifically but since you don't have any other replies yet... You might want to check out the Lonely Planet forum. www.lonelyplanet.com or thorntree.lonelyplanet.com. The forum has helped me with many, many questions I've had and you will probably be able to find some help on there! It's much more specific than this forum.
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You could try contacting Icelandic airlines directly to check if they're looking for staff. Here are links to their websites: http://www.icelandair.com http://www.icelandexpress.com http://www.airatlanta.com/ http://www.bluebirdcargo.com/ http://www.icelandaircargo.com/ And here is the website of the international airport near ReykjavÃk: http://www.kefairport.com/ I'm not sure whether it's hard to find jobs in this field in Iceland. Lately most fields in Iceland have been lacking staff, so I'd say your chances are ok, especially since you have prior experience in the field. This is also a field where you might need the Icelandic language less than most other fields, so not speaking the language should not be a major obstacle. Good luck!
currently living in australia & wouldnt mind living it up in iceland! been working in the airline/travel industry for 5 years based at sydney intl airport....is it hard to find jobs in this field in iceland?? =)
Other - Destinations - 2 Answers
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Sorry, I can't help you specifically but since you don't have any other replies yet... You might want to check out the Lonely Planet forum. www.lonelyplanet.com or thorntree.lonelyplanet.com. The forum has helped me with many, many questions I've had and you will probably be able to find some help on there! It's much more specific than this forum.
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You could try contacting Icelandic airlines directly to check if they're looking for staff. Here are links to their websites: http://www.icelandair.com http://www.icelandexpress.com http://www.airatlanta.com/ http://www.bluebirdcargo.com/ http://www.icelandaircargo.com/ And here is the website of the international airport near ReykjavÃk: http://www.kefairport.com/ I'm not sure whether it's hard to find jobs in this field in Iceland. Lately most fields in Iceland have been lacking staff, so I'd say your chances are ok, especially since you have prior experience in the field. This is also a field where you might need the Icelandic language less than most other fields, so not speaking the language should not be a major obstacle. Good luck!
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Do you think Japan and Iceland and all the other politics will work together
Do you think Japan and Iceland and all the other politics will work together?
I forgot the name of it, though they plan on fixing the earth and cutting down greenhouse gases by the year 2050. The council has the leaders of Idiotland (America), Japan, and all of the richest nations in the world (Why is Idiotland in it then?) Do you think their plan will work? They are also trying to cut back on burning food for oil.
Politics - 6 Answers
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no i dont because no government can get along wit each other there like totalers
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Yes, like oil and water. Peace
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That one is just bull to me because they agreed to reduce greenhouse gasses by the year 2050---giving themselves over 40 years---meaning that none of them will seriously do anything.....besides, I've heard reports that statet that if we do nothing within the next 10 years it will be too late---and the latest reports of the melting ice on the northpose and southpole are indicators that things are happening faster than expected--so basically I believe that it is too late already, the earth will be a goner by the year 2040.....
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This is meaningless because China and India whose emmissions have increased exponentially in recent years won't get on board. Your name is text-book ironic.
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There are a lot of nations, mostly island nations and coastal nations, that are really going to suffer tremendously from the rising of the ocean levels. I can think of what will happen to one of my particularly favorite nations, The Netherlands, and it makes me shudder. It was pretty much proven that greenhouse gases are causing the earth's climate to get hotter. There is NO disputing that unless you're a Republican that can't read or think logically. Be that as it may, we got CFC's removed when we discovered it was eating our ozone layer and now we can see that it's actually growing back. Our planet is very capable of healing itself provided you don't overload it, and we are definitely capable of overloading it now. The politics must work to solve these problems, or we won't have to worry about it, because we'll all be dead. The ecology is a very sensitive system and we can definitely screw it up irrevocably. And, um, if you want to start calling nations Idiotland, you have a whole lot of other nations in the list ahead of the US. Be fair in your assessment. China is now the biggest producer of greenhouse gases, and India will soon surpass the US as well.
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I think you mean the Kyoto Protocol http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kyoto_Protocol No I don't think it will work. They're all content to blame the United States for not signing on. But soon, India, China and other rapidly industrializing nations will far surpass feul consumption and pollution of the U.S. They've basically signed on that they agree with the idea of reducing pollution emissions. But they haven't come up with a way to actually implement it and actually reduce emissions. The U.S. is the only one who came out and said they won't support it because the plan as offered doesn't work, and to come back and offer something that does work. (Leave it to "Idiotland" to push for real results instead of false promises.) Added: Here's a new story from the July 9, 2008 PBS NEWS Hour, on the latest meeting between G-8 nations, and the problems and strategy needed to come up with a universal international agreement. http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/environment/july-dec08/cutemissions_07-09.html (link to text transcript, and link also to video of the story)
I forgot the name of it, though they plan on fixing the earth and cutting down greenhouse gases by the year 2050. The council has the leaders of Idiotland (America), Japan, and all of the richest nations in the world (Why is Idiotland in it then?) Do you think their plan will work? They are also trying to cut back on burning food for oil.
Politics - 6 Answers
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no i dont because no government can get along wit each other there like totalers
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Yes, like oil and water. Peace
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That one is just bull to me because they agreed to reduce greenhouse gasses by the year 2050---giving themselves over 40 years---meaning that none of them will seriously do anything.....besides, I've heard reports that statet that if we do nothing within the next 10 years it will be too late---and the latest reports of the melting ice on the northpose and southpole are indicators that things are happening faster than expected--so basically I believe that it is too late already, the earth will be a goner by the year 2040.....
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This is meaningless because China and India whose emmissions have increased exponentially in recent years won't get on board. Your name is text-book ironic.
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There are a lot of nations, mostly island nations and coastal nations, that are really going to suffer tremendously from the rising of the ocean levels. I can think of what will happen to one of my particularly favorite nations, The Netherlands, and it makes me shudder. It was pretty much proven that greenhouse gases are causing the earth's climate to get hotter. There is NO disputing that unless you're a Republican that can't read or think logically. Be that as it may, we got CFC's removed when we discovered it was eating our ozone layer and now we can see that it's actually growing back. Our planet is very capable of healing itself provided you don't overload it, and we are definitely capable of overloading it now. The politics must work to solve these problems, or we won't have to worry about it, because we'll all be dead. The ecology is a very sensitive system and we can definitely screw it up irrevocably. And, um, if you want to start calling nations Idiotland, you have a whole lot of other nations in the list ahead of the US. Be fair in your assessment. China is now the biggest producer of greenhouse gases, and India will soon surpass the US as well.
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I think you mean the Kyoto Protocol http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kyoto_Protocol No I don't think it will work. They're all content to blame the United States for not signing on. But soon, India, China and other rapidly industrializing nations will far surpass feul consumption and pollution of the U.S. They've basically signed on that they agree with the idea of reducing pollution emissions. But they haven't come up with a way to actually implement it and actually reduce emissions. The U.S. is the only one who came out and said they won't support it because the plan as offered doesn't work, and to come back and offer something that does work. (Leave it to "Idiotland" to push for real results instead of false promises.) Added: Here's a new story from the July 9, 2008 PBS NEWS Hour, on the latest meeting between G-8 nations, and the problems and strategy needed to come up with a universal international agreement. http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/environment/july-dec08/cutemissions_07-09.html (link to text transcript, and link also to video of the story)
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Canadian or American working in Iceland
Canadian or American working in Iceland?
I understand that a citizen of an EEA/EU country may stay and work in Iceland without a permit for up to three months from arriving in the country, or stay for up to six months if seeking employment and that Europeans wishing to stay longer must apply for a residence permit. But what is the proper procedure for a Canadian or American citizen hoping to find employment in Iceland? Is this feasible legally? Thank you.
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I'm an American who is a Resident of Iceland. As an American you don't enjoy the same privileges as an EEA/EU citizen. You may VISIT for 3 months and even verbally secure a job with an employer. However, you must leave the country on your visitor's visa and apply for a Work Permit through the Utlingninstofnun. Once your Work Permit is approved, you may return for the length of time your Work Permit allows. Unless you personally know an employer or relative in Iceland who will give you a job and send you the paperwork for the Work Permit, this is the way it's done. Sucks to be us...
I understand that a citizen of an EEA/EU country may stay and work in Iceland without a permit for up to three months from arriving in the country, or stay for up to six months if seeking employment and that Europeans wishing to stay longer must apply for a residence permit. But what is the proper procedure for a Canadian or American citizen hoping to find employment in Iceland? Is this feasible legally? Thank you.
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I'm an American who is a Resident of Iceland. As an American you don't enjoy the same privileges as an EEA/EU citizen. You may VISIT for 3 months and even verbally secure a job with an employer. However, you must leave the country on your visitor's visa and apply for a Work Permit through the Utlingninstofnun. Once your Work Permit is approved, you may return for the length of time your Work Permit allows. Unless you personally know an employer or relative in Iceland who will give you a job and send you the paperwork for the Work Permit, this is the way it's done. Sucks to be us...
Monday, June 1, 2009
Lets say..you work in greenland,iceland,an oil reg or a far away and desolate island
Lets say..you work in greenland,iceland,an oil reg or a far away and desolate island...?
How do you survive or go stay sane having no sex for 2 months..I'd like to see some logical,funny,or quite good stuff.Dont wna hear obscene or perverted ones.But If u really cant help it..Blow my mind away,anyway.heheh
Other - Society & Culture - 1 Answers
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I would compare that to if you were to quit smoking, drinking or drugs. You are going to have to go it alone, and cold turkey. Since it is not available, it will take will power, concentration, meditation, prayer, cold showers (or dips in the ice water). Distraction mostly, every time your mind starts to wander to things soft warm and sexy.......give your mind and body a cold water reality check. It won't be fun, but it can be done, and I am glad it is you and not me trying it..hehehe......hey, it was the best I could do on such short notice......thanks and good luck
How do you survive or go stay sane having no sex for 2 months..I'd like to see some logical,funny,or quite good stuff.Dont wna hear obscene or perverted ones.But If u really cant help it..Blow my mind away,anyway.heheh
Other - Society & Culture - 1 Answers
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I would compare that to if you were to quit smoking, drinking or drugs. You are going to have to go it alone, and cold turkey. Since it is not available, it will take will power, concentration, meditation, prayer, cold showers (or dips in the ice water). Distraction mostly, every time your mind starts to wander to things soft warm and sexy.......give your mind and body a cold water reality check. It won't be fun, but it can be done, and I am glad it is you and not me trying it..hehehe......hey, it was the best I could do on such short notice......thanks and good luck
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Iceland Travel: Living and Working Overthere
Iceland Travel: Living and Working Overthere?
I want to live and work in Iceland. How much I can earn? Is Reykjavik right place for living and working?
Other - Europe - 1 Answers
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Hmm, I do not much knowledge about annual income and working conditions in Iceland.. although, you can contact TOURIS, they can solve your query.. and even they can tell you the way to come Iceland.. check out:- http://www.tour.is/ http://icelandtravelpackages.blogspot.com/
I want to live and work in Iceland. How much I can earn? Is Reykjavik right place for living and working?
Other - Europe - 1 Answers
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Hmm, I do not much knowledge about annual income and working conditions in Iceland.. although, you can contact TOURIS, they can solve your query.. and even they can tell you the way to come Iceland.. check out:- http://www.tour.is/ http://icelandtravelpackages.blogspot.com/
Thursday, May 14, 2009
How do i get to go work on a farm in Iceland for a few weeks
How do i get to go work on a farm in Iceland for a few weeks?
I would like to work on an Icelandic farm or something similar in the country. Kind of like an exchange student type thing, ie. stay with a family and work for my keep. Just for a month or something. I don't know if this would ever be possible but, i'd be grateful for ideas. thanks
Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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As far as I know there's no offical program for this, but that doesn't mean it's impossible!. Start with contacting schools you'd be interested in attending, and let them know what you'd like to do. They should be able to put you onto the right people to talk to. You didn't say where you're from, but here in Canada with have a SWAP organization that helps with this. Even if they don't specifically work with that region, they have contacts that can help you! Look for a similar group in your own country, the local colleges should know about them.
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Try the following link, a friend of mine found work on a farm there last year. www.jobsabroad.com/iceland.cfm Good luck!
I would like to work on an Icelandic farm or something similar in the country. Kind of like an exchange student type thing, ie. stay with a family and work for my keep. Just for a month or something. I don't know if this would ever be possible but, i'd be grateful for ideas. thanks
Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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As far as I know there's no offical program for this, but that doesn't mean it's impossible!. Start with contacting schools you'd be interested in attending, and let them know what you'd like to do. They should be able to put you onto the right people to talk to. You didn't say where you're from, but here in Canada with have a SWAP organization that helps with this. Even if they don't specifically work with that region, they have contacts that can help you! Look for a similar group in your own country, the local colleges should know about them.
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Try the following link, a friend of mine found work on a farm there last year. www.jobsabroad.com/iceland.cfm Good luck!
Thursday, May 7, 2009
what does it take to work in iceland
what does it take to work in iceland?
i am canadian citizen
Other - Europe - 4 Answers
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you must like Björk
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Warmer clothing than in Canada
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nice idea! but it's not easy, pal. anyway, you can try check this site out: http://www.iceland.org/ca
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read this website http://iceland.is/people-and-society/People/ResidenceCitizenship/ and this http://www.vinnumalastofnun.is/
i am canadian citizen
Other - Europe - 4 Answers
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you must like Björk
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Warmer clothing than in Canada
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nice idea! but it's not easy, pal. anyway, you can try check this site out: http://www.iceland.org/ca
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read this website http://iceland.is/people-and-society/People/ResidenceCitizenship/ and this http://www.vinnumalastofnun.is/
Friday, May 1, 2009
Can I live in a summer house in Iceland during the Wintertime
Can I live in a summer house in Iceland during the Wintertime?
My girlfriend has worked in Iceland since May 2008. She saw a beautiful summer house with big land for selling close to her farm and she would like to buy it. But she's wondering if it's legal to live here also in the Wintertime.
Other - Europe - 3 Answers
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Why would it be illegal to live in a summer house during winter ? If you buy it , it's your and you do whatever you want with it.
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yes thats perfectly legal, most summerhouses can be stayed in all year round here
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i try to write the answers your problem in my blog http://www.mystructuredsettlement.co.cc you can see any problem in my blog.
My girlfriend has worked in Iceland since May 2008. She saw a beautiful summer house with big land for selling close to her farm and she would like to buy it. But she's wondering if it's legal to live here also in the Wintertime.
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Why would it be illegal to live in a summer house during winter ? If you buy it , it's your and you do whatever you want with it.
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yes thats perfectly legal, most summerhouses can be stayed in all year round here
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i try to write the answers your problem in my blog http://www.mystructuredsettlement.co.cc you can see any problem in my blog.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
How much money does a Mexican can earn in Iceland working as Attorney in law
How much money does a Mexican can earn in Iceland working as Attorney in law?
Immigration - 4 Answers
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You can't just go to Iceland and "hang your shingle" because they have very rigid laws and regulations regarding attorneys. They aren't all paid the same salary like McDonald's does.
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LOL!
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BiG Money!
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You would have to be educated as an attorney in Iceland. Attorneys can't just go to whatever country they want and work as attorneys there. The laws are different in every country, so you need an attorney degree in the country you want to work in. Attorneys generally make very good money in Iceland.
Immigration - 4 Answers
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You can't just go to Iceland and "hang your shingle" because they have very rigid laws and regulations regarding attorneys. They aren't all paid the same salary like McDonald's does.
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LOL!
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BiG Money!
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You would have to be educated as an attorney in Iceland. Attorneys can't just go to whatever country they want and work as attorneys there. The laws are different in every country, so you need an attorney degree in the country you want to work in. Attorneys generally make very good money in Iceland.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Study / Work in Iceland
Study / Work in Iceland?
I am from Pakistan, have Bachelor's Degree in journalism and working in insurance industry for the past 7 years. I am seriously interested in moving to Iceland. Can anyone help to get the related information, esp.on some kind of program/visa that can help me work and enchance my studies at the same time? Thanx
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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NOBODY can move to Iceland. It's one of the purest, most homogeneous populations on Earth, and they keep it that way. You're welcome to visit, though, if you can get a visa, but you'll have to leave.
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Disregard the ridiculous answer that you received above! Of course you may apply for a residency permit BUT, if you really want to apply for a residency permit and you reside outside the EEA (which you do) then you need to apply FIRST in your country before you travel to Iceland for your stay. If you try to apply for your first permit while you are already in Iceland, they will send you back. It's all spelled out in the Directorate of Immigration, which I have included as a link below. I suggest you read through the entire website, as there is a lot of pertinent information about both Visas and Residency permits. I hope this helps and good luck....it's a beautiful country and can see why someone would want to move there. Here is the link: http://www.utl.is/english
I am from Pakistan, have Bachelor's Degree in journalism and working in insurance industry for the past 7 years. I am seriously interested in moving to Iceland. Can anyone help to get the related information, esp.on some kind of program/visa that can help me work and enchance my studies at the same time? Thanx
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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NOBODY can move to Iceland. It's one of the purest, most homogeneous populations on Earth, and they keep it that way. You're welcome to visit, though, if you can get a visa, but you'll have to leave.
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Disregard the ridiculous answer that you received above! Of course you may apply for a residency permit BUT, if you really want to apply for a residency permit and you reside outside the EEA (which you do) then you need to apply FIRST in your country before you travel to Iceland for your stay. If you try to apply for your first permit while you are already in Iceland, they will send you back. It's all spelled out in the Directorate of Immigration, which I have included as a link below. I suggest you read through the entire website, as there is a lot of pertinent information about both Visas and Residency permits. I hope this helps and good luck....it's a beautiful country and can see why someone would want to move there. Here is the link: http://www.utl.is/english
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
How would an American be viewed in Iceland
How would an American be viewed in Iceland?
I would like to, in the future, live and work in Iceland. I plan on at least being at an advanced level of the Icelandic language when/if I move there. Since my impression is that Europeans aren't all that enthusiastic about Americans (dear god, I can't say I blame them. Going to Italy without so much as a phrase book and expecting everyone else to know English?), I'm wondering how I would be perceived. (I know Iceland isn't part of the actual European continent, but I wasn't sure what other category this belonged in.)
Other - Europe - 3 Answers
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Iceland is in fact a part of Europe. If you are an American with a fair knowledge of the Icelandic language you will impress them greatly!
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Iceland is very America friendly, and if you look at our culture closely it is much more "american" than "european". So it will be very easy for you to be and live here. Just don't tell us we are not a part of Europe. We don't like that. :)
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Icelandic culture is somewhere in between European and American culture. We have a lot of influences from both, so we're probably more used to Americans and American culture than most other Europeans. Most Icelanders will welcome you with open arms, as long as you're respectful. You learning our language will definitely earn you many points. We like when immigrants try to adapt to our language and culture rather than expect us to adapt to theirs. By the way, Iceland is in Europe. It is not on the mainland of Europe, but it is still in Europe.
I would like to, in the future, live and work in Iceland. I plan on at least being at an advanced level of the Icelandic language when/if I move there. Since my impression is that Europeans aren't all that enthusiastic about Americans (dear god, I can't say I blame them. Going to Italy without so much as a phrase book and expecting everyone else to know English?), I'm wondering how I would be perceived. (I know Iceland isn't part of the actual European continent, but I wasn't sure what other category this belonged in.)
Other - Europe - 3 Answers
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Iceland is in fact a part of Europe. If you are an American with a fair knowledge of the Icelandic language you will impress them greatly!
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Iceland is very America friendly, and if you look at our culture closely it is much more "american" than "european". So it will be very easy for you to be and live here. Just don't tell us we are not a part of Europe. We don't like that. :)
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Icelandic culture is somewhere in between European and American culture. We have a lot of influences from both, so we're probably more used to Americans and American culture than most other Europeans. Most Icelanders will welcome you with open arms, as long as you're respectful. You learning our language will definitely earn you many points. We like when immigrants try to adapt to our language and culture rather than expect us to adapt to theirs. By the way, Iceland is in Europe. It is not on the mainland of Europe, but it is still in Europe.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
live and work in Iceland
live and work in Iceland..?
i am an American and i was wondering how hard it would be to get a work permit and acquire some kind of citizenship over time.. after a research project and MUCH study, i have found that Iceland would be PERFECT for me in the future.. i have been learning the language for some time (really difficult) so that should help alot right? Iceland is a beautiful country and i really hope that i can live there one day.. is there any American living in Iceland or somebody that can answer my question?? Thank you, Beta J.
Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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I don't have direct experience in living in Iceland, but have visited and liked it a lot. I moved from the US to Italy about 9 years ago - it wasn't a particularly easy process. One good place to research this type of move is the ex pat sites for countries that you're interested in. You might find some of these useful: http://www.escapeartist.com/iceland/moving.html http://www.alloexpat.com/moving_to_iceland_forum/iceland-immigrant-iceland-immigration-visa-to-iceland-f4.html http://www.expat-blog.com/en/directory/europe/iceland/ http://www.expatwomen.com/countries/links_iceland.php http://www.utl.is/english
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i'm also preparing to relocate to Iceland, but i'm not there yet. i've already had a career here in NYC, so i'm going the education route to Iceland - the U of Iceland has a couple of programs for foreigners learning Icelandic. and i'm also working through the online course and books i bought there on the language, and i watch Icelandic TV on my computer just to listen to it. i'm not finding it all that difficult; it's just the completely different vocabulary (extremely few cognates to English) and all those conjugations and declensions to keep track of. once you get used to all the patterns a lot of it falls into place. it really is a beautiful country. i myself just need a change, and for me, it's a very big change for the short distance and time it takes to get there from here. good luck to you!!!
i am an American and i was wondering how hard it would be to get a work permit and acquire some kind of citizenship over time.. after a research project and MUCH study, i have found that Iceland would be PERFECT for me in the future.. i have been learning the language for some time (really difficult) so that should help alot right? Iceland is a beautiful country and i really hope that i can live there one day.. is there any American living in Iceland or somebody that can answer my question?? Thank you, Beta J.
Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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I don't have direct experience in living in Iceland, but have visited and liked it a lot. I moved from the US to Italy about 9 years ago - it wasn't a particularly easy process. One good place to research this type of move is the ex pat sites for countries that you're interested in. You might find some of these useful: http://www.escapeartist.com/iceland/moving.html http://www.alloexpat.com/moving_to_iceland_forum/iceland-immigrant-iceland-immigration-visa-to-iceland-f4.html http://www.expat-blog.com/en/directory/europe/iceland/ http://www.expatwomen.com/countries/links_iceland.php http://www.utl.is/english
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i'm also preparing to relocate to Iceland, but i'm not there yet. i've already had a career here in NYC, so i'm going the education route to Iceland - the U of Iceland has a couple of programs for foreigners learning Icelandic. and i'm also working through the online course and books i bought there on the language, and i watch Icelandic TV on my computer just to listen to it. i'm not finding it all that difficult; it's just the completely different vocabulary (extremely few cognates to English) and all those conjugations and declensions to keep track of. once you get used to all the patterns a lot of it falls into place. it really is a beautiful country. i myself just need a change, and for me, it's a very big change for the short distance and time it takes to get there from here. good luck to you!!!
Saturday, March 21, 2009
can i work in iceland with my italian permesso di soggiorno
can i work in iceland with my italian permesso di soggiorno?
Immigration - 2 Answers
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yes
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Iceland is not a member of the European Union and has no immediate intentions of joining. Therefore citizenship of another European Union country (if this is what you intend) does not automatically give you the right to live and work there. You should consult the Icelandic Embassy or Consulate in your area.
Immigration - 2 Answers
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yes
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Iceland is not a member of the European Union and has no immediate intentions of joining. Therefore citizenship of another European Union country (if this is what you intend) does not automatically give you the right to live and work there. You should consult the Icelandic Embassy or Consulate in your area.
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Would you ever work in Iceland (the food shop)
Would you ever work in Iceland (the food shop)?
Polls & Surveys - 15 Answers
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no
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Depends how desperate for money i was
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WHY NOT?
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I might do if I couldnt find anywhere else, might have to want a job quite bad though
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yeah if I couldnt a job anywhere else
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i HAVE WORKED In Iceland, it's amazing you earn quite a bit and the staff are so friendly
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you would work anywhere if your desperate for money
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Noooooo. I wouldnt choose to, but if i HAD to.
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no it too green i hope you freeze there wait are there red heads??????????
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If I was a mum I might consider it, because then I'd get famous standing at the entrance greeting everyone with a "Thats why mums go to Iceland!!" and then tap my bottom twice with a wink (or was that Asda..??)
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Yeah, I would. The people at my local Iceland are a great laugh.
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yep, a jobs a job.
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yeah a job is a job
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Yes i need a job desperately so i wont turn it down if i get offered a job there! Be Grateful will youu!
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Yeah why not? Better than working in McDonalds or something..
Polls & Surveys - 15 Answers
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no
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Depends how desperate for money i was
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WHY NOT?
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I might do if I couldnt find anywhere else, might have to want a job quite bad though
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yeah if I couldnt a job anywhere else
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i HAVE WORKED In Iceland, it's amazing you earn quite a bit and the staff are so friendly
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you would work anywhere if your desperate for money
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Noooooo. I wouldnt choose to, but if i HAD to.
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no it too green i hope you freeze there wait are there red heads??????????
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If I was a mum I might consider it, because then I'd get famous standing at the entrance greeting everyone with a "Thats why mums go to Iceland!!" and then tap my bottom twice with a wink (or was that Asda..??)
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Yeah, I would. The people at my local Iceland are a great laugh.
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yep, a jobs a job.
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yeah a job is a job
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Yes i need a job desperately so i wont turn it down if i get offered a job there! Be Grateful will youu!
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Yeah why not? Better than working in McDonalds or something..
Saturday, March 7, 2009
What would it mean if I were to get a work visa in Iceland
What would it mean if I were to get a work visa in Iceland?
I'm not exactly sure what a work visa is and what rights it entitles me to, could you help explain please? I am American if it makes any difference. Thank you! im only 17....so im talking like 10 years down the road maybe. im hoping iceland will be in a little bit better shape by then
Immigration - 3 Answers
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dude,iceland is bankrupt ! the only 3 mc donalds closed.get the picture....
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iceland is in the toilet right now, so the chance of anyone getting a job let alone a work visa is pretty remote. as for getting any rights, well a work visa would give you that ONE right, the right to work, anything else would be at your expense.
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well come back and ask us in 10 years - then we will know what the icelandic economy is like
I'm not exactly sure what a work visa is and what rights it entitles me to, could you help explain please? I am American if it makes any difference. Thank you! im only 17....so im talking like 10 years down the road maybe. im hoping iceland will be in a little bit better shape by then
Immigration - 3 Answers
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dude,iceland is bankrupt ! the only 3 mc donalds closed.get the picture....
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iceland is in the toilet right now, so the chance of anyone getting a job let alone a work visa is pretty remote. as for getting any rights, well a work visa would give you that ONE right, the right to work, anything else would be at your expense.
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well come back and ask us in 10 years - then we will know what the icelandic economy is like
Sunday, March 1, 2009
how make my iceland sim card work in polish phone
how make my iceland sim card work in polish phone?
I live in Iceland but im Polish and i was in Poland this summer and i bought a phone from my cousin now i entered my icelandic card in it and it doesn't want to log in, what should i do to make it work?
Cell Phones & Plans - 1 Answers
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CHEESE CRACKERS
I live in Iceland but im Polish and i was in Poland this summer and i bought a phone from my cousin now i entered my icelandic card in it and it doesn't want to log in, what should i do to make it work?
Cell Phones & Plans - 1 Answers
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CHEESE CRACKERS
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Why do Mexicans prefer to emigrate & work in Iceland or in Dubai or Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates)
Why do Mexicans prefer to emigrate & work in Iceland or in Dubai or Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates)?
What is the Mexican main motivation to emigrate and explore new countries and cultural frontiers? Is it the money, like with Anglos was? Like when the medieval europeans came to the Western Hemisphere in search of El Dorado and all the golden artifacts made by Mayas, Aztecs and Incas?
Immigration - 8 Answers
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They go where there is work and where they know they are needed.
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funny,you would think they could put forth that much effort in their own country!
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There is no jobs left for them in their country and our economy is way down the toilet. Yes, Tony has said it right; they will go where they are needed. They are very hard working people very country will be happy with them but this.
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As long as they don't come here...
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Those are good places to invest and create businesses.
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we come here to take up the opportunities that other people take for granted America has so much to give but you got to work for it and some people here expect everything to be giving to them they are like babies, and the gov. is the mommy they are used to crying out because they know when they cry they will get fed so they all got smart but instead of working hard they became cry babies we dont think that way...
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$$$$$$$$$$$$ Abu Dhabi is the richest city in this world. $$$$$$$$$$
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Money & power, like anyone else.
What is the Mexican main motivation to emigrate and explore new countries and cultural frontiers? Is it the money, like with Anglos was? Like when the medieval europeans came to the Western Hemisphere in search of El Dorado and all the golden artifacts made by Mayas, Aztecs and Incas?
Immigration - 8 Answers
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They go where there is work and where they know they are needed.
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funny,you would think they could put forth that much effort in their own country!
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There is no jobs left for them in their country and our economy is way down the toilet. Yes, Tony has said it right; they will go where they are needed. They are very hard working people very country will be happy with them but this.
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As long as they don't come here...
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Those are good places to invest and create businesses.
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we come here to take up the opportunities that other people take for granted America has so much to give but you got to work for it and some people here expect everything to be giving to them they are like babies, and the gov. is the mommy they are used to crying out because they know when they cry they will get fed so they all got smart but instead of working hard they became cry babies we dont think that way...
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$$$$$$$$$$$$ Abu Dhabi is the richest city in this world. $$$$$$$$$$
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Money & power, like anyone else.
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Is the volcanic eruption in Iceland the work of the god Priapus
Is the volcanic eruption in Iceland the work of the god Priapus?
He has been storing up a lot of energy http://z.about.com/d/ancienthistory/1/0/J/M/2/Priapus-Statue.jpg
Religion & Spirituality - 5 Answers
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He's certainly managing to keep it up for a long time.
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No I think it has to do with a buildup of pressure under the volcano. Iceland sits on the mid atlantic ridge and is also a volcanic hot spot like hawaii, so it's a prime spot volcanism.
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Yes. Should we expect him to smoke a cosmic cigarette now?
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I don't think a Greek God has anything to do with volcanic eruptions in Iceland. I'd blame the Etins, Surt and the fire giants first.
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A Greek God wouldn't mess with Iceland. The Norse Gods would kick his ass. On a side note: The last time that volcano erupted, it stayed very active for almost 2 yrs in the 1830's
He has been storing up a lot of energy http://z.about.com/d/ancienthistory/1/0/J/M/2/Priapus-Statue.jpg
Religion & Spirituality - 5 Answers
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He's certainly managing to keep it up for a long time.
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No I think it has to do with a buildup of pressure under the volcano. Iceland sits on the mid atlantic ridge and is also a volcanic hot spot like hawaii, so it's a prime spot volcanism.
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Yes. Should we expect him to smoke a cosmic cigarette now?
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I don't think a Greek God has anything to do with volcanic eruptions in Iceland. I'd blame the Etins, Surt and the fire giants first.
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A Greek God wouldn't mess with Iceland. The Norse Gods would kick his ass. On a side note: The last time that volcano erupted, it stayed very active for almost 2 yrs in the 1830's
Saturday, February 7, 2009
How do last names work in Iceland????? I've heard they do something weird with them
How do last names work in Iceland????? I've heard they do something weird with them?
Baby Names - 3 Answers
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Surnames, which exist from generation to generation in other European cultures, are rare in Iceland. In Iceland, the father's first name is used as the base to the child's last name. For example, Baldur Þórsson and Freyja Óðinsdóttir have two children, KristÃn and Björn. The children's last names would be KristÃn Baldursdóttir and Björn Baldursson. It is also possible to make a last name using the name of the mother, but it is uncommon.
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Your last name would be your father's name followed by either son or dottir (daughter in Icelandic). For example: If your father's last name is Stefan, your last name would be either Stefansson or Stefansdottir, depending on your gender. Obviously, if you're a girl you're Stefansdottir (aka Stefan's daughter), a boy, Stefansson (Stefan's son). It's very rare to have a family name - most family members will have different names. Oh, and women don't take their husband's last name when they get married. Everyone just keeps their surname.
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In Iceland surnames are usually formed by taking the first name of one's father, putting it in the genitive and adding "son" (which means "son") or "dóttir" (which means "daughter") behind it. So if a woman has a father named Gunnar, her surname will be Gunnarsdóttir. If a man has a father named Gunnar, his surname will be "Gunnarsson". So siblings don't always have the same surname and their parents have surnames that are made out of THEIR fathers' names, so in a family of four you might have four different surnames. It is allowed to use the first name of one's mother instead of the father, but it's not very common. There do exist a few family names in Iceland that are passed on from generation to generation, but they are not very common, there are only a few families in Iceland that still use them. People in those families can choose whether they use their family name or whether they form their surname from the name of a parent like most people do. People don't get the surname of their spouse when they get married. We generally keep the same surname all our life.
Baby Names - 3 Answers
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Surnames, which exist from generation to generation in other European cultures, are rare in Iceland. In Iceland, the father's first name is used as the base to the child's last name. For example, Baldur Þórsson and Freyja Óðinsdóttir have two children, KristÃn and Björn. The children's last names would be KristÃn Baldursdóttir and Björn Baldursson. It is also possible to make a last name using the name of the mother, but it is uncommon.
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Your last name would be your father's name followed by either son or dottir (daughter in Icelandic). For example: If your father's last name is Stefan, your last name would be either Stefansson or Stefansdottir, depending on your gender. Obviously, if you're a girl you're Stefansdottir (aka Stefan's daughter), a boy, Stefansson (Stefan's son). It's very rare to have a family name - most family members will have different names. Oh, and women don't take their husband's last name when they get married. Everyone just keeps their surname.
3 :
In Iceland surnames are usually formed by taking the first name of one's father, putting it in the genitive and adding "son" (which means "son") or "dóttir" (which means "daughter") behind it. So if a woman has a father named Gunnar, her surname will be Gunnarsdóttir. If a man has a father named Gunnar, his surname will be "Gunnarsson". So siblings don't always have the same surname and their parents have surnames that are made out of THEIR fathers' names, so in a family of four you might have four different surnames. It is allowed to use the first name of one's mother instead of the father, but it's not very common. There do exist a few family names in Iceland that are passed on from generation to generation, but they are not very common, there are only a few families in Iceland that still use them. People in those families can choose whether they use their family name or whether they form their surname from the name of a parent like most people do. People don't get the surname of their spouse when they get married. We generally keep the same surname all our life.
Sunday, February 1, 2009
What is a typical day like living in Iceland?,work,recreation or whatever
What is a typical day like living in Iceland?,work,recreation or whatever!?
Other - Society & Culture - 1 Answers
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a typical day in the summer for me went kind of like this: Wake up around 5 or 6, because the sun is streaming into my window. We've got near constant sunshine in the peak of summer so sometimes you only go on a few hours of sleep. Eat a light breakfast and drive to work sometime between 8 or 9. Everything is close in the town so the drive is 2-3 minutes. When the weather is nice I like to walk the 15 minutes to work. Lunch break at noon. Usually gone for 1 hr to 1 1/2 hours. Back to work, leave for home at 5. Have dinner with family and or friends by 6 or 7. Relax and enjoy the endless summer day until 1 or 2 when I should be in bed so I won't be too tired for work tomorrow. On the weekends I like to stay out till 5am or 6am so I can hang out with friends. We usually enjoy each others' company over drinks somewhere outside. We love basking in the light of the midnight sun. In the winter, it's very much the same schedule except I have considerable less energy, because of the lack of sunlight. I want to sleep in every day and go back to sleep quite early - usually 10 or 11.
Other - Society & Culture - 1 Answers
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a typical day in the summer for me went kind of like this: Wake up around 5 or 6, because the sun is streaming into my window. We've got near constant sunshine in the peak of summer so sometimes you only go on a few hours of sleep. Eat a light breakfast and drive to work sometime between 8 or 9. Everything is close in the town so the drive is 2-3 minutes. When the weather is nice I like to walk the 15 minutes to work. Lunch break at noon. Usually gone for 1 hr to 1 1/2 hours. Back to work, leave for home at 5. Have dinner with family and or friends by 6 or 7. Relax and enjoy the endless summer day until 1 or 2 when I should be in bed so I won't be too tired for work tomorrow. On the weekends I like to stay out till 5am or 6am so I can hang out with friends. We usually enjoy each others' company over drinks somewhere outside. We love basking in the light of the midnight sun. In the winter, it's very much the same schedule except I have considerable less energy, because of the lack of sunlight. I want to sleep in every day and go back to sleep quite early - usually 10 or 11.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Why do Mexicans want to work in Iceland or in Dubai or Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates)
Why do Mexicans want to work in Iceland or in Dubai or Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates) ?
is it the money? Like when Europeans came to the Western Hemisphere in search of El Dorado and all the golden artifacts made by Aztecs and Incas?
Immigration - 7 Answers
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Most probably due to the ambiguous political nature of those locations.
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its a much farther swim to those places than to the USA.
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Because they can't stand their country and their own people. The same reason people in the ghetto in this country want to move into middle class neighboorhoods. They can't stand themselves either.
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Because they can make a lot of money there. Also, there are fewer racist scumbags there than in America.
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Of course it's the money. That's why there are so many illegal immigrant Mexicans in the USA.
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because they are good with their hands and what better place then iceland. those picks and shovels the mexicans own would be an added commodity
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haha
is it the money? Like when Europeans came to the Western Hemisphere in search of El Dorado and all the golden artifacts made by Aztecs and Incas?
Immigration - 7 Answers
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Most probably due to the ambiguous political nature of those locations.
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its a much farther swim to those places than to the USA.
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Because they can't stand their country and their own people. The same reason people in the ghetto in this country want to move into middle class neighboorhoods. They can't stand themselves either.
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Because they can make a lot of money there. Also, there are fewer racist scumbags there than in America.
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Of course it's the money. That's why there are so many illegal immigrant Mexicans in the USA.
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because they are good with their hands and what better place then iceland. those picks and shovels the mexicans own would be an added commodity
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haha
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
How do I get work in Iceland
How do I get work in Iceland?
I am interested in finding work in Iceland - specifically as a teacher but willing to explore other options. How can I find work in this country as a teacher, or in any industry in general? N.B. I am actually looking for someone to contact - a company, governing authority, job search web site. Not people to give opinions on types of work that might be available in Iceland. Thanks :).
Other - Europe - 3 Answers
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i heard the ice industry was big up there....maybe look into that.
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All I can think of is fishing and selling drugs.
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if you like to teach in iceland you will need a teaching permit issued by icelands The Ministry of Education http://eng.menntamalaraduneyti.is/licence/ it mostly deepening on your education on what level you may teach you need to have the most Education for teaching at leikskóli and grunnskóli Education levels leikskóli (years 1-6) grunskóli framhaldsskóli háskóli you would also need a job permit to work in iceland http://www.mcc.is/english/work/work-permit/ and a http://www.mcc.is/english/extra/immigrate-to-iceland/none-eea if you like teach in iceland i would recommend that you send a email to the The Ministry of Education postur@mrn.stjr.is so that they may guide you just as a extra here is a 1 job site http://www.mbl.is/mm/atvinna/
I am interested in finding work in Iceland - specifically as a teacher but willing to explore other options. How can I find work in this country as a teacher, or in any industry in general? N.B. I am actually looking for someone to contact - a company, governing authority, job search web site. Not people to give opinions on types of work that might be available in Iceland. Thanks :).
Other - Europe - 3 Answers
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i heard the ice industry was big up there....maybe look into that.
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All I can think of is fishing and selling drugs.
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if you like to teach in iceland you will need a teaching permit issued by icelands The Ministry of Education http://eng.menntamalaraduneyti.is/licence/ it mostly deepening on your education on what level you may teach you need to have the most Education for teaching at leikskóli and grunnskóli Education levels leikskóli (years 1-6) grunskóli framhaldsskóli háskóli you would also need a job permit to work in iceland http://www.mcc.is/english/work/work-permit/ and a http://www.mcc.is/english/extra/immigrate-to-iceland/none-eea if you like teach in iceland i would recommend that you send a email to the The Ministry of Education postur@mrn.stjr.is so that they may guide you just as a extra here is a 1 job site http://www.mbl.is/mm/atvinna/
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
I like to live and work in Iceland, how can I apply a work permit and a job
I like to live and work in Iceland, how can I apply a work permit and a job?
I love Iceland, I had read books about this unique country, and I like to live and work in Iceland for an experience. How can I apply job and work permit. I was a travel agent in Malaysia, and currently I am a hospital care giver in New Zealand.
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get online and read their immigration laws and job searching.
I love Iceland, I had read books about this unique country, and I like to live and work in Iceland for an experience. How can I apply job and work permit. I was a travel agent in Malaysia, and currently I am a hospital care giver in New Zealand.
Immigration - 1 Answers
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get online and read their immigration laws and job searching.
Thursday, January 1, 2009
How can an American citizen live and work in Iceland
How can an American citizen live and work in Iceland?
I want to live and work in Iceland. In a year I'll have a certificate in medical coding. I understand that most icelanders speak english but is icelandic used in the work place? Is it possible to earn a moderate income and afford to live in Iceland (Reykjavik)? Thank you for your help!
Immigration - 6 Answers
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I'm jealous, what a beautiful place with beautiful people
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US citizens planning to move to Iceland on the basis of a residence permit from the Directorate for Immigration, can find various information on rules and regulations in that regard on the website of the Directorate of Customs. A foreign citizen intending to stay longer than three months in Iceland must have a residence permit. Estimated application processing time for a Permanent Residence Permit and a Residence Permit is 90 days. An application for a first residence permit shall have been approved before a foreigner arrives in the country regardless whether or not he has stayed in the country earlier. This means that if a foreigner is in Iceland when an application is submitted for the first time, he must leave the country. Residence permits for qualified professionals. * A foreigner may be granted a residence permit in Iceland based on the need for qualified profesionals in specialized area. * Those permits are not intended for temporary assignments. * According to the Foreign Nationals' Right to Work Act, the applicant’s expertise shall be essential to the respective firm and shall entail university education, trade qualification, artistic skills or technology education which is recognized in Iceland. * Family reunifications are permitted for families of qualified professionals. * Qualified professional´s permits counts towards permanent residence permits. A foreigner needs to have signed an employment contract with an employer for specified employment requiring specialized skills. The following documentation must be submitted with the application: If sufficient documentation has not been submitted, the application processing time will be considerably longer. 1. A completed application form for a residence permit signed by the applicant. 2. A completed application form for a work permit for a qualified professionals. 3. A signed employment contract. 4. One passport size photo (35mm-45mm) must be attached tho the application. 5. A photocopy of the applicant’s passport. The validity of the passport must be at least three months beyond the proposed permit. 6. Criminal Record Check. The certificate must be issued by the country/countries where the applicant has resided for the past five years, original. Criminal Record Certificate must be dated no earlier than 6 months prior to being submitted to the Directorate 7. Medical Insurance. Insurance must cover at least 2.000.000 Icel.kr., and shall be issued by an insurance company authorized to provide services in Iceland. The insurance must be in effect for 6 months. 8. Authorization. The applicant may grant a relative or another person in Iceland authorization to enquire about his application. 9. Housing Certificate The foreigner must prove that he has secure housing for the period of time he is applying for. Attached to the application must be certified originals of documentation as applicable. The Directorate requires that original documents issued in foreign countries, which are submitted with an application for a residence permit, be authenticated. Authentication can be either an „apostille“ from the applicant‘s home country, or a double authentication from the Ministry for Foreign Affairs in the home country and the Embassy of that country in Iceland, or the embassy accredited to Iceland (if the country does not have an embassy in Iceland). This applies to criminal record checks, marriage certificates, birth certificates and any other certificates submitted with an application for a residence permit in Iceland.The Directorate requires that all foreign documentation issued in languages other than English or one of the Scandinavian Languages, must be translated by an accredited interpreter. If the application for work- and residence permit is approved, the foreigner needs to obtain a D-Visa in the closest embassy issuing such visas on behalf of Iceland. The application must state in which embassy the foreigner intends to obtain the visa. Upon arrival in Iceland, the foreigner shall: * Register his domicile in Iceland at the National Registry Deliver a Medical Certificate to the Directorate. Present himself at the directorate´s office, or at the nearest District Commissioner´s office to be photographed.
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English is an international language and the majority of people in Iceland speak English. For this reason there are many jobs for english speaking people. You need to check websites, such as Work in Iceland: international employment or Work in Iceland: jobs abroad program. This is one of them http://www.jobsabroad.com/Iceland.cfm
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Well, I don't see why any American would want to work let alone LIVE in Iceland. It's a cheap store, and all that frozen food would kill you-.. Oh! You mean the country? Yeah, Iceland is nice and stuff, but it's very expensive. Many speak English, but I'm sure I heard wages are high there, unless I'm mistaken.
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LOL! I am sorry but "medical coding" is a US only "job". The rest of the world have logical medical systems that do not create the immense bureaucracy that the US system does. You have not chance. You would need at least a degree to work overseas.
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Most Icelanders speak english and both icelandic and english are used in work places. youll need a residence and work permit though. http://www.utl.is/english/residence-permits/outside-the-eea/ http://www.utl.is/english/residence-permits/outside-the-eea/forms/
I want to live and work in Iceland. In a year I'll have a certificate in medical coding. I understand that most icelanders speak english but is icelandic used in the work place? Is it possible to earn a moderate income and afford to live in Iceland (Reykjavik)? Thank you for your help!
Immigration - 6 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
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I'm jealous, what a beautiful place with beautiful people
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US citizens planning to move to Iceland on the basis of a residence permit from the Directorate for Immigration, can find various information on rules and regulations in that regard on the website of the Directorate of Customs. A foreign citizen intending to stay longer than three months in Iceland must have a residence permit. Estimated application processing time for a Permanent Residence Permit and a Residence Permit is 90 days. An application for a first residence permit shall have been approved before a foreigner arrives in the country regardless whether or not he has stayed in the country earlier. This means that if a foreigner is in Iceland when an application is submitted for the first time, he must leave the country. Residence permits for qualified professionals. * A foreigner may be granted a residence permit in Iceland based on the need for qualified profesionals in specialized area. * Those permits are not intended for temporary assignments. * According to the Foreign Nationals' Right to Work Act, the applicant’s expertise shall be essential to the respective firm and shall entail university education, trade qualification, artistic skills or technology education which is recognized in Iceland. * Family reunifications are permitted for families of qualified professionals. * Qualified professional´s permits counts towards permanent residence permits. A foreigner needs to have signed an employment contract with an employer for specified employment requiring specialized skills. The following documentation must be submitted with the application: If sufficient documentation has not been submitted, the application processing time will be considerably longer. 1. A completed application form for a residence permit signed by the applicant. 2. A completed application form for a work permit for a qualified professionals. 3. A signed employment contract. 4. One passport size photo (35mm-45mm) must be attached tho the application. 5. A photocopy of the applicant’s passport. The validity of the passport must be at least three months beyond the proposed permit. 6. Criminal Record Check. The certificate must be issued by the country/countries where the applicant has resided for the past five years, original. Criminal Record Certificate must be dated no earlier than 6 months prior to being submitted to the Directorate 7. Medical Insurance. Insurance must cover at least 2.000.000 Icel.kr., and shall be issued by an insurance company authorized to provide services in Iceland. The insurance must be in effect for 6 months. 8. Authorization. The applicant may grant a relative or another person in Iceland authorization to enquire about his application. 9. Housing Certificate The foreigner must prove that he has secure housing for the period of time he is applying for. Attached to the application must be certified originals of documentation as applicable. The Directorate requires that original documents issued in foreign countries, which are submitted with an application for a residence permit, be authenticated. Authentication can be either an „apostille“ from the applicant‘s home country, or a double authentication from the Ministry for Foreign Affairs in the home country and the Embassy of that country in Iceland, or the embassy accredited to Iceland (if the country does not have an embassy in Iceland). This applies to criminal record checks, marriage certificates, birth certificates and any other certificates submitted with an application for a residence permit in Iceland.The Directorate requires that all foreign documentation issued in languages other than English or one of the Scandinavian Languages, must be translated by an accredited interpreter. If the application for work- and residence permit is approved, the foreigner needs to obtain a D-Visa in the closest embassy issuing such visas on behalf of Iceland. The application must state in which embassy the foreigner intends to obtain the visa. Upon arrival in Iceland, the foreigner shall: * Register his domicile in Iceland at the National Registry Deliver a Medical Certificate to the Directorate. Present himself at the directorate´s office, or at the nearest District Commissioner´s office to be photographed.
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English is an international language and the majority of people in Iceland speak English. For this reason there are many jobs for english speaking people. You need to check websites, such as Work in Iceland: international employment or Work in Iceland: jobs abroad program. This is one of them http://www.jobsabroad.com/Iceland.cfm
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Well, I don't see why any American would want to work let alone LIVE in Iceland. It's a cheap store, and all that frozen food would kill you-.. Oh! You mean the country? Yeah, Iceland is nice and stuff, but it's very expensive. Many speak English, but I'm sure I heard wages are high there, unless I'm mistaken.
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LOL! I am sorry but "medical coding" is a US only "job". The rest of the world have logical medical systems that do not create the immense bureaucracy that the US system does. You have not chance. You would need at least a degree to work overseas.
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Most Icelanders speak english and both icelandic and english are used in work places. youll need a residence and work permit though. http://www.utl.is/english/residence-permits/outside-the-eea/ http://www.utl.is/english/residence-permits/outside-the-eea/forms/
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